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by Laura Vinroot Poole
Laura Vinroot Poole owns Capitol, an internationally-recognized specialty store with locations in Charlotte, North Carolina and Los Angeles, California. For Laura Vinroot Poole, Capitol has never really been about fashion...it has always always been about the people. From the designers she meets on the road to the editors and friends she hosts in-store, Laura gets to know our guests on a deeper, more authentic level through What We Wore.
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- 2 weeks ago51 min
178. Gregg Renfrew | Live at Capitol
In a special live episode recorded at Capitol, Laura sits down with close friend, serial entrepreneur, and clean beauty pioneer Gregg Renfrew. Together, they walk through Gregg’s extraordinary multi-decade career—from founding Nantucket cleaning services and bringing The Wedding List to the U.S. to creating the modern clean beauty industry with Beautycounter.
- 3 weeks ago53 min
177. Shelton Wilder | Radical Responsibility
Shelton Wilder is the founder and CEO of the Shelton Wilder Group, a former Capitol team member, and a Los Angeles real estate maven who has generated over $1 billion in sales. Known for her radical transparency, infectious positivity, and unwavering work ethic, Shelton has built an extraordinary career by turning every life obstacle—from rock bottom and bankruptcy to public failure—into a launchpad for growth. In this episode of What We Wore, Shelton joins Laura Vinroot Poole to discuss her journey from Gastonia, North Carolina to building a real estate empire in Los Angeles. She candidly reflects on her path to 17 years of sobriety, the humbling lessons of failing on national television, and the core philosophies behind her new book, Southern But Savage. Together, they explore the power of radical responsibility, consistency, and why staying true to your word is the ultimate foundation for success.
- Aug 27, 202639 min
176. Fifi Poole | Daughter of Capitol
In a very special mother-daughter episode, Laura sits down with her daughter, Fidelia "Fifi" Poole, following Fifi’s summer internship at Capitol. Together, they pull back the curtain on the luxury fashion industry, moving past the perception of glamour to discuss the true realities of retail, buying trips in Paris, and the grounding nature of purposeful work. From demystifying what a fashion career actually looks like to navigating mother-daughter dynamics, generational perspectives, and honoring family legacy, this conversation is an intimate look at growing up alongside a brand. Follow What We Wore Join our community on Instagram for behind-the-scenes visuals, archival moments, and episode previews. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopcapitol/ Shop Capitol: https://shop-capitol.com/
- Jul 2, 202655 min
175. Stephanie Suberville | The Heart of Hierlome
Stephanie Suberville is the founder of Heirlome, a luxury fashion brand dedicated to preserving Mexico's rich textile traditions through collaboration with master artisans. What began as a search to reconnect with her own heritage has grown into a brand rooted in craftsmanship, cultural preservation, and timeless design. In this episode of What We Wore, Stephanie joins Laura Vinroot Poole to discuss growing up in Mexico, moving to New York to attend Parsons, and how distance from home deepened her appreciation for the traditions that shaped her. She shares the story behind Heirlome, her partnership with generations of master artisans, and why preserving handmade craftsmanship is more important than ever.
- Jun 4, 202652 min
174. Jennifer Fisher | Born to Hustle
Jennifer Fisher is the founder and creative force behind her eponymous jewelry brand, known for redefining everyday luxury through bold, personal design. But long before her signature pieces became staples of modern fashion, she was building a life guided by instinct, resilience, and an entrepreneurial spirit. In this episode of What We Wore, Jennifer joins Laura Vinroot Poole to discuss her upbringing in Santa Barbara, moving to New York, navigating health scares, motherhood, surrogacy, and building multiple businesses from personal necessity. From the origins of her jewelry brand to her wellness philosophy, Jennifer reflects on the experiences that shaped both her career and her perspective.
- May 14, 202657 min
173. Emilie Rubinfeld | Leading the House of Herrera
Emilie Rubinfeld is the president of Carolina Herrera, who's confidently leading the House into a new chapter after the departure of Carolina in 2018. Emily offers a window into the vast opportunities in the business of fashion, and shares how she's pivoted and communicated openly in challenging times, and that there's no playbook for running a global fashion house.
- Apr 23, 20261h 0m
172. Jenny Bird | The Chapters of Jenny Bird
Jenny Bird, Founder and Creative Director of her eponymous jewelry brand, built her business through evolution, shaped as much by personal turning points as creative ones. From a defining quarter-life crisis to navigating perimenopause while leading a company, her approach is rooted in designing a life that reflects who you are. Tune into the episode to hear how she’s built a brand alongside her own growth, embracing change at every stage. Find exclusive content from the episode: Instagram: @whatweworepodcast Youtube: What We Wore Podcast
- Apr 14, 202628 min
ARCHIVE | Yaser Shaw
Yaser Shaw's family has been in the shawl business for over 200 years, and Yaser is leading this generation of the family business. On this episode, Yaser and Laura discuss the intricate art of shawl making with over 700 artisans across Kashmir. From the shearing of the goats to the hand-weaving and embroidery, the process to create one shawl can take anywhere from three months to several years and remarkably, "not one drop of electricity is used." Find Yaser (and us!) on Instagram: @yasershawtextiles @whatweworepodcast @shopcapitol Or on the web: www.shop-capitol.com
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Laura Vinroot Poole owns Capitol, an internationally-recognized specialty store with locations in Charlotte, North Carolina and Los Angeles, California. For Laura Vinroot Poole, Capitol has never really been about fashion...it has always always been about the people. From the designers she meets on the road to the editors and friends she hosts in-store, Laura gets to know our guests on a deeper, more authentic level through What We Wore.
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