The SheerLuxe Podcast

Harvey James and Tunde sit down with Maro Itoje – captain of England, Saracens and the 2025 British & Irish Lions – for a wide-ranging conversation on rugby, leadership, style and what it really takes to perform at the highest level.
Maro shares his approach to leadership, why authenticity and leading by example matter and what people misunderstand about ambition and the work required to stay at the top. He also reveals how he gets himself into the right headspace before a match, why sleep is still his ultimate recovery tool and what’s actually going through his mind during the haka.
Elsewhere, expect plenty on life away from the pitch – from the best-dressed rugby players and Maro’s biggest fashion regrets to books, philanthropy and his work with The Pearl Fund. Plus, he breaks down exactly what an elite rugby player eats in a day and reveals which England teammates are most likely to go on Love Island, ignore the group chat or have a seven-step grooming routine.

PANEL
Harvey James | @harvjam | https://www.instagram.com/harvjam/
Wax London Russell Selvedge Jeans | https://on.ltk.com/+xXWse2ovbwzob0QSZwBZUQ 
Samsøe Samsøe Sadundee Loafer | https://www.samsoe.com/en-GB/product/sadundee-loafer-16338-delicioso 

Maro Itoje | @maroitoje | https://www.instagram.com/maroitoje/ 
AS Colour Joggers | https://ascolour.co.uk/relax-joggers-5932/  
AS Colour Crew | https://ascolour.co.uk/premium-crew-5121/

Tunde Ogunsina | @tundeogun | https://www.instagram.com/tundeogun/ 
Topman Henley T-Shirt | https://on.ltk.com/+r-KM0r8yh3taaTvo28yIkA 
Abercrombie & Fitch Baggy Jean | https://on.ltk.com/+l2QualYIf7Q9uI5vKAh1hA 
Our Legacy Boots | https://on.ltk.com/+GC-o4iJYkbPCfxuP0XKm7w 

THINGS WE LOVE
Bagatelle | https://bagatelle.com/venues/london/ 
Dover Street Counter | https://www.doverstreetcounter.com/ 

FASHION FINDS
La Roche Posay Effaclar Supramolecular Moisturiser | https://on.ltk.com/+J03AYF4CKGcqgtqTRaCE6w 
Arket Henley Shirt | https://on.ltk.com/+L9XD3iOzL7r2HnsJVyVnng 
Dreams From My Father by Barack Obama | https://www.waterstones.com/book/dreams-from-my-father/barack-obama/9781782119258 
Brit(ish) by Afua Hirsch | https://www.waterstones.com/book/brit-ish/afua-hirsch/9781784705039 
Natives by Akala | https://www.waterstones.com/book/natives/akala/9781473661233 
Things Fall Apart by Chinua Echebe | https://www.waterstones.com/book/natives/akala/9781473661233 
The Pearl Fund | https://www.instagram.com/thepearlfund/

The girls are joined by Farron Clark – marketing expert, content creator and ASOS’s new marketing insider – to talk about careers, social media and the campaigns everyone has an opinion on right now.
Farron shares how she built her career without university or formal training, going from working in small beauty and fashion teams to building her own platform around life in marketing. She also reveals the story behind the viral ‘Farron Clark Effect’, why you shouldn’t wait for the perfect moment to start creating content and what her new role at ASOS actually involves.

Elsewhere, the girls unpack ‘brand LARPing’, debate whether nostalgia marketing has officially gone too far and dissect the celebrity partnerships that work – and those that don’t. From Willow Smith x Free People and Kylie Jenner x Alo to Emma Chamberlain x J.Crew, expect plenty of marketing hot takes. Plus, Farron reveals the brands she thinks are genuinely getting social right – and the products currently worth adding to the basket.

