Fashion Business Mindset
101 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago -Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Designers, Brands, Entrepreneurs, Makers & Mentors. Our mission? To increase the success rate in the Fashion Industry by creating a dynamic fashion business eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides industry insights and insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted & created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped.
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Ross Phelan - Managing Director of cherrichella - What it took to launch a Melbourne Designed Footwear Brand online during a pandemic
October 13, 2021 03:55 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Ross Phelan, the Managing Director of cherrichella. Ross launched cherrichella, a Melbourne designed, limited edition footwear brand in 2020 which is sold via cherrichella.com.au and other leading online marketplaces including The Iconic & Surfstich. Ross has worked in the fashion industry for 20 years and started within the industry as a footwear Product & Sales Manager working for Therapy Shoes. Ross has developed and sold footwear to most of the b...
Bridget Bell - Founder of Style Ambition - "Styling over 150 Celebrity Shoots, TV Shows, Red Carpets and a love of Personal Styling & Branding"
September 10, 2021 06:36 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Bridget Bell, the Founder of Style Ambition. Bridget is an industry expert who has styled over 150 celebrity shoots, television shows, red carpets and events, creating thousands of looks for men and women. She has worked with Ten, Seven, Nine and Foxtel during her career as a stylist of 15 years. Having worked in the fashion industry as an assistant designer before becoming a stylist she can easily spot a great brand or style on the rack for her celeb...
Erica Bartle - Director of Research & Strategy for Outland Denim - "Social Justice, Sustainability and making a Real Difference"
August 27, 2021 03:14 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Erica Bartle, the Director of Research & Strategy for Outland Denim. Outland Denim is the Australian jeans company changing the lives of young women in Cambodia through its profit-for-purpose business model. As a founding partner in the company along with her husband, James, @bartle.james, Erica’s primary role involves researching and advising on communications and strategy in line with current theory and practice in the worlds of international devel...
Everyday Lingerie Co. - Founder Danielle Sady shares how to manufacture in Australia and build an empowered, engaged community.
August 19, 2021 03:45 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Danielle Sady, the Founder & Managing Director of Everyday Lingerie Co. Danielle has a career of more than 20 years working for several of Australia’s largest wholesale, retail, and franchisee businesses across a large variety of industries behind her. She’s gained valuable experience in sales, operations, product management, strategic planning and team building which allowed her to go on and create Everyday Lingerie Co, her own underwear label. Every...
Lanamara - Sisters, Marika & Ilana share their journey creating their namesake label, working with artisans and empowering women.
June 27, 2021 01:35 - 1 hour - 57 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with sisters Marika and Ilana who started their namesake label Lanamara when they couldn't find handbags that sparked a sense of modernity and uniqueness but also practicality. After previously making clothes for themselves which reflected their open-spirited style and sensibility the pair thought it was an opportunity to bring this same influence to the Australian handbag and accessories market. Marika and her mother, Maureen a talented artisan herself, s...
Natalie Angel - Founder of Let Me Try Before You Buy - "Empowering women of all sizes to be confident and celebrate style, while helping fashion brands grow."
June 18, 2021 03:45 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Natalie Angel. Natalie created to give average-sized women the chance to see real reviews on flattering, functional and beautifully fashionable clothes for real bodies that are sized 14, 16 or above.Let Me Try Before You Buy Launching in the middle of a global pandemic, Natalie closes the gap for women who want to shop online but are too scared the clothes will arrive in skimpily small sizes that will only have them queuing up at the post office to r...
Typical startup traps to avoid to increase your chance of success - Masterclass with Elizabeth Formosa
June 02, 2021 03:25 - 10 minutes - 9.31 MBWelcome back to our episode where you get the chance to get up close with your host Elizabeth Formosa.Masterclass In this Masterclass, Elizabeth talks about the typical startup traps to AVOID to ensure you increase your chance of success. Tune into this episode to gain access to a sound framework that will ensure you avoid those typical expensive startup mistakes and maximise your opportunities. TYPICAL STARTUP TRAPS TO AVOID 1. Lack of support systems 2. Limited industry specific know...
