How can AI act as a "creative co-pilot" rather than a replacement for human intuition? This week, I sit down with Lori Kirkland, co-founder of Deep Human X, to explore the intersection of technology and the intangible.

We discuss how fashion creatives can utilize AI to iterate on visual storytelling and brand world-building without losing a label’s soul. At the heart of our conversation is a look at how to translate human values and raw emotion into digital outputs, ensuring that as we move into the future, the work remains rooted in substance.

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Producer:                     Julie Bassignani

Guest:                          Lori Kirkland, Deep Human X

In an industry often distracted by the "new," Zang Toi has spent over three decades proving that brand substance is built on consistency, craft, and a deep commitment to one’s client.

In this premiere episode of Catching the Editor’s Eye, Georgia Alexia Benjou sits down with Zang to discuss his storied career and the philosophy behind the House of Toi. We go beyond the runway to examine how Zang built a private luxury brand and maintains his independence in a shifting market.

The fashion business is currently ruled by mega-brands and luxury conglomerates. But

it’s the independent and emerging designers who offer the true innovation—the fresh perspectives that move this industry forward. Yet in today's crowded market, a great design is only the beginning.

I’m Georgia Alexia Benjou, and I’ve spent my career translating runway visions into commercial reality—from the buying offices of Hermès, Dior, and Chanel, to the editor’s desk at award-

winning magazines. I know that in today’s market, creativity alone isn’t enough. To build a brand with staying power, you have to bridge the gap between art and commerce.