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Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry Icons

Emily Blumenthal
Handbag Design
Handbags
Entrepreneurship
Fashion Industry
Handbag Industry
Sustainability
Fashion Design
Sustainable Fashion
Product Development
Fashion
Luxury Handbags
New York City
Social Media Marketing
Consumer Expectations
QVC
The Cambridge Satchel Company
Public Relations
Hermès
Supply Chain Transparency
Gen Z

Master the handbag trends, fashion retail, and brand building fashion strategies that define the luxury goods industry. Each week on Handbag Designer 101, host Emily Blumenthal—the ultimate resource for fashion entrepreneurs—explores the art of brand storytelling and accessories design.

As the author of Handbag Designer 101 and founder of The Independent Handbag Designer Awards (the most prestigi... more

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How can artificial intelligence transform the way we shop for luxury secondhand handbags? In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, Emily Blumenthal sits down with Chris Lucas, CEO and founder of SecondSense, to explore his journey from Stanford compu... more

Why do independent designers struggle to land and keep retail accounts? In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, Emily Blumenthal sits down with industry expert Karrica for a no-nonsense look at what it really takes to sell into boutiques and departm... more

Why do people become so emotionally attached to brands like Coach and Louis Vuitton? In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, Emily Blumenthal sits down with Jeremy Carr, creator of The Lazy Thrifter, to unpack the psychology behind handbag loyalty, ... more

What happens when a restaurant owner and lifelong maker decides to create a handbag—and discovers a whole new career? In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, Emily Blumenthal sits down with Markus Richtmann, founder of Atelier Richtmann, to explore ... more

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Jeremy Carr
The Lazy Thrifter, influencer and handbag content creator
The Lazy Thrifter
Episode: The Psychology Behind Why We Buy Handbags with the Lazy Thrifter | Jeremy Carr & Emily Blumenthal
Markus Richtmann
Owner of Atelier Richtmann; designer of handmade Swedish bags
Atelier Richtmann (Sweden)
Episode: Why a Swedish Restaurant Owner Started Making Handbags | Markus Richtmann & Emily Blumenthal
Ann Gaylord
Designer and founder of Ann Gaylord Bags
Ann Gaylord Bags
Episode: Can a Football be a Handbag? Ann Gaylord on Reinventing Handwoven Bags | Emily Blumenthal & Ann Gaylord
Lale Boz
Founder of Normal New York
Normal New York
Episode: Lale Boz of Normal New York: From Passion Project to Retail Disruptor | Emily Blumenthal & Lale Boz
Cassandra Kane
Designer, CMA
CMA
Episode: Turning Leather Waste into Luxury Handbags | Emily Blumenthal & Cassandra Kane
Hitha Herzog
Chief Research Officer at H Squared Research
H Squared Research
Episode: Why Gen Z Buys Luxury Differently: Insights from Hitha Herzog | Emily Blumenthal & Hitha Herzog
Penny Crook
Owner and designer at Denault Handbags, inventor of the reversible purse
Denault Handbags
Episode: From Financial Advisor to Handbag Inventor | Emily Blumenthal & Penny Crook
Beth Greenlaw
Founder of Seabags Maine
Seabags Maine
Episode: From Sail to Tote: How Beth Greenlaw Built Seabags Maine | Emily Blumenthal & Beth Greenlaw
Shy Iland
Founder of Daisy Rose
Daisy Rose
Episode: From Retail Collapse to Amazon Growth: How Shy Iland Rebuilt Through Handbags | Emily Blumenthal & Shy Iland

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Emily Blumenthal
Host of Handbag Designer 101, handbag industry expert

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Quality host and guests + feedback

    I have been searching for a handbag podcast to learn about the industry and this is exactly what i was looking for. The podcast is very informational and it is amazing how you can tell the host is highly informed and passionate about fashion, fashion history, and business. I also enjoy the variety and quality of guests and stories. My only feedback would be that at times the host will cut the guest off (not intentionally) to add a comment or to share a related story and I feel that it cuts off t... more

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    5
    ddddfad
    United States3 years ago
  • Very Educational & Inspiring

    I love to tune in to learn and get inspired as a Handbag Designer .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eldrewsfjfc12345
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the depth on fashion business and design craft.
A strong learning resource for handbag designers and fashion entrepreneurs.
Some feedback notes that the host occasionally interrupts guests, but content is consistently informative.
Engaging host and high-quality guests with actionable insights.

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The Psychology Behind Why We Buy Handbags with the Lazy Thrifter | Jeremy Carr & Emily Blumenthal
Q: Or do you just like roll with whatever topic you're on?
The host and guest acknowledge a flexible approach, with a balance of planned themes and spontaneous takes to keep the content engaging.
The Psychology Behind Why We Buy Handbags with the Lazy Thrifter | Jeremy Carr & Emily Blumenthal
Q: How did the bags content come to be? And how did you decide? Do you decide strategically on what to talk about?
He describes developing topics around bags strategically, leaning into topics that provoke strong emotional reactions and engagement, including conversations about logos and brand status.
The Psychology Behind Why We Buy Handbags with the Lazy Thrifter | Jeremy Carr & Emily Blumenthal
Q: So this is interesting. So we could get into the ins and outs of how you ended up doing this, but I really want to talk about how you decided, okay, I'm throwing myself into this fashion element, but let's talk bags.
Jeremy explains his pivot into handbag content from his broader interest in brand psychology and his aim to entertain as well as inform, building a niche around bags as a lens on culture and consumer behavior.
Beyond Hype: Syl Tang on Sustainability, Strategy, and the Future of Accessories | Emily Blumenthal & Syl Tang
Q: How does your work connect to fashion and handbags?
By forecasting broad trends and systemic shifts, I help brands anticipate material choices, supply chain realities, and consumer behavior, so they can design with a 10-15 year horizon in mind.
Beyond Hype: Syl Tang on Sustainability, Strategy, and the Future of Accessories | Emily Blumenthal & Syl Tang
Q: What is a futurist, Syl?
A futurist blends economics and marketing to track external factors—climate, geopolitics, technology—that will affect a company or government's ability to function, beyond its immediate vertical interests.

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The series centers on the business, design, and storytelling of handbag brands, featuring designer founders, sourcing and manufacturing experts, and industry insiders. Across episodes, listeners hear candid journeys from concept to scale, including sustainable materials, ethical production, luxury brand building, and navigating global supply chains. The show consistently blends practical entrepreneurship lessons with deep dives into craft, trend forecasting, and retail strategy, making it a valuable resource for aspiring designers, brand builders, and fashion executives seeking actionable insights from experienced guests. A standout thread is the emphasis on authenticity, narrative-driven branding, and the realities of manufacturing and dis... more

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4. Lale Boz
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