Margie Woods - Founder of Viktoria & Woods - "The power of transcending trends and building an iconic Australian brand"
May 19, 2021 11:15 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Margie Woods, the Founder and Creative Director of Viktoria & Woods. Viktoria & Woods was established in 2004, with a simple approach to create effortless wardrobe staples with a pared back modern feel. At the heart of the label is the signature merino wool that launched the brand and since has expanded into complete ready-to-wear collections that include premium denim, footwear, lounge and occasion wear that are showcased in its ten exquisite retail ...
Richard Jarman - Designer of COMMAS Resort & Swim - "A purposeful pause, a reminder to catch your breath, to recalibrate"
April 27, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard Jarman, the designer and founder of COMMAS COMMAS is a swim and resortwear label based in Sydney, launched in 2017. Richard has always drawn inspiration from his unique Australian seaside lifestyle. The name COMMAS implies a purposeful pause, a reminder to catch your breath, to recalibrate, and take pleasure in the moment. The brand serves as a catalyst to find calmness in the spaces between life’s clutter. Ricard shares how "It all started ...
How to start a Fashion Business that's set up to scale - Masterclass with Elizabeth Formosa.
April 20, 2021 22:45 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBWelcome to our first episode where you get the chance to get up close with your host Elizabeth Formosa.Masterclass In this Masterclass, Elizabeth talks about how to start a Fashion Business that is set up to successfully scale. Sound foundations are key so that the whole business does not unravel at any stage. Tune into this episode to gain access to a sound framework that will not only help you get started but ensure you avoid those typical expensive startup mistakes and maximise your o...
Richard Poulson - Chief Executive of Showroom X - "Taking Australian Fashion Brands Global"
March 09, 2021 09:30 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBOUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES Today is the fourth episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who will be joining me for Industry Roundtable that we are hosting on the 12th of March as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021.our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE In today’s episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard Poulson, the Chief Executive of Showroom-X. With an unfailing drive and determination to tur...
Sammy Cashen - Founder of Unzipped Fashion Management - "What it takes to build a successful Wholesale Business"
March 03, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBOUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Sammy Cashen, the Founder and Managing Director of Unzipped Fashion Management (UFM). UFM is a fashion wholesale agency offering its clients brand and sales management for some of Australia’s leading fashion brands across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Tasmania. Her client portfolio includes the likes of MINKPINK, Staple the Label, TWIIN, MAVI Denim, Elliatt and Allora Melbourne just to nam...
Graeme Lewsey - CEO of the Melbourne Fashion Festival - "Insights into leading a world class festival showcasing Fashion, Arts and Ideas"
February 23, 2021 23:10 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBOUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES This is our second episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who will be joining me for Industry Roundtable that we are hosting on the 12th of March as part of our participation the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021.our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Graeme Lewsey, the CEO of the Melbourne Fashion Festival. After graduating from his Bachelor of Arts Degree...
Charlotte Hicks - Founder of Esse Studios - "The innovative mindset behind an award winning, consciously created sustainable brand "
February 17, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBOUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Charlotte Hicks, the Founder of Esse Studios. Charlotte has over 10 years experience designing for Australia’s leading fashion brands. After graduating with honours from a Bachelor of Design at UTS in 2008, Charlotte ‘cut her teeth’ as design assistant at Zimmermann. She went on to gain experience at other Australian labels and more recently finished a 6-year tenure as RTW designer at Sass and Bide. Charl...
