Date: 8/19/2025

Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.

This week, Bret and Emily discuss Hanes Brands, the New Valentino CEO, Back to School, and more.

Explore the intricate world of apparel licensing with hosts Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane. They delve into the strategic benefits and risks of licensing, offering insights into market expansion, brand equity, and ensuring brand consistency. Tune in for an expert analysis on navigating the business of borrowed brands.

Join Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane on the Clothing Coulture podcast as they break down the fashion product development cycle. Follow the journey from concept to finished garment, covering key steps like fabric selection, fit assessments, and building detailed tech packs. They share expertise on pre-production essentials, global supply chains, sampling, logistics, and quality control, offering a clear roadmap for turning ideas into market-ready collections.

Date: 8/12/2025 | Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.

This week, Bret and Emily discuss Gucci Strike, Tariffs in India, Goodwill, and more.

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We're bringing back Season 1, Episode 4, originally released five years ago, because its message is still vital in today's market. In this conversation, Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane dive into the meaning of responsible production in a turbulent world—emphasizing worker welfare, sustainability, and the evolving definition of "responsible" manufacturing. They explore the challenges of certifying worker welfare, the impact of tariffs and geopolitics, and the lessons learned from COVID-19.

Date: 8/5/2025 | Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.

This week, Bret and Emily discuss the new Tariffs, Italy, and Levi's.

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Date: 7/29/2025 | Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.

This week, Bret and Emily discuss the EU Tariffs Deal, Trans‑Pacific Freight, and Tapestry.

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Date: 7/22/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.

This week, Bret and Emily discuss France's New Law, Printemps, and the New York City Garment District.

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Date: 7/15/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.

This week, Bret and Emily discuss Everlane, Leggings, and the original Jane Birkin bag sold.

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Explore the enduring value of mom-and-pop shops in the fashion industry's wholesale strategy with hosts Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane. This episode of Clothing Coulture delves into how local boutiques foster long-term brand growth, provide personalized experiences, and support multi-channel marketing for emerging designers.