#LIPSTORIES - Aurora James

Throughout Season 2 of #LIPSTORIES, we’ve shared stories from a remarkable guest lineup made up of today’s leading beauty and fashion influencers and some inspiring thought leaders. And now it’s time for one more look at all things beauty—with none other than Girlboss founder and CEO, Sophia Amoruso. Tune in for this special, bonus episode, recorded in front of a live audience at SEPHORiA, to hear an unfiltered conversation between Sophia and Kristina Zias, the host of Season 2 of #LIPSTORIES. Sophia and Kristina discuss their favorite (and not-so-fave) beauty looks over the years, their go-to products and why looking and feeling confident are two different things. Plus, hear Sophia’s thoughts on how she’s embraced change over the years, both on the inside and outside.

La’Shaunae Steward is unapologetically herself—online, on the runway, and in her personal life. The curve model quickly made a name for herself in the fashion scene and continues to focus on opening up the space in the industry for more people who look like her. Listen to how she launched her career in this episode of #LIPSTORIES, from Girlboss Radio and Sephora Collection, hosted by Kristina Zias.  Follow La'Shaunae and Kristina at: https://www.instagram.com/luhshawnay/ https://www.instagram.com/misszias/ Keep up with the latest from Sephora Collection at: https://www.instagram.com/sc/ Keep up with all things Girlboss at: https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/

Since launching her blog Mademoiselle Meme in 2015, Palestinian-Irish creative Marwa “Meme” Biltagi has become a fashion week regular, a major source for modest style inspo, and an internet thought-leader. Find out her thoughts on confidence, what’s in her beauty bag, and how she is revolutionizing modest fashion in this episode of #LIPSTORIES hosted by Kristina Zias, from Girlboss Radio and Sephora Collection.Follow Meme and Kristina at: https://www.instagram.com/mademoisellememe/https://www.instagram.com/misszias/ Keep up with the latest from Sephora Collection at:https://www.instagram.com/sc/ Keep up with all things Girlboss at:https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/

As a model with muscular dystrophy booking major fashion campaigns, Jillian Mercado uses her platform to talk about the importance of representation in the fashion industry and shifting perspectives on the usual beauty standards. Listen to her conversation with our host Kristina Zias on this episode of #LIPSTORIES, from Girlboss Radio and Sephora Collection.  Follow Jillian and Kristina at: https://www.instagram.com/jillianmercado/https://www.instagram.com/misszias/ Keep up with the latest from Sephora Collection at:https://www.instagram.com/sc/ Keep up with all things Girlboss at:https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/

Lauren Wasser, also known as the model with golden legs, has survived a lot—and not just survived, but thrived. After a near-death experience with toxic shock syndrome that shook her world up, the athlete and runway staple has made it her mission to promote body positivity and educate the next generation on finding your truth, passion, and confidence. Hear her in conversation with host Kristina Zias on this episode of #LIPSTORIES, from Girlboss Radio and Sephora Collection. Follow Lauren and Kristina at:https://www.instagram.com/theimpossiblemuse/https://www.instagram.com/misszias/ Keep up with the latest from Sephora Collection at:https://www.instagram.com/sc/ Keep up with all things Girlboss at:https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/

Kimberly Drew is an art curator, social activist, and the former head of social media at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. She's also the future co-author of “Black Futures,” a book about the world that black artists are producing. In today's episode, she joins host Kristina Zias to share her thoughts on radical self-expression through makeup and self-care, and the importance of diversity in the art world. Follow Kimberly and Kristina at: https://www.instagram.com/museummammy/ and https://www.instagram.com/misszias/. Keep up with the latest from Sephora Collection at: https://www.instagram.com/sc/. Keep up with all things Girlboss at: https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/

Jacob Tobia is a writer, producer, and author of “Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story” who is working to make the beauty industry more inclusive, one Instagram post at a time. Today, Jacob joins host Kristina Zias to talk about how beauty can be a powerful tool for self-expression, as well as a way to celebrate your identity and build confidence. Tune in to hear about the very first time Jacob put on lipstick and how they are using their platform to promote self-confidence at all costs. Follow Jacob and Kristina at: https://www.instagram.com/jacobtobia/ and https://www.instagram.com/misszias/. Keep up with the latest from Sephora Collection at: https://www.instagram.com/sc/. Keep up with all things Girlboss at: https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/

Launching August 9, season two of #LIPSTORIES will explore how beauty is highly personal, empowering, inherently diverse, and connected to key memories in our lives that hold special meaning for us. Join our host, Kristina Zias and a rotating cast of guests for relaxed, fun, and honest chats about self-image and how we can all be a little more confident.

Aurora James is the Creative Director for Brother Vellies, an accessories brand focused on sustainably-made shoes and handbags. Aurora founded Brother Vellies in 2013 with the goal of introducing a western audience to traditional African footwear while creating artisanal jobs across the continent. Today, Aurora joins Girlboss and Sephora to share her #LIPSTORIES. She tells us what a Namibia trip gone wrong taught her about keeping things in perspective, why sometimes you just need to drive into the desert with your girlfriends, and the treat she buys herself every single Sunday.

Pia Arrobio is the Creative Director for LPA, a fashion label backed by REVOLVE. After working for years in the fashion industry, Pia was about to move to Spain for a job with Zara when REVOLVE called and offered her an opportunity she couldn’t refuse: her own label. Today, Pia joins Girlboss and Sephora to share her #LIPSTORIES. She tells us the big life lesson she learned after meeting her husband’s family in Sicily, finding the line between being direct and being dominant, and the moving reason why Sundays are so meaningful to her.