Get to know your Host - "Why I made the Fashion Business MY Business"
January 20, 2021 10:50 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLISTEN TO PART 2 OF THIS PODCAST OVER AT @fashionavenuepodcast 18th June 2020SEASON 5 - BOOK YOUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL TICKETS NOW This is a so you can join us LIVE from any location.VIRTUAL event via Zoom 12th March - 2pm - 4pm AEDT Tickets are $25 All proceeds donated to www.ijm.org BOOK MY TICKETS Get to Know Your Host! I thought it would be great timing to kick off the year with an episode that gives you the opportunity to ‘get to know me, your host’ a little better. La...
An end of year message from your Host Elizabeth Formosa - "Congratulations to our Industry on rising up during a year that has challenged all of us"
December 21, 2020 09:45 - 8 minutes - 7.53 MBWell, this is a WRAP for 2020. Thank you all for taking a Front Row Seat and tuning in during our debut year of Fashion.Business.Mindset. By coming together we are creating an inclusive, multi-faceted fashion forum and eco-system, providing industry access and support every step of the way. Your support means the world to us and without you, well we simply won’t have a chance to grow this podcast. Thank you to our amazing guests who have been real, raw and oh so inspiring. Your openness...
Jo Demmler - Co-Founder, Red Dust Active - "Activewear Accessories Made in Australia and Sold on Amazon"
December 15, 2020 10:21 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Jo Demmler, the Co-Founder of Red Dust Active. Red Dust Active is a family-run business, with products proudly designed and made in Adelaide, South Australia. Inspired by her own journey of embracing an active lifestyle and stepping out of her comfort zone, Jo’s mission was to create a range of functional, fashionable activewear accessories. The Red Dust Active range has been purposefully designed to ensure you stay in the moment, no matter what your...
Joey Pringle - Founder, Veshin Factory - "How and Why Joey became the owner of a Vegan Leather Factory in China"
December 09, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth is super excited as her mission for this podcast is to showcase the dynamics of the fashion industry and this is her first episode with MAKER. In this episode Elizabeth chats with Joey Pringle, the Founder of Veshin Factory. What Elizabeth loved about this chat was that Joey who is originally from the UK and has lived in Canada and Australia, has taken on task of becoming a factory owner in China. Veshin is an original equipment & design manufacturer specialisin...
Kerry & Angelo Pietrobon, Founders of Harlow - "Premium, Purpose Led Australian Made Fashion Exclusively for Women Sizes 12-26"
December 03, 2020 08:15 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Kerry & Angelo Pietrobon, the Founders of Harlow. Kerry and Angelo have been proudly making beautiful fashionable clothing for women sized 12-26 since 2013. Harlow started as a solution to Kerry’s problems, when she couldn’t find clothes that she loved - only clothes that fit. Because of this, shopping was always a challenge, trawling the stores to come home broken hearted every single time. It wasn’t too long before Kerry realised, she needed to tak...
Kerry & Angelo Pietrobon, Founders of Harlow - "Premium, Purpose Led Australian Made Fashion Exclusively for Sizes 12-26"
December 03, 2020 08:15 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Kerry & Angelo Pietrobon, the Founders of Harlow. Kerry and Angelo have been proudly making beautiful fashionable clothing for women sized 12-26 since 2013. Harlow started as a solution to Kerry’s problems, when she couldn’t find clothes that she loved - only clothes that fit. Because of this, shopping was always a challenge, trawling the stores to come home broken hearted every single time. It wasn’t too long before Kerry realised, she needed to tak...
Lisa Sjöblom - Founder of sustainable children's swim brand TYOUB - "How to leverage off one good idea and grow from there"
November 25, 2020 21:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Lisa Sjoblom, the founder of the sustainable children’s swimwear brand Tyoub, established in 2019. As a fashion graduate, Lisa has held roles from junior knitwear designer to digital pattern maker, garment technician and production co-ordinator, mostly in the children’s wear space over the past 20 years, from South Africa, the UK, Sweden and Australia. Driven by a passion for finding sustainable solutions to children’s wear, Tyoub launched with a reusa...
