Fashion Business Mindset

We're taking Fashion Business Mindset NEXT LEVEL!

In this episode,  I had the pleasure of interviewing James Bartle as my FIRST 'in-person' guest since launching our podcast in 2020.

All prior 80 interviews have been conducted online, so I'm very excited to have the opportunity to invite some of our future guests into a gorgeous studio space.

So if you like to WATCH your podcasts, head to our YouTube Channel. 

In this episode, I’m chatting with James Bartle the founding CEO of Outland Denim, the Australian denim brand known for their revolutionary approach to social and environmental sustainability.

Driven to create social change, James laid the foundations for Outland Denim in 2011 as an avenue of opportunity for women from backgrounds of modern slavery and those vulnerable to exploitation.

Outland Denim’s unique business model has since been proven to provide a ‘freedom dividend’, benefiting not only the brand’s team, but their family and community, too.

In 2019 and 2020 Bartle was named one of Rivet Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in Denim. In 2020, James received the Thomson Reuters Stop Slavery Enterprise Award for Small & Medium Sized Companies (2020).

Since launching to market in 2016, Outland Denim has secured a presence in retail powerhouses like Nordstrom, and David Jones and Moda Operandi, and has been worn by the likes of Meghan Markle and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Outland Denim is Australia’s first B Corp Certified denim brand.

As he has grown Outland Denim, James also founded adjacent businesses, including a manufacturing company (Maeka) and co-founded a nascent textile waste company (HuskLand).

He most recently has acquired the Australian founded brand Nobody Denim, which resides under the Outland Denim Group (Maeka Group).

During our dynamic chat, James talks us through:

• The exciting acquisition of Nobody Denim 
• The powerful mission at the core of this purpose-driven business 
• Impact investing and how you can get involved immediately
• The purpose and power of an Advisory Group 
• The retail landscape, innovation and automation 

And so much more! 

You can connect at:

Outland Denim 

Nobody Denim 

Find out more about Investing in Outland Denim & Nobody Denim(The Maeka Group) at Birchal here. 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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We’re extending an Invitation for you to express your interest in a 3-Month Group Elevation Program - Starting April 2024

Join us for a transformative experience, where we delve into strategies to help you ELEVATE across three vital pillars:

• The Future of You

• The Future of Fashion
• The Future of Collaboration

Register your Expression of Interest here OR head to the link in our Instagram bio. 

 Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I’m chatting with Mary Lou Ryan who co-founded bassike with Deborah Sams in 2006 to create what they couldn’t find: high quality, design-led, sustainably sourced wardrobe essentials.

Lou & Deb chose to work with organic cotton, Australian makers and responsible business practices from the beginning.

The pair designed the first collections from a 1950s cottage on Sydney’s Palm Beach, and bassike has the ease and vitality of Australian beach life in its DNA.

Their debut collection was a considered edit of luxurious, organic cotton jersey t-shirts and pants that instantly connected with wearers in search of contemporary designs with the versatility to work within their existing wardrobes.

Mary Lou holds the title of Director of Sustainability & Supply Chain at bassike, with a commitment to accelerating and amplifying positive change at the brand, within the community and the broader fashion industry.

bassike is proudly B Corp and Climate Active Carbon Neutral certified.

During our dynamic chat, Lou talks us through:

• Lou’s early days in the industry
• Why and how Lou and Deb launched bassike
• Bassike’s Responsible Business Journey
• Building Meaningful Partnerships
• Local Manufacturing & Sustainable practices
• Nurturing their loyal, engaged customer  
• Working on Mindset & Wellbeing and so much more.

I loved every minute of my time with Lou and no doubt you will too.

You can find bassike at: 

Website

Instagram 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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We’re extending an Invitation for you to express your interest in a 3-Month Group Elevation Program - Starting April 2024

Join us for a transformative experience, where we delve into strategies to help you ELEVATE across three vital pillars:

• The Future of You

• The Future of Fashion
• The Future of Collaboration

Register your Expression of Interest here OR head to the link in our Instagram bio. 

 Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I speak with Nick Pearce, the Co-Founder & CEO of HoMie.

HoMie is a streetwear clothing social enterprise that supports young people affected by homelessness or hardship with the skills, confidence & experiences to become more work-ready & better prepared for their future. 

HoMie’s Brunswick St store in Melbourne is a base for HoMie's two social impact programs - our VIP Days and a training location for our HoMie Pathway Alliance Program, as well as where we showcase our latest releases across all seasons.

From one monogram tee to year-round releases, and two solid social impact programs that have supported over 1,500 young people to date - it’s fair to say the HoMie team is proud to see how the brand has evolved over the years in making and creating impact in our community.

When you shop with HoMie, you're helping to support young people affected by homelessness or hardship. HoMie is a Label For The Streets with 100% of Profits going to this important cause. 

