Bella Freud, a designer and the great-granddaughter of the founder of psychoanalysis, is making headlines by inviting stars like Kate Moss to lie on her couch
Imagine a cosy couch, a spotlight, and the hypnotic charm of Bella Freud inviting you to dive deep into your relationship with clothing. Welcome to Fashion Neurosis, the video podcast where fashion meets psychoanalysis.
British designer Bella Freud—daughter of the renowned painter Lucian Freud and great-granddaughter of none other than Sigmund Freud—has always viewed clothing as more than just fabric. To her, they are a canvas for storytelling and a reflection of our identities and aspirations. Now, she’s blending her family legacy with her passion for fashion in a format that’s as insightful as it is captivating.
In her video podcast, Fashion Neurosis, Bella invites a star-studded lineup of guests, including Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth, avant-garde designers Jonathan Anderson and Rick Owens, as well as iconic supermodel Kate Moss, to literally lay back on a Freudian couch and share their sartorial secrets. Through candid conversations, the video podcast explores how our clothing tells stories of identity, ambition, and vulnerability.
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For Bella Freud, heir of the founder of psychoanalysis, the couch is more than just a nod to her great-grandfather’s famed methods. It serves as a stage for unravelling the threads of memory and meaning that are woven into our wardrobes. As she explains in her soothing British lilt, “Clothes are just the starting point. They’re a way to talk about ourselves and how we see the world.”
The podcast’s unique mix of intimate storytelling and intellectual charm has made it a cult favourite among fashion and psychology enthusiasts alike. Bella’s legacy as a member of the Freud family—and her connection to her father, Lucian, whose masterpiece Large Interior, W11 (after Watteau) sold for a staggering $86 million in 2022—adds another layer of intrigue to her already magnetic presence.
Whether you’re a style aficionado or just curious about what your favourite jacket might say about your subconscious, Fashion Neurosis is a must. Prepare to laugh, reflect, and maybe even shed a tear as Bella Freud and her guests peel away the layers, one thread at a time.
Angelo Ruggeri
Journalist, Master’s Programme Tutor & Fashion Styling Course Leader, Milan