PANEL
Anna Aitken | https://www.instagram.com/annalouiseaitken/ 
ASOS Libra Mesh Mary Jane Ballets: https://on.ltk.com/+d7E1hcrlu4i2kNXGWAdUXw 
Farron Clark: https://www.instagram.com/farronclark/?hl=en 
ASOS Funnel Neck Belted Hem 80s Sport Jacket: https://on.ltk.com/+FwKxjmwFVwcmvE7QMXfpXg 
COLLUSION X006 XL Balloon Low Rise Jean In Stonewash: https://on.ltk.com/+uxHoc8fTYJScKJomZPMMxQ 
ASOS DESIGN Rosario slouch kitten heel boots in black: https://on.ltk.com/+XBtGGKcbW35k2tz4z7iaUw 
Daisy Reed | https://www.instagram.com/daisreed/?hl=en 
Aligne Mavis Suede Jacket: https://on.ltk.com/+ewzBd91Ib1bqcfpRmMGPTw 
Topshop Cinch Low Rise Relaxed Jean | https://on.ltk.com/+KZcrCHV1QfmTRngGerg1rw 
Melissa x Ganni Heels: https://www.melissashoes.co.uk/collections/melissa-x-ganni/products/thong-kitten-heel-x-ganni-black-m 
THINGS WE ARE LOVING: 
Caia Instant Cleaner: https://on.ltk.com/+ROFLfLyPI1ZSi73pLeg3HQ 
Never Fully Dressed Black Daphne Skirt | https://on.ltk.com/+tGRHy2CvKDuMH-G34JJMLg 
Skims Tangle Teaser | https://on.ltk.com/+Ru4V18gM8LfPZ1iBti2S1Q 

Mood Stones Kylie Jenner Collection Eau De Parfum Velvet Brew | https://on.ltk.com/+FBpOl7PBq58sPgfyfI8Kwg

AD | https://www.porsche.com/uk/models/cayenne/cayenne-electric-models/cayenne-electric/

Sapna is joined by Lucia and Lu to discuss everything they’re loving, wearing and talking about right now – from new-season fashion and celebrity couples to the wedding trends that might have gone too far.
First, the team share their latest recommendations, including the books, staycations and Paris hotspots worth knowing, before getting into the autumn fashion drops already making their way onto their wish lists. Think Massimo Dutti, Sézane, leather, leopard print and the ballet flats everyone’s talking about.
Elsewhere, they unpack Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner’s hard launch – is it genuine or do they know exactly what they’re doing? Plus, they discuss whether Alix Earle’s new Netflix series could become the next ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ and whether Chanel’s controversial barefoot shoes are proof we’ve taken the ugly-shoe trend too far. Finally, expect a heated debate on crowdfunding weddings, stealing baby names, Botox, lip filler and relationship honesty.

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PANEL
Sapna Rao | https://www.instagram.com/sapna_rao/
Zara Trench Coat | https://on.ltk.com/+a-YfUTOlL3KJB3jk34G2jg
ASOS DESIGN Tailored Balloon Trouser | https://on.ltk.com/+UGB-x4kVgjfVeqXVICSJtA
Bottega Sandals | https://on.ltk.com/+_b9T_eun6QDFCMZ_ZEsJfA

Lucia Hawley | https://www.instagram.com/luchhawley/
Zara Shorts | https://on.ltk.com/+FTzbqh0EKbavYcuIMy-5pQ
Repetto Camille Ballet Flats | https://repetto.com/en/products/camille-ballet-flats-rubber-sole-leather-beige-teddybear-v080ve-1521

Lu Hough | https://www.instagram.com/lu.hough/
ASOS ARRANGE Top | https://on.ltk.com/+WTKAWaTvGi1CkkxS_y0kxg
Almada Bea Crepe Pants | https://on.ltk.com/+wl6Kd1FO4rQk40BpLgEe1A
Dear Frances Balla Mesh Ballerina Flat | https://uk.dearfrances.com/collections/pumps/products/balla-mesh-crema

THINGS WE LOVE
Good People by Patmeena Sabit | https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/233717140-good-people
The Candover | https://www.thecandover.com/
Billie Paris | https://www.billie-paris.com/
Lucia’s London | https://luciase9.co.uk/
Taq: https://taq.london/
Cortado | https://www.cortadoparis.fr/

FASHION FINDS
Massimo Dutti Short Sleeve Turtleneck Knit Sweater | https://on.ltk.com/+bIsNUIU6tXQ9BaoY7aSLSA
Massimo Dutti Double-Layered Midi Skirt | https://on.ltk.com/+-wRh32dr74ShJaOxCQfe7Q
Massimo Dutti High-Heel Ballerinas | https://www.massimodutti.com/gb/highheel-ballerinas-l11433750
Chanel Ballet Flats | https://on.ltk.com/+MHLP4GD3toC5UI6Mu0aIgQ
Tai Biton | https://www.instagram.com/p/DcWxREtjQiQ/?img_index=1
Matters World | https://www.instagram.com/matters.world/?hl=en

