In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by content creator, Tara Chandra, who peels back the curtains of her life as a fashion and lifestyle influencer.
Tara shares how a passion for Tumblr sparked her artistic journey, how she uses fashion to showcase the different parts of her identity and the power of manifesting your wildest dreams. Tara also opens up about how traumatic experiences with chronic eczema gave her the courage to speak out, in hopes of normalising conversations around skin conditions and beauty standards.
She then discusses her values towards ethical and sustainable fashion, learning from iconic pioneers, and the need for representation both in front of, and behind the camera.
Enjoy the episode!
00:00 - Intro
01:40 - Tara’s Upbringing & Childhood
05:51 - Getting into Social Media & Becoming an Influencer
09:33 - Tara’s Bread & Butter Before the #InfluencerLife + Making Content Creation a Full-Time Gig
15:24 - The Origin of Tara’s Fashion Sense & What Makes it Unique
17:11 - Sourcing Ethical Fashion Pieces + Fast Fashion Vs. Vintage Wear
19:49 - A Behind-the-Scenes Look in to Being an #Influencer
22:45 - Tara’s Eczema Journey + Advice for Those Who Struggle with Eczema
31:39 - Launching A Beauty Brand for Sensitive Skin + Working with Family
36:12 - Tara’s Drive to Create a Team That Gives Space for LGBT-POC
38:26 - Personal Challenges Faced in the Industry
40:14 - Advice to Younger Generations Looking to Pursue Careers In Fashion
42:21 - Tara’s Top Experiences Working in the Space
43:57 - Outro
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