Visionaries

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about the fashion industry? Is it inspiration and style? Perhaps uniqueness and talent?

In today's episode, Neri talks about French designer Christian Dior who, even after his passing, continues to provide valuable lessons applicable to the current climate of the fashion industry.

Throughout this solo episode, you'll hear Neri discuss three key takeaways from the book Christian Dior Talking about Fashion by Elie Ravourdin and Alice Chavane.

In this rare book, he not only stresses fashion as a business but also the importance of teamwork, finding the balance between the arts and financial gains, and more.

Thank you for tuning in! If you haven't listened to episode 3 where Neri interviews the director of Tatler Russia, Renata Kharkova, then go back and check it out!

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In today's episode, Neri welcomes Renata Kharkova to the show.

From starting out as a fashion assistant at Harpers Bazaar Russia to being fashion editor of Elle Russia, styling top models, such as Barbara Palvin, Alessandro Ambrosio, and Monica Bellucci, and now as the Fashion Director and Stylist of Tatler Russia, Renata Kharkova shares with us why success is internal, and why kindness and humility matters.

Renata is a beautiful blend of career success, empathy, and conscious living. Her love for personal development, creativity, and freedom is portrayed in her styling and everyday life.

This episode provides a better view from inside the fashion industry. Renata shares the story of how she built her thriving career, important brands, people, and companies she has worked with, how the way of doing things has changed over the years, who her favorite designers are, and much more!

Thank you for tuning in! If you haven't listened to episode 1 where Neri interviews Jewelry designer Anabela Chan, then go back and check it out!

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The global pandemic has left the world with many scars. From the economic to the health crisis, businesses all over the world have been heavily impacted, including the fashion industry.

In today's episode, Neri brings up a very important topic, especially during this time: resilience.

Resilience is the ability to recover from difficulties and overcome obstacles.

As a business owner and academic, Neri has tasted the bitter flavor of crisis firsthand. Her years of experience and relationship with other successful business owners have allowed her to identify 3 common characteristics of resilience and she is here to share them with you.

We hope you enjoy these short but very meaningful episodes. Don't forget to tune in for our next interview on July 15th with the director of Tatler Russia, Renata Kharkova.

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As a follow up to the interview with Anabela Chan, Neri Karra discusses key lessons and takeaways on what it takes to build a successful jewellery brand, particularly in a post-pandemic era. 

Stay tuned for 15th of July, when the Fashion Director of Tatler Russia, Renata Kharkova will be our guest. 

Welcome to the first guest interview for the Moda Métiers podcast!

In this episode, Neri welcomes the incredibly talented Anabela Chan.

Anabela Chan is the first fine jewelry brand in the world to champion laboratory-grown and created gemstones with high jewelry design, artisanal craftsmanship, and a focus on sustainable and ethical innovations.

Anabela started her jewelry business back in 2013 after graduating from the Royal College of Art. She has not only been featured in several media outlets around the world but also her pieces have been worn by many celebrities and personalities such as Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and Lady Gaga, to name a few.

During this inspiring conversation, Anabela takes us back to her beginnings as a teenager when she had the opportunity to interview the late Andrew Grima, a pivotal point in her yet-to-be-started entrepreneurial journey. You'll also hear her talk about what made her shift gears and realize it was time to start her own company even after having a very successful career in the fashion industry, how her brand has been able to grow without any paid advertisement, how her beautiful and complex Blooms! Collection came to life, the invaluable lessons she has learned throughout her career, and much more!

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Neri Karra presents the Moda Métiers Podcast that will feature renowned fashion designers, entrepreneurs, creators of the fashion and luxury industry. The intention is to offer guidance, inspiration and hope for all those who want to make it in the fashion business. Stay tuned for updates.