Estelle Michaelides - Fashion Designer, Illustrator, Stylist, Creator - Micky In The Van - "A label defined by storytelling, inspired by heart"
November 19, 2020 06:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Estelle Michaelides. Estelle is a Designer, stylist, illustrator and ultimately a creator. Estelle’s label is an evocative expression of her inner musings, her journey and her story. Micky in the Van Estelle’s limited-edition collections combine a mix of dramatic couture with a street edge and regularly feature custom created fabrics incorporating her very own illustrations. MITV Made to order pieces have captured the hearts of an increasing number o...
Amy Fosdike - Director of Launch Fashion Management - "Agency representation, the bridge between the Designer and the Retailer"
November 11, 2020 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Amy Fosdike, the Director of Launch Fashion Management. After a strong background in in-house sales roles + Agency work, Amy founded LFM in 2005. Amy saw a gap in the market to do agency a little differently with a focus to ‘sell-out” rather than sell in + a view that relationships + honestly were the ingredients for longevity in the market. LFM under this strategy grew organically year on year with the expansion into Melbourne in 2017 + Adelaide in 2...
Jess & Stef Dadon - Founders of TWOOBS & How Two Live - "How to put purpose over profit and build a sustainable business"
November 04, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Jess and Stef Dadon, designers, creative directors, and entrepreneurs. The Dadon sisters regularly work with some of the biggest brands in fashion and beyond, and also love to support and promote emerging designers. They first launched as a daily diary in 2012, and it has since grown into a global platform with a tribe of loyal fans.How Two Live In 2016 the duo created TWOOBS; a line of comfortable, fashion-forward, and animal-friendly sandals that a...
Lisa Messenger- The vibrant game-changing founder and CEO of Collective Hub - "Diversify your revenue streams and future proof your business"
October 28, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Lisa Messenger. Lisa Messengeris the vibrant, game-changing founder and CEO of Collective Hub, an international speaker, best-selling author, and an authority on disruption. She launched Collective Hub as a print magazine in 2013, with no experience in an industry that people said was either dead or dying. Within 18 months that print mag was in 37 countries. Collective Hub has since grown into an international multimedia business and lifestyle platform...
Lisa Messenger- The vibrant game-changing founder and CEO of Collective Hub, an international speaker, best-selling author, and an authority on disruption - Let's do this!
October 28, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Lisa Messenger. Lisa Messenger is the vibrant, game-changing founder and CEO of Collective Hub, an international speaker, best-selling author, and an authority on disruption. She launched Collective Hub as a print magazine in 2013, with no experience in an industry that people said was either dead or dying. Within 18 months that print mag was in 37 countries. Collective Hub has since grown into an international multimedia business and lifestyle platfor...
Tess Whitfort - Sustainable Designer, Pendulum Studios "Don't underestimate the positive impact you can have from doing something small"
October 21, 2020 21:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBIn this episode Elizabeth Speaks with Tess Whitfort, the founder of Pendulum Studios - a Badass Sustainable, Zero waste , Circular design clothing brand - ethically made in Melbourne Tess is a Melbourne based Sustainable fashion designer and zero waste pattern cutting specialist. Tess is the 2018 winner of the Redress Design Award, which is the world’s largest sustainable fashion design competition. Tess’s own label, PENDULUM Studios, which is all about creating new solutions to the fashi...
Melinda Sullivan - Founder of Melbourne My Style - "Getting to the heart of the person behind the brand and telling the whole story"
October 14, 2020 21:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Melinda Sullivan, the Director and Founder of Melbourne My Style, Established in 2017, Melbourne My Style is a publication that prides itself on an industry-focused, factual style of reporting on fashion, hospitality, lifestyle, and entertainment. Along with the publication, Melinda has also established Melbourne My Style Creative Agency which focuses on purpose-led company campaigns, combining international influences from trips abroad bringing unique...
