From Trash to Trend: Nick Portello’s Fashion Upcycling Revolution

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Off the Hanger

Emma Lightbown

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Off the Hanger is the fashion podcast where we delve deep into our guests wardrobes finding out their favourite fashion pieces and the stories behind them! Hosted by fashion stylist & presenter Emma Lightbown, we chat to a huge mix of guests from tv presenters and models to stylists and entrepreneurs - the one thing they all share is a love of fashion and a unique sense of style! Subscribe for weekly episodes. You can also find more at: www.tiktok.com/offthehangerofficial www.instagram.com/offthehangerofficial #offthehanger #fashionpodcast #stylepodcast

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From Trash to Trend: Nick Portello’s Fashion Upcycling Revolution

Off the Hanger

32 minutes 9 seconds

6 months ago

From Trash to Trend: Nick Portello’s Fashion Upcycling Revolution

Nick Portello on Turning Trash into Couture, Thrifting Hacks & Uncomfortable Fashion

This week on Off the Hanger, Emma Lightbown chats with Nick Portello, the upcycling genius turning pool floaties, trampolines, and bed sheets into fashion statements.

We dive into Nick’s journey into sustainable fashion, how a $1 liquidation bin changed everything, and why he almost never spends more than $25 on an outfit. Expect thrifting tips, wild DIY fashion stories (including a wardrobe malfunction in Milan), and some real talk about choosing expression over comfort.

Nick also opens up about his move to London, the influence of UK queer culture, and how embracing bold fashion helped him embrace himself.

✨ If you’re into upcycling, thrift flips, or just love a good origin story, this one's for you.

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