On episode #13 of Fashion Originators, I chat with Tim Isle from the London College of Fashion Student Enterprise Team. At LCF Tim is the Student Enterprise Coordinator – he coaches students and graduates in developing sustainable businesses from inception to scaling.

In addition to overseeing the Student Enterprise Challenge – which was won by Lara Intimates AKA Cindy from episode 9 – Tim also supports students in-curriculum, and with business support workshops for SET contestants. Although Tim isn’t the founder of a niche fashion business, he is an expert on them, and I believe his insights will be a real asset to the Fashion Originators community.

On the episode, I speak with Tim about the Student Enterprise challenge and how to make your fashion business idea a sustainable one.

Book recommended: The False Economy http://amzn.to/2yF0aCj

How to start a fashion label http://amzn.to/2yE2UQi

To learn more about the SET Challenge:

http://www.arts.ac.uk/fashion/lcf-student-careers/student-enterprise/

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On episode #12 of Fashion Originators, I chat with Jonathan Chippindale, the founder of Holition Augmented Retail. Holition is no ordinary creative agency. Rather, Holition is an agency focused on retail tech innovation. Filled with scientists, film-makers, mathematicians, UX designers and other curious minds, Holition take a multidisciplinary approach to changing the way you shop. Whether they’re using Augmented reality, holograms or 3d technology, Holition cater to their clients (the likes of Tacori and De Beers) in a bespoke fashion – all to create an experience that’s as revolutionary as it is aligned with the brand’s values.

On the episode, I speak with Jonathan about founding Holition, and how Augmented Reality will change the face of shopping as we know it -- a must listen for all future-driven fashion entrepreneurs.

Book recommended:

Technology vs. Humanity: http://amzn.to/2C03drK

To learn more about Holition check out the links below:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/1167996/

https://www.holition.com

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On episode #11 of Fashion Originators, I chat with Sara Arnold, the founder of HIGHER. HIGHER, a fashion subscription service, is set to revolutionize shopping and the way you perceive your closet. For £90/month, you can borrow up to 3 items at a time, and swap out items whenever you want. Featuring fashion designers ranging from Westwood and Margiela to up-and-coming labels like Phoebe English, Arnold gives subscribers access to a library of curated designer pieces – without the guilt (or debt) acquired from actually buying them.

On the episode, I speak with Sara about founding HIGHER, what it's like to be one of BoF's FUTURE VOICES of fashion, and how she views the future of shopping as we know it.

Book recommended:

"This Changes Everything: http://amzn.to/2Aoiu4U

Indian brand Sara mentioned: Ode to Odd

Sara's Business of Fashion Op-Ed:

https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/opinion/an-alternative-to-consumerism-does-exist-the-performance-economy

Business of Fashion Future VOICES 2016:

https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/news-analysis/fashions-future-voices-winners-2016-revealed

To learn more about HIGHER check out the links below:

www.instagram.com/higher.studio

https://www.higher.studio/

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On episode #10 of Fashion Originators, I spoke with Megan Sullivan -- the founder of luxury post-mastectomy fashion brand, With Grace B. Bold. After Megan’s mother was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer, Megan became inspired to combine her fashion design background with her desire to improve the lives of breast cancer patients and survivors. Post-mastectomy, women often struggle to find stylish and comfortable clothing. To solve this struggle, Megan developed two tops: “The Ann-Elizabeth” and “The Eileen." Both are luxurious wrap-tops, but the Ann-Elizabeth also features a container for the mastectomy drainage system.

On the episode, we chatted about the art of building a niche fashion brand with a deeper purpose. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed speaking with Megan. Regardless of your endeavour, I hope Megan's insights on catering to a market need inspire you.

Book recommended:

"Grace not perfection" - http://amzn.to/2i1qKU1

To learn more about With Grace B. Bold, check out the links below:

www.instagram.com/withgracebbold

[She just received over $35,000 in funding] !!!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/758146846/with-grace-b-boldtm-luxurious-post-mastectomy-wome/community

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On episode #9 of Fashion Originators, I chat with Cindy Liberman -- one of the founders behind sustainable lingerie brand Lara Intimates. Lara Intimates not only make their bras here in London (with employees paid a living-wage), but the garments themselves are also made with industry off-cut fabrics. Unlike most lingerie fashion brands, Lara Intimates offer a wide range of sizes (28A to 36E), and focus every aspect of their business on creating 'a product with better values that women actually want to wear.'

On the episode, I speak with Cindy about founding Lara Intimates with London College of Fashion classmate Faith Leeves, how to build a sustainable fashion brand, and why the lingerie industry needs to change NOW.

Book recommended:

"Democracy" -http://amzn.to/2hJ2ntY

To learn more about Lara Intimates check out the links below:

https://www.instagram.com/laraintimates/

https://laraintimates.com/

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Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to me if you left a review on Apple Podcasts! The more reviews there are, the easier it is for others to find and enjoy the show -- and for it to keep going! See you next Friday!

