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We are… THE FASHION DADDIES! Join fashion designers, authors, educators, and consulting producers of “Project Runway,” Nick Verreos and David Paul, each week as they discuss topics that ignite their passion for fashion. From red carpet looks to figure skating costumes (yes, ice style!), and even beauty pageant evening gowns—both the good and the, oh dear!—everything is up for discussion. Whether you’re a Fashion Child, young or old, tune in to The Fashion Daddies for a fun, entertaining, and occasionally educational journey through the fashion moments that get Nick and David excited, angry, or even in a tizzy each week!

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It's Olympics Figure Skating time, and you know what that means here on "The Fashion Daddies" Podcast: Time to award Gold, Silver, and Bronze for Costumes! In the LATEST EPISODE, Nick and David award FASHION MEDALS for their favorites of the ICE DANCE Finals, from Bronze to Silver, and finally the Gold. Find out which country won the overall "Best Costumes" GOLD (and why) from the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics!
In the episode, The Fashion Daddies award Gold, Silver, and Bronze....for the best Final 5 Figure Akating Team Costumes from the 2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating Team Event! Who will take it all?! And which teams did a costume flutz? Will the Gold go to Canada? Georgia? Italy? Japan? Or...USA?Watch (or listen) as Nick and David go team by team, awarding points until the medals are WON!
In this episode of The Fashion Daddies, Nick and David explore the "Couture Auction of the Century," featuring the incredible Christian Dior Haute Couture archives of Mouna Ayoub, the Queen of Couture. They discuss which pieces fetched over $700,000 and identify the designer behind these iconic collections. The Daddies take you behind the scenes to reveal how couture clients order these unique designs, what it takes to have them made, the costs involved, and ultimately provide you with valuable fashion history lessons along the way.
In this episode, The Fashion Daddies dive into the exciting buzz of Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week, checking out the first collections by Matthieu Blazy for Chaneland Jonathan Anderson for Dior, as well as Daniel Roseberry and Schiaparelli's "dark" couture creatures, and Alessandro Michele's second Couture Collection for Valentino.They also share some fun “Herstory” and a refresher on Haute Couture 101, the clients (when there were clients!), and chat about its importance and reasons why Haute Couture is still an essential component in today’s fashion world. If you want to know all about Haute Couture, THIS is the podcast for you!
On the LATEST episode of "The Fashion Daddies" Podcast, the 2026 European Figure Skating Championships and a $100,000 Skating Couture Costume take center (ice) stage. Follow Nick and David as they discuss the Custom Oscar de la Renta sequined skating costumes debuted by Canadian Pairs Skater Deanna Stelatto, their Inspiration, and that haute couture price!From there, it's time to virtually cross an ocean and head off to the recent 2026 European Figure Skating Championships for their Costume Highlights (and some Low!). Find out what overdesigned costume they actually liked, who wore BAD nude illusion, their affection for chest hair (!), and what an Italian film about Seamstresses and Costumes has to do with blue ombre rhinestones. Get ready for more pre-Olympics ICE STYLE with "The Fashion Daddies"!
The 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships took place in St. Louis, Missouri, and we, the Fashion Daddies, were thrilled to be there to witness every live skate, practice session, medal ceremony, and the "Making The Olympic Team" Gala. Of course, we were also there for the costumes! We spent five full days checking out the incredible new costumes and even had the opportunity to finally meet the Figure Skating Costume Queen, Lisa McKinnon, who has designed for stars like Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Isabeau Levito. Get into the "Ice Style" vibe as we discuss it all—and yes, including chicken tenders, too!
In the latest episode of "The Fashion Daddies", Nick and David discuss the 2026 Critics Choice Awards Fashion! After talking about the viral meal that was served (or lack of!), they delve right into one of the BIG TRENDS of the night: Suits and Tuxedos for the Women and the top favorites who rocked a fab "Le Smoking", their Top 5 Favorites of the night, and not to be outdone...the Monochromatic Men! Check out their thoughts on who made their Fashion Hearts skip a beat on this first big awards red carpet of the 2026 Season.
In this Episode of The Fashion Daddies, Nick Verreos and David Paul discuss the Kerry Taylor Auction. The Kerry Taylor Auction, titled, Passion for Fashion, was an extraordinary sale of museum-quality couture, avant-garde masterpieces, and historic garments. This season’s catalogue is a celebration of fashion history and artistry. There were over 500 PIECES!The Daddies discuss their Top 10 favorite auction items including The #1, #2 and #3 highest bids!!!
In the LATEST episode of "The Fashion Daddies" Podcast, Nick and David discuss the COSTUMES at the Grand Prix of Figure Skating Finals 2025! After examining many of the costumes worn by the skaters at all the Grand Prix, you would think we have seen it all...but wait: COSTUME CHANGES and a...COSTUME ACCIDENT! Yes, in this podcast, we delve into the costume changes made by some of the top male figure skaters (FYI: The Men are Costume Peacocking this season!) and whether the changes got our "Fashion Daddies" stamp of approval. And last but certainly not least, we talk about the French Ice Dance team and the "Costume Accident" (yikes!). There is a lot to discuss, so follow along on our latest "Ice Style" Podcast!
In PART TWO of "A History of the Red Carpet", Nick and David "The Fashion Daddies" discuss the Modern Age of the Red Carpet. In the previous edition, they discussed the "ancient" beginnings and early age of the Red Carpet as we know it, from the early 1900s to the 1990s, up to the influence of Joan Rivers and Giorgio Armani. Part Two delves into the start of Celebrity Stylists and the behind-the-scenes machinations of the Business of the Red Carpet, and the How & Why Red Carpet Fashion and Dressing the Celebrities for the Red Carpet has become ever-important for the brands, designers, celebrities, and the styling teams behind the glamour. Take a trip through the modern age of "A History of the Red Carpet" with The Fashion Daddies.
