The First Time You See Someone Wearing Something You Made | Kristen Anderson | 183
Fri Feb 06 2026
Feedback on the show? Send us a message!
What if the reason most bras don’t feel right… is because brands aren’t actually listening?
In this episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo sits down with Kristen Anderson, co-founder of Iteration, to unpack what happens when product design is guided by real women, not guesswork.
From Kristen’s “Skirt Girl” origins and a wild childhood fashion story to her path through lingerie startups and Target swimwear, this conversation explores the mindset behind creating with intention, building community-driven products, and learning to move forward even when things feel uncertain. Expect laughs, founder truth, and a few unexpected questions, including the one law Kristen would make if she could.
⏰ Timeline Summary:
[06:10] Childhood dynamic, being the youngest, and a healthy co-parenting example after divorce
[11:35] The sewing-machine turning point and how “Skirt Girl” began
[18:40] The Barbie fashion incident that turned into a hospital visit (and a lifelong fashion obsession)
[39:20] Freelancing in the early internet era: uncertainty & learning curves
[45:30] Brutal commutes, startup culture, and developing a growth mindset
[58:05] The idea that lingered: early COVID, abandoning the book, and the start of Iteration
To Connect with Amanda:
Schedule a 1:1 Virtual Breathwork Session HERE
📸 Instagram: @thebreathinggoddess
Follow & Support the Podcast:
📱Instagram: @MandersMindset
👥 Join the Manders Mindset Facebook Community HERE!
To Connect with Kristen/ Iteration:
https://iterationera.com/
More
Feedback on the show? Send us a message! What if the reason most bras don’t feel right… is because brands aren’t actually listening? In this episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo sits down with Kristen Anderson, co-founder of Iteration, to unpack what happens when product design is guided by real women, not guesswork. From Kristen’s “Skirt Girl” origins and a wild childhood fashion story to her path through lingerie startups and Target swimwear, this conversation explores the mindset behind creating with intention, building community-driven products, and learning to move forward even when things feel uncertain. Expect laughs, founder truth, and a few unexpected questions, including the one law Kristen would make if she could. ⏰ Timeline Summary: [06:10] Childhood dynamic, being the youngest, and a healthy co-parenting example after divorce [11:35] The sewing-machine turning point and how “Skirt Girl” began [18:40] The Barbie fashion incident that turned into a hospital visit (and a lifelong fashion obsession) [39:20] Freelancing in the early internet era: uncertainty & learning curves [45:30] Brutal commutes, startup culture, and developing a growth mindset [58:05] The idea that lingered: early COVID, abandoning the book, and the start of Iteration To Connect with Amanda: Schedule a 1:1 Virtual Breathwork Session HERE 📸 Instagram: @thebreathinggoddess Follow & Support the Podcast: 📱Instagram: @MandersMindset 👥 Join the Manders Mindset Facebook Community HERE! To Connect with Kristen/ Iteration: https://iterationera.com/