Have you ever wondered why you didn't get that job offer you thought you were perfect for? Or how to craft the perfect resume?

I caught up with the Founder of Fashion job site Style Careers to find out what fashion recruiters & brands are currently looking for, how the job market has changed in the past few years and what steps you can take to ace your applications and interviews.

Style careers has been one of the biggest fashion specific job sites for the past 2 decades, if you're interested in creating a profile and signing up to their email list (it's free), you can do so via the link below. You can also keep up to date with their blog which is packed full of useful information for fashion job seekers.

Does the Freelance or Entrepreneur life appeal to you? Perhaps you're thinking of making a career move or starting your own brand...

In this episode, Founder of Beyond The Ceremony and Freelance Designer Janice Lee joins Emma to talk about the challenges and rewards that come with being an entrepreneur in fashion. From launching your own label to being your own boss as a freelance designer.

Based in Los Angeles, Janice has been working in the fashion industry for over a decade for brands that may seem familiar to you- Victoria's Secret, Monique Lhuillier, Madewell and an internship at Oscar de la Renta to name a few. In 2021 Janice decided to do the thing many fashion industry professionals dare to dream of doing- launching her own label. Since then she has juggled running her bridal wear brand with working as a freelance designer.

I can’t wait for you to listen to our conversation so sit back and enjoy as we get into our chat..

Have you ever stopped to think about the lengthy process your clothing goes through and all the people involved before you see it on a shop floor? Or who is responsible for perfecting the fit of your favorite wardrobe items?

In this episode, Emma talks to Senior Technical Designer Damaris Barajas on her role in fashion as well as the process from a designer's first sketch to the finished product. 

Damaris has had quite a career to date, most recently working for Reformation, one of the biggest brands to come out of LA in recent years. Based in California, Damaris has worked in fashion for over 10 years. Her experience to date is one of the reasons I felt she was a perfect guest for this episode. Not only is she highly skilled at what she does, she’s also real and honest about her experiences in the industry. Not to mention she has tons of great advice for anyone wanting to break into fashion. So sit back and enjoy as we get into our chat.

Welcome to another episode of the Fashion and the Free podcast. In today's episode I am going to be talking about the History of Fashion week as well as providing you with a Spring Summer 2023 round up so you know what will be trending next year!

For all the latest fashion stories, career advice and news, head to the Fashion and the Free Instagram and our website.

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Welcome to another episode of the Fashion and the Free podcast. In this episode I am joined by the winner of Making the Cut Season 3, Yannik Zamboni, to talk about sustainable fashion, how his life has changed since winning the show and his journey in fashion. 

Yannik stood out for his non-binary, sustainable designs in white hues which remained a firm favorite with the judges throughout the show. Not only was Yannik a fan favorite for his designs, his sense of humor and sensitivity shone throughout the show which made him even more endearing. Since winning the show, Yannik has released his first collection with Amazon: Rare/Self, a genderless, size inclusive range, as well as continuing with his own label Maison Blanche. He also recently debuted Maison Blanche’s SS23 collection at New York fashion week. 

Yannik has really been on quite a journey. From growing up in a small village in Switzerland, craving the opportunity to pursue his creativity - to winning the biggest competitive fashion reality show that's aired across the globe. We discuss all of the above and more in this episode.

Welcome to another episode of the Fashion and the Free podcast. In today's episode I am going to be interviewing Elena Brook-Hart Rodriguez, Founder of Handmade Stories, an ethical slow fashion brand.

Elena has achieved so much with no former fashion education or training, but her passion to work with Peruvian communities and tell their stories through her collections has transformed lives as well as setting an incredible example to others wanting to follow her lead.

This interview was part of a series of webinars I did in 2021, we will be speaking to Elena again later this year to see how far she has come since.

Welcome to another episode of the Fashion and the Free podcast. In today's episode I am going to be talking about what we’ve seen so far from the New York Fashion week shows as well as touching upon the sad recent events of the Queens passing and celebrating her style through the decades.

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Welcome to another episode of the Fashion and the Free Podcast. In today's episode I interview my very first guest- Sean Cabezas, a designer from California who has been in the fashion industry for 11 years, working in LA and New York for the likes of Gap, BCBG and Lisa Perry.

We discuss how to stay true to yourself within the fashion industry and knowing when to stick to your gut. We'll be sharing some of our industry insights, advice and stories, so sit back and enjoy!

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Read my first article with Sean back in 2020 via the Fashion and the Free website.

Welcome to another episode of the Fashion and the Free Podcast. In today's episode I am going to be lifting the lid on what it’s like working in fashion and the things they don’t teach you at university or college. I'll be sharing some of my industry insights, top tips and stories as well as going through some key fashion meetings that are important to clue up on when working in the industry.

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Let's get to know each other! Before we launch into our longer episodes, find out more about your host for the show- me, Emma Golley and why I feel this weekly dose of fashion chatter is essential for the industry.