In the latest episode of "The Fashion Daddies" podcast, Nick and David delve into the history of the Red Carpet! Even though it is only December 2025, the 2026 Awards Season is officially underway. The Fashion Daddies felt this would be the perfect time to discuss the evolution of the Red Carpet, in terms of Hollywood, Awards Shows, Celebrities, Fashion, and, ultimately, the "Business Marriage" of Fashion and Hollywood.In Part One, Nick and David provide listeners and viewers with a fascinating history of the earliest mentions of a "red carpet", from the Greek play Agamemnon to the floor covering we know of today, used to celebrate awards shows and premiere events. They cover the evolution of Red Carpet Dressing, from 1950s Hollywood Costume Designers, to actors buying their own dresses, the Excess of the 80s, Joan Rivers, and the rise of Giorgio Armani. Tune in to find out how it all began!
In this Episode of Ice Style, The Fashion Daddies review the Figure Skating Costumes from the Finlandia Trophy. From Beaudry and Cizeron's Madonna-inspired looks to Rino Matsuike's pretty and delicate floral dress. The Daddies give their comments on the Good, Bad, and Meh of it all!
In this episode of The Fashion Daddies, the Daddies break down their Top 12 Evening Gowns from the Miss Universe 2025 Pageant.After a year packed with drama, there were still some jaw-dropping gowns to check out, even though a lot of them seemed to stick to the same vibe of nude, silver, and beaded looks. Tune in to find out which country's gown snagged the title of their favorite from the pageant! The Daddies share their thoughts on what made each gown stand out, discussing everything from unique designs to the cultural influences behind them. Don't miss their opinions of the gowns + the shoe trend that Nick can't wait to end!!
In this episode of The Fashion Daddies, hosts Nick and David dive into the dazzling world of figure skating costumes showcased at Skate America. They begin by highlighting Jason Brown’s remarkable Riverdance program, where his costume perfectly complements the energetic choreography and captures the essence of the iconic performance. The duo also shines a spotlight on Starr Andrews, who consistently wows audiences with her stunning costumes designed by the talented Lisa McKinnon, emphasizing the blend of creativity and elegance that defines Starr's unique style.Moving to Rinka Watanabe, Nick and David admire her striking kimono dress, which masterfully balances strength and delicacy—symbolizing the grace of her skating while paying homage to her cultural heritage. Additionally, they discuss the impressive costume change of the ice dancing duo Chock and Bates, exploring how their attire enhances their storytelling on the ice. Join them as they unravel the artistry behind these spectacular performances and the visions that bring them to life.iconic performance. The duo also shines a spotlight on Starr Andrews, who consistently wows audiences with her stunning costumes designed by the talented Lisa McKinnon, emphasizing the blend of creativity and elegance that defines Starr's unique style.Moving to Rinka Watanabe, Nick and David admire her striking kimono dress, which masterfully balances strength and delicacy—symbolizing the grace of her skating while paying homage to her cultural heritage. Additionally, they discuss the costume change of the ice dancing duo Chock and Bates, exploring the difference between their intial costume and the new looks. Join them as they unravel the artistry behind these spectacular performances and the visions that bring them to life.
In this episode of Ice Style, The Fashion Daddies discuss the costumes from the NHK Trophy in Osaka, Japan. Including another Cha Jun-hwan Blouson Shirt, a sexy asymmetrical beaded design worn by Loena Hendrickx, and the Spice Girl-inspired costumes worn by Fear and Gibson!
In this Episode of "The Fashion Daddies" Podcast, Nick and David discuss "Wicked: One Wonderful Night", the TV Musical Special celebrating the upcoming release of the "Wicked For Good" film, and in particular, the FASHIONS worn by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, hand-picked by their stylists, Law Roach and Jason Bolden. From Old Hollywood Glamour from Gilbert Adrian to McQueen 2025, the fashions worn by the actors take center stage as "The Fashion Daddies" talk "Wicked Couture".
In this episode of Ice Style, The Fashion Daddies dive headfirst into the fabulous world of costumes from Skate Canada International! They shower praise on the stunningly elegant looks sported by Bradie Tennell, and rave about the captivating Rhythm Dance costumes worn by the dynamic duo, Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier. But it's not all high fives and glitter—our hosts share some mixed feelings about Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Dechamps' Free Skate outfits, and they have plenty to say about Gilles' "Starry Night" Free Dance costume. Don't miss out on their lively discussions and fashion insights!
In this Episode, The Fashion Daddies discuss Julia Fox's controversial Halloween Costume, Demi Lovato dressed as Poot Lovato, and, of course, the Queen of Halloween, Heidi Klum. We also talk about our favorite look from the LACMA+Art Red Carpet and Nick apologizes to Tae Tae's Army!
In this episode, The Fashion Daddies review the costumes from The Cup of China Grand Prix Event. Highlights include Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, Hana Yoshida, Daniel Grassl, and Chock and Bates.
In this episode, The Fashion Daddies review Vogue World, which took place in Hollywood on the Paramount Studios Lot amongst an audience filled with A-List Celebrities and even K-Pop Superstar V from BTS.Nick and David choose their favorite looks from each Act and discuss why they felt the show was not what was expected and in their eyes a show that ended up being confusing, chaotic and hard to follow.Join us as we take a deep dive into Haute Hollywood and Hot Mess of it all.
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