During this dynamic chat, Nick and I discuss: 

• The why behind the launch of HoMie
• The Lifechanging Programs that HoMie and their community partners offer 
• HoMie’s iconic VIP days that support young people
  HoMie’s REBORN program 
• News about HoMie’s partnership with ABMT to create Australia’s FIRST upcycling factory 

And so much more! 

I enjoyed every minute of this dynamic, inspiring chat with Nick and no doubt you will too!

You can find HoMie at: 

Website

Instagram 

Nick Linked in

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is October 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I speak with Vanessa Bell, a successful entrepreneur and advocate for sustainability, known for her expertise in the fashion and agricultural industries.

Vanessa started her career as a model, gracing the pages of high-end fashion publications and walking the runway for top-tier designers. However, her true passion lies in farming and sustainable fashion.

Vanessa owns close to 118,000 acres of pristine land in Australia and is one of the few women in the world with a landholding more than twice the size of Paris.

Vanessa has invested in the future by expanding her collection of hand-knitted Australian Merino wool baby knitwear to include luxury women's knitwear produced in Italy, all made from traceable and ethically farmed Australian Merino yarn.

The Vanessa Bell brand promotes sustainability by using naturally occurring, renewable, and biodegradable Australian Merino wool and is committed to reducing microplastic pollution in the environment and inspiring future generations to make environmentally conscious decisions.

Vanessa works closely with The Woolmark Company (AWI) and is a member of the Australian Fashion Council. In 2022, she was appointed as an Advisor to the Board of Ag Tech company Zondii, where she focuses on provenance and authentication for wool.

Beyond fashion, Vanessa is committed to a large-scale mixed farming enterprise (including organic wheat) with active strategies to become a certified biodiversity and carbon farmer.

Vanessa is a true visionary, demonstrating intuition, resilience, courage, and integrity.

I enjoyed every minute of this dynamic, inspiring chat with Vanessa and no doubt you will too.

You can find Vanessa Bell at: 

Website

Instagram 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is October 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a start-up who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Start-up Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is Kay Lang, The founder of Vixen and Fox.

Today’s conversation goes deeper than sharing a start-up story, today Kay also openly shares her personal story of trauma and abuse with the intention of helping others. 

In this episode we discuss some very sensitive and confronting experiences, please practice self care as you listen. If you feel triggered by this episode please seek support or call 1800 RESPECT. 

Based on Australia’s Gold Coast, Kay Lang is the founder and Creative Director of Vixen & Fox, the purpose-driven, fearlessly feminine lingerie label.

Vixen & Fox emerged from the golden shores of Australia, fuelled by Kay's vision to offer consciously crafted luxurious lingerie, truly tailored for today's tenacious woman who knows her worth.

Vixen and Fox is a space for those who wear, purchase, and live with intention - meaningfully curating a wardrobe that authenticity aligns with their values.

Each Vixen & Fox piece is a symbol of something greater. A community devoted to uplifting their fellow woman - a space to share our stories and support each other through advocacy and authentic moments of connection.

Vixen & Fox commit to using their platform to amplify the voices of those who have been silenced, to illuminate injustice and advocate for all of womankind by partnering with organisations including the Freedom Hub, Full Stop Australia, i = Change, Australian Childhood Foundation and Thread Together. 

A passionate advocate for freedom in all its forms, Kay has built Vixen & Fox to be more than just a lingerie brand, it’s a platform for positive change and authentic female empowerment.

Kay has an insatiable desire for truth, for freedom, for substance and for more.

This is a raw, real, vulnerable and inspiring episode.

You can find Kay & Vixen and Fox at: 

Website

Instagram 

Kay’s Instagram 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is October 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a start-up who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Start-up Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enjoy this Impact Edit with Donna & Marcello Abbate, the Founders of Fit For Life

Over the past three years, I've had the privilege of chatting with some of the most inspiring thought leaders and changemakers in the fashion industry.

From highly successful entrepreneurs and founders to those on their exciting start-up journey, my guests have shared their stories, insights, and strategies for making an impact while shaping the future of fashion.

Thanks to you, our audience is growing rapidly, with new listeners joining us every week. To help you gain the most out of our conversations, we're excited to introduce our Impact Edit, which showcases the most powerful insights from our previous longer-form episodes.

These are the golden nuggets – the ideas, strategies, and perspectives that can help you learn something new, spark a new idea, or solve a challenge you're facing in real-time in your business. And best of all, we've purposefully kept these episodes short – minimum time for maximum impact! 

So whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out on your journey, our aim is that you end each Impact Edit, with new information that will help you make a lasting impact in your business, with your team and your community.

 

You can find Donna and Marcello at: 

Website

Instagram 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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Download The Conscious Fashion Blueprint here:

https://fashionequipped.com.au/fashion-business-mini-courses/p/the-conscious-fashion-blueprint

READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is October 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I speak with Alice Fitch, the Founder of Whola. 

Alice Fitch is a dynamic entrepreneur with a successful history running fashion wholesale businesses. Her company Whola is transforming the way business is done in this legacy industry, leveraging the latest technologies and automation.