Daisy and Lola are joined by Milly Goldsmith – content creator, entrepreneur and now Sunday Times bestselling author – to talk careers, creativity, dating and everything currently taking over their feeds.Milly reveals how she wrote her book in just three months while simultaneously building her business, the imposter syndrome she experienced along the way and why losing 20,000 followers was a risk she had to take. She also gets candid about oversharing online, documenting the realities of being chronically single and why one potential date was too scared he’d end up becoming content.Elsewhere, the girls unpack the creator campaigns breaking the internet, debate whether influencer culture has reached its peak and share the TV, fashion and brands they’re loving right now – from ‘Let’s Marry Harry’ and the upcoming Beatles biopics to statement jewellery, zebra-print heels and the latest cool-girl brands. Plus, are we all guilty of turning friendships into endless “catch-ups”?Get SheerLuxe Straight To Your Inbox, Daily | http://sheerluxe.com/signup LinksPANELMilly Goldsmith | https://www.instagram.com/millygoldsmith/?hl=enLara Top | https://withharperlu.com.au/products/lara-top-pink?_pos=1&_sid=9756f1708&_ss=rMidi Skirt | https://withharperlu.com.au/products/midi-skirt-mesh-ivory-polkaTonic Padded Toe Thong Flatform Sandals | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011Lola Lawlor | https://www.instagram.com/lolalawlor/?hl=enOversized Shorts With Side Stripe | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011PixieGirl Petite Check Cotton Bandana Shirt | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011Faux Leather Bomber Jacket | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011Mid-Heel Sandals With Toe Divider | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011The Tribeca Glasses | https://www.jimmyfairly.com/en-gb/products/c0534-h552-m-tribeca?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_term=&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21738526457&gbraid=0AAAAADm-2yfuxXCCsRipiHGwkrxrUpi8_&gclid=Cj0KCQjw16_UBhCqARIsAIdOaXw3Gse3OB6Pk8GRN78dg-bBfBtUrJDuiEILRh0hUKQ6mf4Xtr2bM24aAiM4EALw_wcB Daisy | https://www.instagram.com/daisreed/?hl=enAdidas Originals x ASOS Track Jacket In Cream Check Seersucker With Shoulder Pads | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011Wide Fit Havana Toe Thong Kitten Heel Sandals | https://liketk.it/6lBBZ?product=e9232f4e-9fc2-11f1-9f02-ae17f5663011Things I Told My Notes App | https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/477422/things-i-told-my-notes-app-by-goldsmith-milly/9780857509406Let’s Marry Harry | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81990051Salt & Stone Campaign | https://www.instagram.com/p/DbGPx1AxIa4/Tyger Jewellery | https://www.tygerbythetail.co.uk/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23748006189&gbraid=0AAAAApQURT9C1ZEaO9Bzoe5_L9GZ1PgcR&gclid=Cj0KCQjw16_UBhCqARIsAIdOaXwK2QVxX_CDeyTabWfPZ7JP5xT9Q68dkY057seywCJAWX6xo8pawpMaAuX9EALw_wcBThe Cycle | https://onthecycle.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqfH4QdMFeWptqCu_k0vL0Nl499repIwPNRg6653FM8NYDQOqDrJimmy Fairly | https://www.jimmyfairly.com/en-gb/collections/women-sunglasses?_gl=1*rth51g*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQjw16_UBhCqARIsAIdOaXw3Gse3OB6Pk8GRN78dg-bBfBtUrJDuiEILRh0hUKQ6mf4Xtr2bM24aAiM4EALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAADm-2yfuxXCCsRipiHGwkrxrUpi8_Get Brick | https://getbrick.com/?nbt=nb%3Aadwords%3Ag%3A22799569802%3A189385467784%3A764097012429&nb_adtype=&nb_kwd=get+brick+app&nb_ti=kwd-2375967948188&nb_mi=&nb_pc=&nb_pi=&nb_ppi=&nb_placement=&nb_li_ms=&nb_lp_ms=&nb_fii=&nb_ap=&nb_mt=b&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22799569802&gbraid=0AAAAA-Z25K15207om6NuRQ8UGcpFE6QiI&gclid=Cj0KCQjw16_UBhCqARIsAIdOaXx3LBoEG1U56YIHvcfsOxO61DHPwCOTpApnHnO8DLdlmwDeG-n6DHkaArbqEALw_wcBGood Girl Snacks | https://goodgirlsnacks.com/collections/allGet Drizzy | https://getdrizzy.co/Beau Bottle | https://shop.beaubottle.com/products/bottle-1

