Archive Episode for the Festive Season: The Origins of Fashion Santa
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
From the FashionTalks vault comes a fantastic conversation with one of the nicest fellas ever. A compelling origins story is so inspiring and Paul Mason's story of how the international sensation, Fashion Santa, came to be is no exception. Paul is proof that you never know what is waiting for you around the corner. The road was full of ups and downs and Paul weathered it all with grace, warmth and, naturally, the spirit of the festive season. Paul and Donna cover not just Fashion Santa, but what Paul observed about people/ what we gain from some lightness in life - and all of this pre-pandemic ..read more
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To Fashion Via Football with Wuxly CEO James Yurichuk
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
It is not often you hear of someone being drafted as a linebacker for pro football and then pivoting into the fashion industry, but that is exactly what James Yurichuk, CEO of Wuxly has done. James and I have a fascinating conversation that moves between his suburb roots in Ontario, Canada to his love for brand campaigns to how his Brazilian girlfriend inspired a 180 move to starting a parka company to working with serious cultural icons. James is not your traditional fashion insider and how he thinks about his position in the industry is incredibly unique. With inspirational parallels between ..read more
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The Future of Shopping with Lisa Kisber, co-founder ShopSquad
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
Shopping can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. We have all had experiences shopping that have been amazing, or hopefully we all have. Shopping is ever evolving and that has never been more true than right now. Lisa Kisber, co-founder of ShopSquad, shares her deep knowledge of retail and where we are headed with live, digital shopping. Lisa is smart, funny and full of insights. You are going to love this conversation. Follow Lisa @lkisstyle Learn more about ShopSquad www.shopsquad.ca Follow our host Donna Bishop @thisisdonnab Learn more about CAFA www.cafawards.ca ..read more
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A Fashion Insider Scoop with Vicky Milner, President of CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards)
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
There is nothing like some behind the scenes intel. Am I right? Vicky has some amazing stories to share as we reminisce about CAFA galas through the years. Vicky Milner, President of CAFA, has her finger on the pulse of the fashion industry. CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards) is Canada's national organization honouring, celebrating and supporting designers and the other creatives within the fashion space. Its annual awards gala is a who's who of the industry combined with the hottest up and coming players. Fashion royalty from all over the world flies into Toronto to revel in the energy ..read more
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Truly Breaking All the Rules with Elate Cosmetics CEO/ Founder Melodie Reynolds
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
This one got surprisingly emotional! Melodie Reynolds is a beauty brand founder/ CEO who is breaking all the rules when it comes to makeup. Be it the marketing messages or packaging or ingredients or corporate culture Melodie is maintaining the empowering elements of adornment through beauty while breaking the traditional molds of the billion dollar industry. Follow Elate and Melodie: @elatecosmetics www.elatebeauty.com @melodieelated Follow host Donna Bishop: @thisisdonnab Follow and learn more about CAFA - Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards @cafawards ..read more
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Fashion & Claiming Your Power with HIV Activist & Model Myles Sexton
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
Myles Sexton is a force of nature. They are a Creative Director, HIV & Sobriety Activist, model, makeup artist, content creator and lover of all things fashion and travel. In this episode Myles talks openly about how fashion has been an integral part of their life, whether it be their roots on the east coast of Canada, their decision to come forward about living with HIV, the honour of wearing the Amsterdam Rainbow Dress and so much more. Follow Myles: @mylessexton www.mylessexton.com Watch the video as Myles shares that they are living with HIV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MmYyfmFOo ..read more
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Not Your Typical Fashion CEO with Ashley Freeborn of Smash + Tess
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
Smash + Tess is a community, a fashion brand and the dream of mother/ daughter team Ashley Freeborn and Teresa Freeborn. Hailed as starting the "Romper Revolution" Ashley's vision goes well beyond the freedom and comfort of the casual dressing that has taken the globe by storm since 2020. But what does being comfortable really mean? Have we shed a metaphorical corset since the onset of Covid? Hear Ashley's thoughts on this in more. Follow & Discover Smash + Tess: https://smashtess.com/ @smashtess Follow host Donna Bishop: @thisisdonnab Follow CAFA: @cafawards ..read more
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Is it Time to Ditch the Rules of the Wedding Dress with authors Michelle Bilodeau & Karen Cleveland
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
Michelle and Karen love weddings, but that doesn't mean they didn't see the point of reevaluating the traditions and tropes of the typical, heteronormative, western wedding. We dive into the bridal, white wedding dress and the crushing pressures that the billion dollar wedding industry can impose upon women as they celebrate their nuptials. As authors of The New Wedding Book: A Guide to Ditching All the Rules, Michelle and Karen uncover the historical foundation of the traditional wedding gown (thank you Queen Victoria, but mostly Princess Grace and Princess Diana) in the hopes of supporting c ..read more
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When You Love Fashion But Fashion Doesn’t Love You Back, You Start A Brand: Mahrzad Lari
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
2y ago
What do you do when getting dressed is traumatizing? If you are Mahrzad Lari you face it head on. As a plus sized man since his youth Mahrzad never felt he could express himself with clothing. Flash forward to 2021 and he is disrupting the menswear industry with his label Wide the Brand. A classic, chic line of modern basics for plus sized men. Mahrzad candidly shares personal stories about his love of fashion, his experience as a plus sized man and why we should take the emotion out of size. Sound familiar? Episode with Meredith Shaw: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/finding-belonging-in ..read more
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Our Body, Our Subconscious & Fashion with Atarah Valentine
FashionTalks
by Donna Bishop, FashionTalks
3y ago
Is there a connection between our body and our subconscious mind? Atarah breaks down this powerful connection, shares his personal journey and love of fashion and how the clothes we choose can impact our belief system. So much to take in on this one! Follow Atarah and connect to book a session: https://www.instagram.com/atarahvalentine/ Follow host Donna Bishop: https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Learn more about our producing partner the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards: @cafawards ..read more
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