Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"If I take myself too seriously, I'm going to have a full fucking mental breakdown." — Alex Cooper
"When people put on your clothes, what do you want them to feel? There's so many people that try to be the same person in order to belong or to feel accepted. I think in the long run that's gonna destroy them and it's gonna destroy you and what you really want to do. So for me, it's more about being empathic with yourself. Put on something that makes you happy. Enjoy your life, you only want to have one life and that I'd rather have fun with it than just be boring and ever-ending." — Juliano
"It's like, everything I fucking do for Call of Her Daddy needs to be fucking perfect. And if it's not, then I'm not going to do it. And that's why this fashion week is stressing me to fuck out, 'cause it's like, I don't want to show up and look like a fucking idiot. I know my lane, I know I'm good at fucking interviewing, and doing fucking episodes, and vlogging, and that's fucking it. And when I step into this world, I feel like I'm a fucking fraud." — Alex Cooper
The episode captures Alex Cooper's arrival and immersion in Milan Fashion Week, a venture she admits is outside her usual comfort zone. She details her initial anxieties about attending fashion events, her efforts to overcome them, and her interactions with fans ("Daddy Gang") and industry professionals. The narrative highlights her personal struggle with self-consciousness and the pressure to appear a certain way, contrasting this with her usual on-camera persona. Key moments include attending fittings, receiving gifts from Prada, and preparing for high-profile events like the Prada and GCDS shows. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance, even amidst the seemingly glamorous and judgment-filled world of fashion.
Throughout the episode, Alex engages with her publicist, Kate, and other figures, revealing the behind-the-scenes pressures and personal reflections associated with such high-profile events. She shares her experiences with social anxiety, particularly when meeting new people in unfamiliar settings. The conversation with GCDS creative director Juliano offers a perspective on authenticity in fashion, encouraging listeners to wear what makes them happy. Later, Alex's interactions with friends and fans, including a Daddy Gang member from Italy, further underscore the theme of connection and shared experience. The episode also touches upon the host's feelings about online commentary regarding her appearance and the broader societal pressures on women's bodies.
The latter part of the episode focuses on the Prada show and Alex's emotional response to it, acknowledging the hard work and passion behind the designs. She reflects on the challenges of navigating the fashion industry, the internal battle between perfectionism and authenticity, and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive energy. The episode concludes with Alex's departure from Milan, feeling content with her experience and her decision to embrace personal growth while remaining true to herself and her brand.