The Fitting Room

ep8, Tigra on weaving spirit into cloth, and living in layers: art, ritual, and rebellion

In this episode of The Fitting Room, Hazel sits down with Tigra (@tigra.sol [https://www.instagram.com/tigra.sol]) to explore fashion as ritual, rebellion, and self-liberation. Tigra is a multidisciplinary visual artist, mother, mystic, and designer based between Bali and Sri Lanka, whose work blends ancestral memory, spiritual practice, fantasy, and sensuality into wearable art and visual storytelling. She shares how Sri Lankan shamanic traditions and Balinese ceremonial aesthetics shape her relationship to clothing, from turning a simple thrifted scarf into a full look to creating one-of-a-kind garments as art. For Tigra, clothing is never “just clothes” — it is energy, intention, and spirit. Together, they explore draping as a sacred practice, her love for niche diasporic designers like DIBBA, Esoteric World, Vintage Cartel, and Alfie’s Mission, and her journey toward dissolving external expectations in order to fully embody her truest self. To follow more of Tigra's work, check out her IG [https://www.instagram.com/tigra.sol/] and Linktree [https://linktr.ee/tigra.sol].

ep7, Jas on vintage collecting, contradictions in style, and the art of not taking fashion too seriously

In this episode of The Fitting Room, we are sitting down with Jas (@bibianderson [https://lekondo.com/bibiandersun/calendar/all]), a designer and vintage collector based in New York and Hong Kong, blending fashion influences from every city she touches. In this podcast, she shares some of her prized vintage finds and how to take fashion a little less seriously. Her style? A mix of intention, nostalgia, and play. Jas and Hazel talk about the joy of thrifting, and the influence of early fashion magazines and online communities on her style. Jas shares stories about uncovering archive pieces, her favorite fashion mishaps, and the joy of collecting garments that carry history. The guest explores how style evolves across cities and phases of life, the balance between dressing for yourself and for others, and the importance of curiosity in developing taste. Jas also offers candid advice for finding your style, why fashion should feel like a playground, and how contradictions — between eras, textures, and moods — make the best outfits.

ep6, Jakob Pablo on fashion as an art that everyone practices, sultry androgyny, and the artist’s wardrobe

In this episode of The Fitting Room, Hazel speaks with @jakob.pablo [https://www.instagram.com/jakob.pablo] — a Queens-based visual artist exploring the intersections of visual art, fashion, and self-expression. Jakob is a regular presence in New York’s creative scene and, as he says, also happens to know the best sandwich in the city. They discuss Jakob’s fashion journey — from streetwear to flowy, androgynous silhouettes that define his current style. Jakob reflects on the influence of online fashion forums, the lessons learned from his mother’s style influences, and how music continues to shape his aesthetic. The conversation dives into conscious buying, how to balance self-expression with consumer restraint, and the artistry behind clothing construction. Brand mentioned: https://wenjuelu.com/ Find more of Jakob’s work on Instagram @jakob.pablo [https://www.instagram.com/jakob.pablo] and X @jakoboffline [https://x.com/jakoboffline].

ep5, Sarah Mae on contrast, comfort, and the myth of “finding your personal style”

In this episode of The Fitting Room, Hazel speaks with Sarah Mae — a New York–based creative originally from the Bay Area, known for her playful use of colors and patterns. A lifelong thrifter raised by a grandmother who ran her own clothing business in the Philippines, Sarah brings together heritage, intuition, and experimentation in her style. They talk about growing up around bold prints and matching outfits, the art of mixing stripes and dots, and how contrast has become a defining thread of her wardrobe. Sarah shares her philosophy that you don’t have to “find” your personal style and offers practical advice for balancing self-expression with functionality. Find Sarah’s work on Instagram @sarah_resurreccion [https://www.instagram.com/sarah_resurreccion/] and YouTube @petitesarahmae [https://www.youtube.com/@petitesarahmae].

ep4, Miranda Luna on Colombian fashion beyond "tropical chic", and fashion as play and power

In this episode of The Fitting Room, Hazel speaks with Miranda Luna (IG: @mirandaa_luna [https://www.instagram.com/mirandaa_luna]), a digital marketing strategist and the creator of Colombian Chic?, a curated newsletter unveiling the stories, trends, and talents reshaping Colombian fashion. Based in Medellín, Miranda blends her communications expertise with a passion for spotlighting local talent and the cultural narratives behind fashion. Together, they dive into the multifaceted world of style—exploring personal fashion journeys, the influence of family history, and the role of accessories in shaping identity. Miranda shares how Tumblr, magazines, and music shaped her eclectic style, why color has become central to her wardrobe, and the importance of embracing playfulness in fashion. The conversation also examines Colombian fashion beyond the “tropical chic” stereotype, highlighting emerging local brands, streetwear’s connection to reggaeton, and how artisanal practices are gaining global recognition.