Angela Bell - Ethical Clothing Australia (ECA) - "Valuing your makers, your suppliers and understanding your workforce and supply chain. It's incredibly imperative to the future"
October 07, 2020 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Angela Bell, the National Manager of Ethical Clothing Australia, an accreditation body commonly known as ECA. At ECA, Angela reports to a committee of management that is made up of employer, business and union representations from the textile, clothing and footwear industry. Angela spent the early years of her career working in media and communications before moving into corporate and environmental sustainability. Her various roles have included worki...
Angela Bell - Ethical Clothing Australia (ECA) - "Valuing your makers, your suppliers and understanding your workforce and supply chain. It's incredibly imperative to the future."
October 07, 2020 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Angela Bell, the National Manager of Ethical Clothing Australia, an accreditation body commonly known as ECA. At ECA, Angela reports to a committee of management that is made up of employer, business and union representations from the textile, clothing and footwear industry. Angela spent the early years of her career working in media and communications before moving into corporate and environmental sustainability. Her various roles have included worki...
Angela Bell - Ethical Clothing Australia (ECA) - "Valuing your makers, your suppliers and understanding your workforce and supply chain. It’s incredibly imperative to the future"
October 07, 2020 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Angela Bell, the National Manager of Ethical Clothing Australia, an accreditation body commonly known as ECA. At ECA, Angela reports to a committee of management that is made up of employer, business and union representations from the textile, clothing and footwear industry. Angela spent the early years of her career working in media and communications before moving into corporate and environmental sustainability. Her various roles have included worki...
Leila Naja Hibri, CEO of Australian Fashion Council- "In Australia we have the opportunity due to our size, agility and maverick spirit to be an example to the rest of the world"
September 30, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Leila Naja Hibri, the CEO of The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) was appointed as CEO of The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) in February 2020, having been actively involved with the AFC since its inception, and invited to join it's Board of Directors in 2018.Leila Leila, who until recently, was the General Manager at Australian fashion accessories label Helen Kaminski and a Member of the Board of Directors of HKJC - a Tokyo based joint venture compa...
Pru Corrigan, CEO of One Daydream PR "It's pushed brands to be better, pushed brands to try new avenues, and it's allowed us to adapt and be nimble"
September 23, 2020 22:03 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Pru Corrigan, the CEO of One Daydream PR. Pru has 20 years’ experience in the Australian PR, Digital & Marketing landscape. She started her career as Brand Manager for Sportsgirl before co-founding Two Birds Talking in 2006, which ultimately became Australia’s number one 'fast fashion' PR agency. In 2015, Pru went on to create One Daydream PR, taking the agency from strength to strength and working with some of the world’s biggest global brands inclu...
Pru Corrigan, CEO of One Daydream PR "It’s pushed brands to be better, pushed brands to try new avenues, and it’s allowed us to adapt and be nimble"
September 23, 2020 22:03 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBIn this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Pru Corrigan, the CEO of One Daydream PR. Pru has 20 years’ experience in the Australian PR, Digital & Marketing landscape. She started her career as Brand Manager for Sportsgirl before co-founding Two Birds Talking in 2006, which ultimately became Australia’s number one 'fast fashion' PR agency. In 2015, Pru went on to create One Daydream PR, taking the agency from strength to strength and working with some of the world’s biggest global brands inclu...
Naomi Swalwell, Founding Director of House of Lacuna - "Seek out professionals & mentors that specialise in key areas who can help you with strategy and implementation"
September 16, 2020 22:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Naomi Swalwell, the founding Director of Australian ethical and sustainable brand House of Lacuna. Focusing on traditional textile printing methods and hand embellishments, House of Lacuna ranges are produced in an ethical and sustainable supply chain. Circularity and closing the gap between design and manufacturing is at the forefront of why this brand exists. After spending more than ten years in the industry working in various design roles, Naomi h...
