Twenty Something
For women in their twenties becoming the most elegant, intentional, and magnetic version of themselves — without losing their values. Twenty Something is a weekly audio journal of quiet confidence, femininity and self-respect, recorded as lessons to my future daughter. Hosted by Elena Dimitrova.
instagram: @dimitrovelena
Episodes
156 episodes
15 etiquette mistakes you're probably making
The etiquette rules that nobody teaches, but everyone notices. Some are designed to be posh, most are simply good manners. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. ...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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28:01
The way to wake up early that actually works
The most powerful alarm clock is the ritual you refuse to compromise on. In this episode, I share the way I fixed my habit of sleeping in and found a reason to wake up in the morning. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon <...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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13:27
Charm over beauty, character over status
We live in a world where most people chase beauty and status. Almost no one is building charm or character, which is why most people feel replaceable. This episode breaks down why charm matters more than beauty for women, and character ou...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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21:19
How she moves through the world - Little ways to feel more feminine
A collection of subtle ways to speak and behave that make a woman feel softer, more grounded, and feminine in the way she moves through the world. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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32:12
How to build a life you love in any city in 30 days
I moved across countries with no plan and built a life I love. Here’s how you can too. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: In...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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32:51
The secret behind every effortless woman
Effortlessness is just effort, done behind closed doors. In this episode, the secrets behind every effortlessly beautiful woman, the habits that made Princess Diana the ultimate graceful figure, and the meticulous curation behind brands like Ra...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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26:43
Age gap friendships, relationships and the myth of being 'too young'
Enough with being “too young” or “too old.” In this episode, I talk about why age is only a proxy for maturity, the value of age-gap friendships and relationships, and how to break away from stereotypes around your age. Support the ...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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14:27
Top tier desserts, how to be unproductive, and the most attractive person in the room
Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is stop rushing. In this episode, I share why I’ve been intentionally “unproductive” in the South of France, the desserts worth ordering every time, and the behaviour behind the most attractive per...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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28:14
How to start a product brand from zero
The story of how I started The Upper Echelon, a brand built for women who want their casual to still feel elevated. Not sporty. Not loud. Just...hers.. From the initial vision to the tactical first steps of finding a supplier, under...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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37:36
How to curate your content diet, being wild vs. elegant and what to do when you run into an ex
You are what you consume. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Designed to be noticed, without trying. Connect with me: Instagram:
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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31:06
The difference between being liked and being respected
I would rather be respected by a few than to be liked by everyone. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: Instagram:
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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9:00
How to build feminine confidence in your 20s
The ultimate blueprint to building confidence, without betraying yourself. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: Instagram:
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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31:33
Good manners & little things that leave a lasting impression
"Also I am hooked on good manners. I don't mean opening car door good manners, I mean opening of hearts good manners." Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. C...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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14:48
Elegance in the digital age
This episode will teach you how to curate a digital presence that reflects confidence, femininity, and traditional values — without oversharing. I talk about posting with intention, reclaiming mystery in a culture of oversharing, and why true e...
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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20:42
The Prophet, gaining weight gracefully and how to keep your life together when traveling
Khalil gibran, and some reminiscences from italy. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: Instagram:
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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24:25
Amor fati
Catch up on going to Milan, the power of speaking slowly, vision boarding as a replacement for social media and the love of fate. Pinterest board: here Support t...
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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27:03
Redefining what 'cool' is
How to be cool (not to be taken seriously). The new luxury pyramid: @nstlgiaxpress on X Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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21:08
Health, money and a house in europe
A nonexhaustive list of things I'm manifesting at the moment. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: Instagram:
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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30:26
Strong opinions loosely held, the danger of an identity and why contrast is sexy
In constant evolution. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: Instagram: @dim...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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17:21
Tradeoffs only exist in the short-term
The smarted thing that I heard this week, part 1. On a mission to make baseball caps sexy. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Links to socials I...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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14:11
Things that are in, things that are out
House rules. Sharing the trends and behaviours that I'm doing more and less of in 2025. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: I...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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29:56
The benefits of living alone
Reasons to live alone in your twenties. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: Instagram:
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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28:58
How to recover from a setback stronger, healthier, sexier
Guide to making yourself better during the down periods of life. Because we all have them. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here. Connect with me: ...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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16:33