Dressed: The History of Fashion – Episode Summary: "Get Dressed With Us in Paris and New York!"

Release Date: February 21, 2025
Hosts: April Callahan & Cassidy Zachary

1. Welcome and Podcast Updates

April Callahan and Cassidy Zachary open the episode with excitement about the upcoming Season Eight of Dressed: The History of Fashion. They reassure listeners of the podcast's continuation and hint at fresh content and new projects.

• Cassidy Zachary (01:06):
  "So as of now, Dressed is coming back for season eight on March 26th. And we know that is not necessarily what we originally told you all, but we promise we have some amazing things up our sleeves that we are working on..."

• April Callahan (01:28):
  "The first episode of season eight will be episode 530. So we're still here, we promise."

2. Introducing New Segments for Season Eight

To keep the content lively and engaging, the hosts unveil two new thematic segments: Fashion Scandals and Dress Diaries.

a. Fashion Scandals

This segment will delve into controversial moments in fashion history, starting with the infamous story of Madame X.

• April Callahan (02:01):
  "One of the things that you're going to see in season eight is a whole series every once in a while popping in called Fashion Scandals, where we are going to spill the fashion history tea for all of you."

• Cassidy Zachary (03:23):
  "Madame X is a very famous painting by John Sargent... there’s a lot of scandal around it and we’re going to share that all with you in our debut episode."

b. Dress Diaries

This series will provide snapshots of specific events in fashion history, such as the Straw Hat Riots and the Merry Widow Hat Riots of 1907.

• Cassidy Zachary (03:25):
  "Another new series that we're going to be experimenting with this season is going to be called Dress Diaries where we go into the pages of fashion history and bring you specific events..."

3. Exciting Fashion Tours: Paris 2025 and New York City

The hosts announce upcoming fashion history tours, providing detailed insights into what participants can expect.

a. Paris 2025 Tour

This year’s Paris tour stands out due to exceptional fashion exhibitions, including the Louvre's first fashion exhibit in 231 years and exhibitions at the Petit Palais and Musee Duarte Retief.

• April Callahan (04:31):
  "This year, the fashion exhibitions in Paris are spectacular. So in addition to all the things that we usually do... we have a Louvre couture exhibition at the Louvre, which is the Louvre's first fashion exhibition in 231 years of their history."

• Cassidy Zachary (05:59):
  "And we're ending this time with a lovely picnic at the Eiffel Tower... this really is a once in a lifetime trip."

b. New York City Day Tours

The New York tours offer a more flexible itinerary, allowing participants to mix and match days. Key highlights include tours of the Garment District, visits to historic ateliers, and exclusive sessions at the Met.

• Cassidy Zachary (09:02):
  "We are heading to New York City for our day tours, which unlike Paris, is not an entirely packaged trip. You can mix or match what days you want to go."

• April Callahan (12:04):
  "My tours of the Met basically blend my background in art and fashion history. We look at 10 of the Met's masterpieces through the lens of fashion..."

4. Upcoming Classes and Online Lectures

The hosts promote their educational offerings, including specialized classes on 1950s and 1960s fashion, as well as a lecture at the National Gallery of Victoria.

• Cassidy Zachary (12:48):
  "If you hear this Before Sunday the 23rd, I am teaching just a one-off class on the 1960s fashion revolution... In May, I am re-offering my 'What Women Wore to the Revolution: 100 Years of Transformative Style' class."

• April Callahan (14:09):
  "I'm going to be giving a lecture at the NGV, the National Gallery of Victoria on March 4 that is available to register for now as well."

5. Future Developments and Community Engagement

Looking ahead, April and Cassidy discuss their plans to expand the podcast's reach through platforms like Patreon, a new website, a newsletter, and hiring a part-time assistant to better serve their growing community.

• Cassidy Zachary (15:12):
  "We are working on developing a Patreon and our new website and finally getting our long overdue and promised newsletter off the ground. We are finally adding a part-time assistant to our ranks."

6. Conclusion and Call to Action

The hosts wrap up by encouraging listeners to join their tours, attend classes, and engage with their content online.

• Cassidy Zachary (15:59):
  "May you consider getting dressed with us in Paris, New York, or online next time you get dressed."

• April Callahan (16:10):
  "Remember, we love hearing from you. So if you'd like to write to us, you can do so at hello@dressedhistory.com or you can also DM us on Instagram at Dressed_Underscore_Podcast..."

Notable Quotes

• Cassidy Zachary (01:06):
  "Dressed is coming back for season eight on March 26th... we have some amazing things up our sleeves..."

• April Callahan (02:01):
  "Fashion Scandals... we are going to spill the fashion history tea for all of you."

• Cassidy Zachary (09:02):
  "You can mix or match what days you want to go... it's such an incredibly fun tour."

• April Callahan (12:04):
  "We look at 10 of the Met's masterpieces through the lens of fashion and tease out what the fashions in them can tell us about that time period."

Final Thoughts

This episode serves as an exciting update for Dressed: The History of Fashion listeners, highlighting the rich content planned for Season Eight, including new segments that promise deeper dives into controversial and pivotal moments in fashion history. The detailed descriptions of upcoming tours in Paris and New York City showcase the hosts' dedication to providing immersive, educational experiences. Additionally, the announcement of new classes and online lectures demonstrates their commitment to expanding their educational reach. As the podcast evolves, listeners can look forward to enhanced community engagement through new platforms and resources.

For more information, listeners are encouraged to visit dressedhistory.com, follow the podcast on Instagram at @Dressed_Underscore_Podcast, and explore their Bookshop Bookshelf via bookshop.org.