Renae James, Founder of Papinelle Sleepwear - "When I look back on my career, Covid will be a massive turning point"
September 09, 2020 22:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Renae James, the Founder of Papinelle Sleepwear. Renae began honing her entrepreneurial drive from an early age. She always had a strong desire to be in the fashion industry so started her journey studying Fashion Design at the University of Technology Sydney, and graduated with Honours. Like many Australian designers, Renae launched Papinelle at the Paddington Markets in 2003 with sleepwear designs that quickly brought retail and media attention. Re...
Neomi Amit - Unreal Fur - "Failure is just a learning opportunity. Be strategic, have a well thought out plan and then have NO fear!"
September 04, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Neomi Amit, International Sales & Export Manager at Unreal Fur, a Melbourne based, faux fur label brought to life in 2011. Neomi works with leading retailers around the world to drive the “Fauxvolution” of ethical and sustainable fashion. Joining Unreal Fur in 2017, she is a fearless voice for spreading the cruelty-free message. Partnering with retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, Rent the Runway and Free People, Neomi is committed to endi...
Emma Puttick - Founder of Naudic - "Now is the time to cut things that are too hard, out dated or not producing the output that you expected"
August 31, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Emma Puttick, the creator of Naudic. Emma’s love affair with fashion began when she was working in London.The bohemian styles of the Portobello Road markets was where she first got the taste of what has become the Naudic look. Add influences from travels through Sweden, India and South-East Asia and you have a label that's bright, fun and eminently wearable. While there has been great evolution of the brand over the past decade, each Collection has rad...
Phoebes Garland - Co-Founder of Garland & Garland Fashion Agency - "We're all in this together- manufacturers, brands, retailers & agents"
August 28, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Phoebes Garland, the Co-Founder of Garland & Garland Fashion Agency. Phoebes is a regular contributor & speaker in the fashion industry with over 25 years of experience. Her zone of genius the business of fashion, specialising in wholesale strategy, sales, product development and working with independent & major retailers Phoebes is also a passionate ambassador to not-for-profits – including Shake it Up Australia and Adopt Change. During this dynamic ...
Phoebes Garland - Co-Founder of Garland & Garland Fashion Agency - "We're all in this together - manufacturers, brands, retailers & agents"
August 28, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Phoebes Garland, the Co-Founder of Garland & Garland Fashion Agency. Phoebes is a regular contributor & speaker in the fashion industry with over 25 years of experience. Her zone of genius the business of fashion, specialising in wholesale strategy, sales, product development and working with independent & major retailers Phoebes is also a passionate ambassador to not-for-profits – including Shake it Up Australia and Adopt Change. During this dynamic ...
Christian & Ren Kimber - Founders of luxury menswear brand - "One of the reasons we're still in business is because we really focus on customer experience"
August 24, 2020 22:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Christian and Ren Kimber, the founders of Christian Kimber, an Australian luxury menswear brand. Before launching his eponymous label in 2016, Christian worked in a variety of industry roles in London, and as a buyer for a luxury department store in Australia. Christian received the National Design Award at the Melbourne Fashion Festival in 2019. Ren is the co-founder and advisor to the business, with a focus on marketing and the business side of fashi...
Simon P Lock - CEO of ORDRE & Industry Icon - "Embrace the future of wholesale, virtual showrooms, innovation & technology"
August 19, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Simon P Lock, Chairman and CEO of ORDRE, the founder of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia, and a former Senior Vice President of IMG Fashion & Models. Simons is also a member of BoF Global 500, a recipient of the Australia Fashion Laureate and author of 'In The Front Row'. Simon has held senior management positions with a number of international fashion weeks including Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, Pakistan, New York and India. Simon is a...
Melissa Singer - National Fashion Editor of The Age & SMH - "Everyone has a role to play in a more conscious, sustainable future of fashion"
August 17, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with Melissa Singer, a creative, commercially-minded writer, fashion and lifestyle editor and strategist. As the National Fashion Editor of The Age & SMH, Melissa is an active advocate of Australian Fashion. We’ve seen many Fashion Brands & Designers make 'Front Page' as a result of her strong and relatable voice on a range of topics from retail to women's representation in the media. During this raw and inspiring conversation, Melly shares everything from ...
