Episode 101: Adam Leja And How The Essence of Fashion Is More Than Just Clothes
Polish art gallery owner and fashion connoisseur, Adam unpacks the multifaceted world of fashion, discussing its significance beyond mere clothing, the evolution of fashion from couture to ready-to-wear, and the impact of social media and influencers on the industry. Adam shares insights from his extensive collection of fashion pieces and his current exhibition, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of fashion history for aspiring professionals.
Episode 96: The Truth About Being A Fashion Contributor
In this episode, Ally discusses the challenges and realities of being a contributor in the journalism industry, particularly in fashion.
Episode 90: Sonia Piarulli On How Building Genuine Relationships With Brands is Crucial for Success
In this conversation, Sonia shares her journey from a dreamy girl fascinated by the fashion world, to becoming a successful talent manager and agency owner. She discusses the importance of integrity in the influencer marketing industry, the challenges of balancing her career with her responsibilities as a pastor's wife, and the significance of faith in her professional life.
Podcast Episode 87: Eva Cavalli: The Secret Behind The Roberto Cavalli Brand’s Success In The Early Years
In this engaging conversation, Eva Cavalli shares her journey from being first runner-up in the 1977 Miss Universe pageant to a key figure in the fashion industry, particularly with the Roberto Cavalli brand.
Episode 84: If You Wrestle With These 4 Things, You Will Struggle In The Fashion Industry
In this conversation, Ally shares her journey in the fashion industry, discussing the challenges and realities of working in a world filled with transactional relationships and competition.
Episode 83: Jade Toko On Why Gen Z and Millennials are Leading the Charge in the Secondhand Luxury Market
Why 1% are shifting their spending habits towards more exclusive and unique items.
Episode 77: Yes, Contribute To A Well Known Magazine, But Start Your Own Thing Too
In this episode Ally shares her journey into fashion journalism, discussing the challenges and changes in the media landscape. She emphasizes the importance of creating your own platform while contributing to established publications, offering practical advice for aspiring fashion contributors.
Episode 76: The Fashion Roadman- His Thoughts On Fashion Month + If He Thinks Bezos Will Buy Condé Nast
In conversation 76, Ayo Ojo, known as The Fashion Roadman shares his unique journey into the fashion industry, discussing how he stumbled into fashion, the challenges facing London Fashion Week, and the evolving landscape of fashion journalism.
Episode 72: Inga Rubenstein: From Modeling To Ardent Art Connoisseur
Russian born, Inga Rubenstein is also American. She’s St. Petersburg, turned New York City, turned fashion model, turned ardent art connoisseur. I first met Inga in Florence, Italy by chance and have admired her style, and the way she holds herself in a reserved manner. In this episode we talk about her life in Russia, modeling, NY, art, and her philanthropic work.
Episode 66: Vickie Samushonga Explains Why Fashion Should Be Looking at India
With a dual calling in fashion and the ministry, Zimbabwean born Vickie Samushonga works with fashion designers between Africa and India, connecting designers with manufacturers, fashion weeks, and exhibitions. In this episode she opens up about her journey in both fields, what African designers need most, and what India offers the fashion industry.
Episode 40- “My Relationship To Fashion Is Intense,” says Aurore Donguy
The Parisian stylist chats about why fashion and film are in an inseparable relationship
Episode 25: A Woman With Many Hats, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger Shares Some Wisdom and Talks Fashion
Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger is an entrepreneur, designer, wife, mother, philanthropist, and advocate living in Palm Beach.
Episode 10: Alber Elbaz, A Memory
This interview was done in February 2021, two months before Alber Elbaz died. He was an inspiring and kind man. He speaks about his journey in fashion and the lessons he learned.
Episode 4- Recuperating After The Beirut Explosion, Fashion Designer Rabih Kayrouz Has Come Back With A Shift In His Brand And A New AW21 Collection
Rabih Kayrouz founded his brand Maison Rabih Kayrouz [ MRK] in 1999, embodying a couture savoir-faire House. He was injured during Beirut’s August 4, 2020 explosion and has been recovering. He just revealed his AW21 collection during Paris Fashion Week. Enjoy this podcast episode with Rabih where he talks about how he’s been spending the past few months and his refocus of MRK.