On this week’s episode of the SheerLuxe Podcast, Charlotte is joined by Alex Steinherr and Billie Bhatia for an accidental celebrity special, covering the films, TV shows, fashion and beauty launches everyone’s talking about right now.
First, the team discuss Tom Holland’s latest Spider-Man outing and whether he deserves more credit as a serious actor, before looking ahead to Robert Pattinson’s huge run of upcoming films – and why he could be on track to make Oscars history. There’s also a deep dive into The Shards, Ryan Murphy’s glossy, dark adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ novel, complete with 80s Hollywood glamour, Kaia Gerber and plenty of drama.
Elsewhere, they dissect Cristiano Ronaldo’s latest wedding photos, debate the rise of mountain summers and share what they’re shopping as autumn approaches. Expect skincare recommendations, the foundation Alex calls one of the best she’s ever tried, new-season leather, cashmere and some seriously divisive shoes.
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Links

AD | Podcast includes paid placement with Disney+ for FX’s ‘The Shards’ | https://www.disneyplus.com/en-gb/browse/entity-e29b9ed7-936f-47e2-8a62-a17f35104f7a 

Charlotte Collins | @charlotteleahcollins | https://www.instagram.com/charlotteleahcollins/Atelier Ninety Five Oversized Blazer | https://atelierninetyfive.com/products/structured-anf-suit-blazer
B-Low The Belt Leighton Leather Belt (Similar) | https://on.ltk.com/+3QSovVF7ak6xcdgd-l44Qg 
Loewe Paula's Ibiza Pebble Mules | https://on.ltk.com/+mfwSoYT9xMlScv4YkZrKJA 

Billie Bhatia | @billie_bhatia | https://www.instagram.com/billie_bhatia/ 
ASOS ARRANGE Volume Sleeve Pleated Cinched Waist Top | https://on.ltk.com/+usPJOUEioylGB4DcghDQwQ 
ASOS DESIGN Bow Barrel Jean | https://on.ltk.com/+FLoTybGHnpMBtmaSuBdHQw 
By Alona Tides Earrings | https://on.ltk.com/+bEoLuU_5yxd5qAKfYLzLhg 

Alex Steinherr | @alexsteinherr | https://www.instagram.com/alexsteinherr/ 
H&M Bib-Front Shirt | https://on.ltk.com/+HbNWbiFKSeMuQ5C2xqXr2g 
Massimo Dutti Soft Leather Ballerinas | https://on.ltk.com/+X7S0LIqpGGfr__3e1vMyTQ 

FASHION FINDS
Dissh Cotton Shirt | https://on.ltk.com/+jxDZbv6H7D8EWRVOtHrITw 
Sézane Tote Bag | https://www.sezane.com/en-en/product/paule-tote-bag/brown#size-TU
Prequel Gleanser | https://on.ltk.com/+HCTpKdhbbumz-0-W4EpXYg 
Hung Vanngo Beauty Red Carpet Skin Luminous Longwear Serum Foundation | https://hungvanngobeauty.com/products/red-carpet-skin-luminous-longwear-serum-foundation
Reformation Jonie Cashmere Oversized Scoop Neck | https://on.ltk.com/+TJPQxJwqtYHWKajdMafGFA
Studio Nicholson Nubuk Clog | https://www.studionicholson.com/products/womens-wearing-nubuk-clog-in-taupe
Miu Miu Leather Mules | https://www.miumiu.com/gb/en/p/leather-mules/5R802E_5OD_F0201_F_A045

Due to a few technical issues, we lost some of this week’s audio, so today’s episode is a little shorter than usual. We hope you enjoy it nonetheless and thank you for listening!