Leah Betts - Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand Entrepreneur - "Why no idea is worth going broke for"
August 15, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Leah Betts, Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand Entrepreneur. Leah has built a number of companies over her 20 year career. Including: Co-founding Tan Off in 2010 and Studio Play in 2011 In 2017 Leah launched Cachia together with Melbourne influencer Sophie Cachia and in 2019 Leah and Sophie also launched Fairy Magic Online. Leah is also the General Manager of Studio Kids. Leah has now launched her latest venture, which joins forces with l...
Leah Betts - Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand Entrepreneur - Why no idea is worth going broke for
August 15, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Leah Betts, Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand Entrepreneur. Leah has built a number of companies over her 20 year career. Including: Co-founding Tan Off in 2010 and Studio Play in 2011 In 2017 Leah launched Cachia together with Melbourne influencer Sophie Cachia and in 2019 Leah and Sophie also launched Fairy Magic Online. Leah is also the General Manager of Studio Kids. Leah has now launched her latest venture, which joins forces with l...
Doug Stephens - The Retail Prophet - "In times of crisis there can be tremendous opportunities"
August 10, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBIn this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Doug Stephens, the Founder of Retail Prophet. Doug is one of the world’s foremost retail industry futurists. His intellectual work and thinking has influenced many of the most widely known international retailers, agencies and brands including Walmart, Google, L'Oreal, BMW and LVMH. Prior to founding his consultancy,Retail Prophet, Doug spent over 20 years in the retail industry, holding senior international leadership roles. Doug is the author of tw...
Effie Kats - Designer - "Meeting yourself is the key to making sound, strong business choices"
August 07, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBIn this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Effie Kats, Melbourne Designer & Founder Bayse Brand & Dead End Lovers. Effie founded Zachary the label in 2013 which she operated for 5 years. After exiting Zachary, Effie launched her namesake label in 2018 which focusses on made to measure garments with a view to create perfectly tailored, sustainable pieces that last in your wardrobe for years to come. During this real and raw conversation with Effie shares the some of the challenges she’s faced, ...
James Bartle - Outland Denim - "Working in unity to a common goal - that's where the power is"
August 03, 2020 22:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBIn this episode Elizabeth speaks with James Bartle, the Founding CEO of Outland Denim. Outland is the denim brand making jeans differently, and setting a new standard in fashion manufacturing. Driven by the desire to curb the trafficking of young girls into the illicit commercial sex industry, James created Outland Denim to generate training and employment opportunities for women vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. Over six years James developed a unique business model that would enable...
Lana Wilkinson - Australia's leading fashion stylist - "You've got to love what you do"
July 31, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIn this his episode Elizabeth speaks with Lana Wilkinson. Lana is Australia's leading fashion stylist, with a clientele that includes Rachel Zoe , Megan Gale, Rebecca Judd, Zoe Foster Blake and Rachael Finch just to name a few. Driven by a strong work ethic, her distinctive creative flair makes her an influential figure in the Australian retail landscape. Building on this love of fashion and a desire to design, Lana launched her own footwear brand in 2019. Her mission is to create contemp...
Cathryn Wills - Sans Beast - "A great brand has a heart like a good person"
July 27, 2020 22:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBIn this his episode Elizabeth speaks with Cathryn Wills, Founder of Sans Beast. Cathryn established Sans Beast in June 2017, after a career spanning close to 30 years in the Australian Fashion Industry. In establishing Sans Beast, Cathryn set out to build a design led, quality brand that only utilises materials that are procured from non-animal sources. During this dynamic, insightful conversation Cathryn shares some of the real challenges being faced, what’s important right now, what eve...