Welcome to a brand new season of Fear Less, Do More.

In this episode, host Gill Hunter sits down with fashion designer Corey Dixon, the creative mind behind Somebody Else’s Guy — a bold, upcycled, gender-neutral fashion label rooted in authenticity and North East identity.

From navigating profound personal loss to building a brand that challenges the wastefulness of fast fashion, Corey shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey.

She reveals how her background in theatre influences her design aesthetic, why she refuses to compromise on sustainability, and how unexpected celebrity collaborations have helped propel her work into the spotlight.

Corey also opens up about what fearlessness means to her, how she stays grounded in the North East, and her ambition to stage a major catwalk event that showcases the region’s creative talent.

Key Takeaways

• Personal loss sparked Corey’s determination to build Somebody Else’s Guy
• The brand champions upcycled, gender-neutral, sustainable fashion
• Theatre training influences her dramatic and character-driven designs
• Fearlessness comes from understanding how brief life can be
• Celebrity collaborations have accelerated brand recognition
• Sourcing vintage materials is challenging but central to her ethos
• Corey is committed to challenging the fast fashion industry
• The North East remains a vital part of her creative identity
• Authenticity is what connects her most deeply with her audience
• Future goals include launching a large-scale North East catwalk event

Connect with Corey Dixon

• LinkedIn
• Somebody Else’s Guy Website
• Instagram

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

• Gill Hunter on Square One Law
• Square One Law
• ‘Fear Less, Do More’ Podcast

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