Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry Icons
Emily BlumenthalMaster 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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 144 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessEntrepreneurshipArtsFashion & Beauty | |||
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What happens when the retail world you built no longer works? In this episode, Shy Iland, founder of Daisy Rose and former owner of the indie-boutique chain Big Drop, shares how the 2008 financial crisis reshaped his entire approach to fashion. After... more
What happens when a strong handbag concept collides with the realities of pricing, production, and scale? In this episode, Alexandra Satine—former handbag designer and founder of YourCohort—shares her journey from creative ambition to business reinve... more
What happens when handbag design stops being just about trends and starts confronting bigger questions—materials, sustainability, and what happens after the hype fades? In this episode, Syl Tang joins us to unpack how the accessories world is shiftin... more
What happens when fashion stops following one trend cycle and splinters into thousands of micro-movements? We sit down with fashion editor Ilia Sib Zvalli to unpack why the old model of seasonal “must-haves” is breaking down—and what that means for d... more
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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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I love to tune in to learn and get inspired as a Handbag Designer .
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Apple Podcasts | #20 | United States/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #193 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #156 |  Canada/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
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Apple Podcasts | #166 |  Australia/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
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The show centers on brand storytelling, design craft, and business strategy in the luxury handbag space. Episodes feature designers, founders, and industry experts who share insights on color, material sourcing, manufacturing, authentication, and sustainable storytelling, along with practical guidance for building, marketing, and scaling handbag brands. A recurring thread is the tension between artisanal craft and growth, and the value of domestic production, transparent supply chains, and education as a path to lasting brand value. Noteworthy moments include hands-on discussions of authenticity, sourcing networks, and go-to-market tactics, plus a recurring emphasis on community, mentorship, and masterclass-style guidance for aspiring desig... more
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1. Syl Tang
2. Ilia Sybil Sdralli
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