-- Stephanie

On episode #8 of Fashion Originators, I chat with Hugo Taylor and Charlie Morris, the founders of Taylor-Morris eyewear. Although you may know Hugo Taylor from British reality show Made in Chelsea, he's actually known for a lot more than that. After building a mutual affinity for eyewear with his best friend, Charlie Morris, they decided to start a brand together -- Taylor-Morris.

On the episode, I quiz the boys on their founding story (hint: it involves a villa in Ibiza and a Harvey Nichols buyer who loves The Smiths), knowing 'nothing' about business, and the future of eyewear.

Books recommended:

"How to relax" -- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Relax-Mindful-Essentials-Thich-Nhat/dp/1941529089

"The Luxury Strategy" -- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Luxury-Strategy-Break-Marketing-Brands/dp/0749464917/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1510323609&sr=1-1&keywords=the+luxury+strategy

To learn more about Taylor-Morris check out the links below:

https://www.instagram.com/taylormorrisldn/

https://www.taylormorriseyewear.com

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Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to me if you left a review on Apple Podcasts! The more reviews there are, the easier it is for others to find and enjoy the show -- and for it to keep going! See you next Friday!

-- Stephanie

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On episode #7 of Fashion Originators, I chatted with Urenna Okonkwo, the founder of soon-to-be-released fashion app "Cashmere." After discovering a pair of dreamy Christian Louboutin heels with a not-so-dreamy price tag, Urenna devised "Cashmere" -- a luxury savings app. Through Cashmere, Urenna lets users set a monthly savings plan, which transfers small amounts of money to a secure "luxury savings" account.

On the episode, Urenna and I discuss: starting an app 101, the future of millennial spending, and why Cashmere should be right next to Instagram on your phone.

To learn more about Cashmere, you can follow Urenna below:

http://cashmereapp.co.uk/

http://www.instagram.com/cashmeretheapp

Grit book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Grit-passion-resilience-secrets-success/dp/1785040200/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1509701890&sr=8-1&keywords=grit

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On episode #6 of Fashion Originators, I chatted with Jo Boon, the founder of body positive student fashion show -- and now company -- LABEL. Although LABEL initially started as a body positive fashion show at the University of St Andrews, it has since morphed into a multidimensional brand (encompassing art events, a magazine, merchandise etc).

During out chat, we reminisce about our time at St Andrews (we're both alumni), the future of the body positive fashion business, and of course -- what Jo has planned next. I hope you enjoy the show as much as I enjoyed speaking with Jo.

To learn more about LABEL and Jo's projects, be sure to follow her below:

https://www.labelfashionshow.com

https://www.instagram.com/labelshow

Check out her gender neutral children's stories:

https://www.instagram.com/glitterpuplittleunicorn

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On episode #5 of Fashion Originators, I chatted with Chloe Marlow, the founder of fashion brand Marlow London. After realizing that all her friends at Central Saint Martins wanted to buy her final-year project, Chloe knew she was onto something. Combining her love of luxury with a great sense of humour (and a little sprinkle of law of attraction), Chloe brought her line of laser cut totes and cheeky scarves to life.

In the episode, we discuss a wide range of topics:

- The early days of founding a brand

- Dealing with suppliers and manufacturing

- Devising a cohesive brand concept

- Mindset

- Building relationships with influencers / celebrities

I hope you enjoy the show as much as I enjoyed speaking with Chloe.

To learn more about Marlow London, be sure to follow her:

https://www.marlowlondon.com/

https://www.instagram.com/marlow_london

Books recommended by Chloe during the episode:

The Secret: http://amzn.to/2gmXqmr

The Power: http://amzn.to/2gnnRs2

The Magic: http://amzn.to/2xT9wPb

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For episode #4 of Fashion Originators, I had the privilege of speaking to the founders of fashion brand LNDR, Sarah Donnelly and Donna Harris. Founded by Sara Donnelly, Donna Harris and Joanna Turner, LNDR is THE high-performance lifestyle brand for chic women on-the-go. Stocked by the likes of Net-a-Porter, Matches Fashion, Selfridges Body Studio and Harvey Nichols, it’s safe to say that it’s a favourite amongst the luxury set [like Gigi Hadid, Toni Garn, Sophia Richie, Jasmine Saunders].

During the episode, we primarily discuss the art of growing your brand without losing momentum. Of all the originators I've met, the ladies behind LNDR have managed to not only grow quickly, but to also sustain and build on this growth.

Thank you for listening! As its still early days of the podcast, I would LOVE your feedback.

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Instagram - www.instagram.com/lndr

Website - https://lndr.uk 

Artwork: Alice Druitt 

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