The Whola platform is a one-stop-wholesale shop that has been embraced by 5000 retailers around Australia and internationally who use it to do their fashion buying.

Alice’s mission is to make life better for retailers by making their stores instantly relevant to their target markets without the risk of traditional fashion buying.

Alice has worked in the fashion wholesale space for over a decade, launching and growing many well known Australian brands prior to launching Whola.

Alice’s skill set focuses on innovation, wholesale strategy and communications.

During this chat we dive into how you can optimise your Wholesale Sales Strategy and what is happening at the forefront of Australian Retail. 

 

You can find the Whola at:

Website

Instagram 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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Download The Consious Fashion Blueprint here:

https://fashionequipped.com.au/fashion-business-mini-courses/p/the-conscious-fashion-blueprint

READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is October 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a start-up who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I speak with Paul Zahra, the CEO of the Australian Retailers Association.

Paul is a leading figure of Australian retail having worked in the industry for 40 years including in senior executive and non-executive roles and as a company advisor.

Paul has previously held senior leadership positions at Target, Officeworks and at David Jones where he was the CEO and Managing Director.

Paul leads the team at the Australian Retailers Association – Australia’s oldest, largest and most diverse retail body, representing a $400 billion sector that employs one in ten Australians.

During our dynamic chat, Paul Shared:

• His assessment of the health of Australian Retail
• Strategies we can embrace to embark on the future of retail
• Noteworthy shifts and trends, such as sustainability, Ai, Innovation and technology
• Marketplace Intelligence Insights
• The enormous benefits of becoming an ARA member

You can find the ARA at:

ARA  Homepage | Australian Retailers Association

ARA  Instagram

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is September 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I speak with Justin Seskin and Camilla Frost from The DOM.  
 
The DOM is Australia's leading premium online outlet with the inside scoop on the latest trends and best deals.  With over 250 brands on the platform, The DOM brings customers the best deals, all in one place. 
 
The DOM is on a mission to disrupt the cycle of fashion.
 
While speaking with Justin Seskin the Co-Founder of The DOM and Camilla Frost, the Senior Marketing Manager, we discover The DOM was Founded by retail industry leaders motivated by the lack of integrity in clearance shopping and who are determined to improve the experience for customers and brands alike.
 
The DOM is reimagining outlet shopping, giving customers a whole new way to shop on sale and providing an elevated channel for brands to clear their stock. 
 
Justin was born into a Retail Family and Camilla is a brand marketer with over 11 years experience working with leading global brands.
 
This is a dynamic conversation with two long-term innovative industry professionals and will no doubt challenge your mindset when it comes to the online outlet experience and how to integrate your Brand Marketing with an Elevated Clearance Strategy delivering customers a compelling offer.

Visit The DOM - www./thedom.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedom_au 

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INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST | MARCH 11th - 15th 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a transformational business experience into the sophisticated world of production, sourcing and supply; meet with garment and fabric manufacturers; travel with like-minded business owners and mentors and connect with world-class artisans and manufacturers expressing the very best of India’s vibrant fashion culture.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST HERE. 

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READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is September 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 
Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.
If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 
If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

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In this episode, I speak with Marie Kinsella, the CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group.

As former Managing Director and Founder of Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Marie commenced in the events industry in 1989.

Today as the CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group, Marie and her team conduct approximately 8 major trade shows annually.

One of those is the Global Sourcing Expo coming up in Sydney in July and Melbourne in November.

During our chat Marie and I dive into:

The benefits of attending the Global Sourcing expo, such as:

• Accessing over 350 Suppliers from small to large scale manufacturers, right here on our doorstep in Australia
• Exploring new and Innovative Supply Chain Solutions 
• Develop & Source new products and categories
• Expand your Network & Connect with Industry

We also discuss who should attend, how to navigate the expo, opportunities to exhibit, shifts in the sourcing landscape, the expo’s global seminar series offering access to a dynamic line-up of industry thought leaders and changemakers, free workshops and so much more.

For those who are committed to delivering optimal business results, the Global Sourcing Expo is a MUST on the annual calendar.

By attending and becoming informed, you will not only become equipped on a Global Sourcing Level, but you will also continue to increase your knowledge bank on a responsible business journey, and together we can collectively continue to drive positive change in the fashion industry.

Download our FREE Navigating The Global Sourcing Expo Checklist

https://fashionequipped.com.au/navigating-the-global-sourcing-expo

Register to Visit and book your Seminar Tickets at:

https://globalsourcingexpo.com.au/

READY TO SCALE UP?

Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion?

Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business.

Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is September 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected]. 

Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans. 

READY TO START UP?

Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business?

ONLINE LEARNING

We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community.

If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in!

MENTORSHIP  

It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset. 

If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

MINI COURSES

If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development.

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusiness_au

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped

Website: www.fashionequipped.com.au

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

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