Conversations of Inspiration

Karen Millen OBE on building a fashion empire from £100


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Karen Millen OBE started her iconic brand with £100 and 100 metres of cotton. Hear how she built and sold a thriving fashion empire against the odds — before being declared bankrupt and getting divorced. How did she learn to embrace her future once again and do what she loves? Find out here…

WHY YOU WILL ENJOY THIS EPISODE
  • Learn about getting comfortable with embracing failure and benefiting from its teachings. 
  • Discover how it’s never too late to listen to your inner voice and follow your dreams.
  • Hear about the grit and determination it takes to live your passion and build your own business.
  • If you enjoyed this episode, we think you’ll love Holly’s Conversation of Inspiration with Trinny Woodall, founder of Trinny London.

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