The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
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In The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, Ana and Klas Kristiansson - apparel industry experts, authors, and speakers will discuss hands-on tactics touching all areas involved in running and growing a meaningful, successful apparel brand. Learn practical strategies about sustainability, design,
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
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In this episode of The Apparel Entrepreneurship, Ana & Klas interview Pascale Moreau, Founder and Managing Director of Ohana Public Affairs, and discuss the importance of understanding and complying with the upcoming legislation and regulations in the textile industry. The industry is experiencing a shift towards sustainability and circularity, and brands need to be prepared for the changes. There is a need for companies to gather data and implement traceability strategies to comply with the eco-design legislation. You will also learn about the digital product passport, which will serve as ..read more
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1M ago
We’ve worked with hundreds of brands and many of them have this in common ? ONE problem we see all the time: They are unable to communicate clearly and concisely on who they are and what they are about. In this episode, we talk about the importance of figuring out what your clothing brand is about.
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The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1M ago
If you're aiming to elevate your clothing brand, this episode "How To Grow Your Clothing Brand - Part 2 - Collection & Product" is a must-listen. Ana & Klas from Apparel Entrepreneurship and Desinder talk about: ✅ Emphasizing sustainability is non-negotiable. With 67% of consumers prioritizing eco-friendly purchases, it's clear that environmental consciousness is central to your brand's appeal. ✅ Adopting a quality-over-quantity approach to your product line is crucial. Remember, a significant portion of your brand's success is likely to come from a small percentage of your offerings ..read more
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1M ago
In this episode "Why You Should Build a Collection with an Outfit Perspective," we talk about why you should look at your fashion collection through the lens of complete outfits rather than individual pieces. This perspective shift not only aligns more closely with consumer behavior but also offers invaluable insights into the cohesion of your collection, optimizing material use, and streamlining marketing and sales efforts. See the impact this strategy can have on your brand's aesthetic appeal, operational efficiency, and market success. This approach can transform your collection presentatio ..read more
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
6M ago
In this episode of the Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we talk about how to start and run a sustainable clothing brand. You'll learn the fundamentals of starting and running a sustainable and responsible apparel business.
We cover what it means and how to implement sustainability in:
✅ Brand values & mission
✅ Marketing
✅ Collection & design
✅ Sourcing & manufacturing
✅ Packaging
✅ Logistics
✅ Product care & afterlife
✅ Sales & communication
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important to consumers, and the fashion in ..read more
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1y ago
In this video podcast , Ana Kristiansson from Desinder and Apparel Entrepreneurship presents the Masterclass: How To Design A Clothing Line. You’ll learn how to create a cohesive collection that speaks your unique values and language. An apparel brand's design language is like a person’s personality. It makes your brand UNIQUE! This strengthens your brand and it keeps it cohesive for customers to recognize you. It will help you attract new customers who can identify & relate to your brand. It also helps you stay consistent season after season, year after year.
In this Masterclass Ana teac ..read more
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1y ago
There are many roles that need to be filled in your clothing business. As a small clothing brand, you can and probably will take on several of them. But ask yourself which roles you actually can fill and which ones you need to outsource. In this podcast, we are going over the typical roles you need to fill in an apparel business.
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The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1y ago
In this episode, we delve into the world of clothing manufacturing and provide you with all the information you need to successfully find and work with a manufacturer. Before even beginning your search, there are important factors you need to consider, and we cover these in detail to ensure you are fully prepared. We then move onto the nitty-gritty of finding a manufacturer, from where to look to the steps you need to take to ensure you find the right one for you.
Once you have found a potential manufacturer, we discuss the key questions you need to ask them to determine if it's a good fit. Th ..read more
The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1y ago
In this episode, we go over 5 of the most common mistakes clothing brands make regarding the design and product development phase.
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The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast
1y ago
In this episode of the Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we have the honor of speaking with the founder and CEO of MAES London, Diana Kakkar. MAES London is a luxury womenswear manufacturer located in North London, launched by Diana in 2018. In this fantastic conversation, we get a behind-the-scenes look at creating luxury garment manufacturing, and what a successful partnership between a brand and manufacturer looks like. We talk about MAES’s selection process for new partnerships and what clothing brands can think of when reaching out to manufacturers. We also talk about sustainability, taki ..read more