Fashion & Founders The Podcast

Fashion & Founders The Podcast

Author: Victoria Smith Language: English Episodes: 94
Ever wonder how a clothing line actually gets made or what it takes to build a brand from a sketch to a global name? Fashion & Founders The Podcast, hosted by Victoria Smith, pulls back the curtain on the entire process. This isn't about seasonal trends or red carpet looks; it's a deep exploration of the machinery behind the glamour. Each episode features candid, long-form conversations with the founders, investors, and operators who are actively building the future of apparel and wearables. You'll hear real stories about the hurdles of fundraising, the complexities of ethical manufacturing, the explosive growth of resale, and the practical application of AI in design. Victoria guides discussions that connect the dots between capital, technology, and creativity, covering essential topics from sustainability to career navigation within the business of fashion. Tune in for a grounded perspective on an industry in constant flux, where ideas meet execution. This podcast delivers substance for anyone curious about the foundational work that makes fashion function.
Episodes
11. Sourcing and Styling Vintage 101 with Isabel of 7drawers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:36
I am joined today by Isabel, a vintage curator and seller based in New York City, who runs the brand 7drawers. Isabel shares her best tips of sourcing and authenticating vintage designer pieces from heels to handbags. Vi…
9. Finding Meaning in Experiences not Things [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:00
Last episode of Season 1! Sheridan shares pieces that have travelled with her all over the world. She talks about the experiences she has created in her clothes and the memories her clothes hold, transporting her back to…
8. Family Ties: Handmade Clothes and Priceless Pearls [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:00
This week Charlotte Turner, a sustainable consultant and educator joins me. She discusses the joy in making her own clothes and the family influence. She tells the beautiful story behind her wedding dress, one with many…
7. Making a Statement Through Maximalism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:44
This week, Maura, talks about what has inspired her bold and graphic sense of style from her art background to a desire to be heard. Fashion in an incredible channel to express your individual identity, who you are, how…
6. Shared Clothes and Memories with Friends [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:58
This week, Lucy, my roommate joins me and we reminisce on our favorite memories and unsurprisingly we both can remember what we wore (often each other’s clothes). She talks about the fun and joy she gets from sharing clo…
5. The Significance and Celebrations our Items Hold [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:59
Little hiatus since the last episode, but this week, Isabella, who is starting a sustainable and size inclusive denim brand joins us. She shares stories of shared pieces and the large significance that even the smallest…