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

Emily Blumenthal
Fashion
Handbags
Entrepreneurship
Handbag Design
Social Media Marketing
Fashion Industry
FTL Bags
Martania Handbags
Fashion Design
Manufacturing
Kickstarter
3D Printing
Public Relations
Investment Banking
Color Palette
Fashion Media
Content Creation
Identity Verification
Entrupy
Immigrant Experience

What does it take to create an iconic handbag brand? Each week, Emily Blumenthal—author of Handbag Designer 101 and founder of The Handbag Awards—dives deep into the stories behind the handbags we love. From world-renowned designers and rising stars to industry executives shaping the retail landscape, Handbag Designer 101 brings you the inside scoop on the creativity, craftsmanship, and business s... more

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Dana Auslander
Founder of Luxus and expert in luxury handbag investment
Luxus
Episode: The Birkin Playbook: Inside Handbags as an Asset Class | Emily Blumenthal & Dana Auslander
Rafael Antonio Enrique de la Vega Sanchez de los Sada
Co-founder and CEO of Salt Athletic
Salt Athletic
Episode: How Salt Athletic Became the Cleat Bag Athletes Want (and Parents Trust) | Emily Blumenthal & Rafael de la Vega
Dr. Jessica Quillin
PhD in 19th century British literature, and expert in fashion strategy.
It's a Working Title, Fashion Strategy Weekly
Episode: Dr. Jessica Quillin & The Power of Cohesive Luxury Brand Storytelling | Emily Blumenthal & Dr. Jessica Quillin
Adriana Castro
Founder of the Adriana Castro handbag brand, focusing on sustainable production and storytelling
Adriana Castro
Episode: 🎙️ Carrying Craft and Clarity: How Adriana Castro Built a Lasting Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Adriana Castro
Joy Gryson
An independent handbag designer and co-founder of her own brand.
House of Joy
Episode: Quitting Marc Jacobs to Create an Iconic Brand: The Story of Joy Gryson | Emily Blumenthal & Joy Gryson
Cathy Schwartz-Shino
Expert in handbag licensing and design, founder of Edit Accordingly
Edit Accordingly
Episode: Inside the Handbag Machine: How Cathy Schwartz-Shino Defines Real Brand Power | Emily Blumenthal & Cathy Schwartz-Shino
Karen Giberson
President of the Accessory Council and industry expert
Accessory Council
Episode: From Macy’s to QVC: Karen Giberson’s Accessories’ Journey | Emily Blumenthal & Karen Giberson
Julie Deane
Founder of The Cambridge Satchel Company
The Cambridge Satchel Company
Episode: Julie Deane’s Tale from Kitchen Table to British Handbag Empire: The Creation of The Cambridge Satchel Company Part 1 | Emily Blumenthal & Julie Deane
Jimena Suarez
Environmental lawyer and founder of the vegan handbag brand From Sentient
From Sentient
Episode: From Courtroom to Catwalk: Jimena Suarez’s Vegan Handbag Revolution | Emily Blumenthal & Jimena Suarez

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 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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    ddddfad
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Educational & Inspiring

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

    Apple Podcasts
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    Eldrewsfjfc12345
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, listeners find it inspiring and motivational for those interested in starting their own handbag brands.
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Scaling Smarter with Nicole Levy from Baikal Handbag Manufacturing | Emily Blumenthal & Nicole Levy
Q: When should brands consider looking into overseas production?
Some clients need to go overseas from the beginning while others can start locally based on their price point.
Scaling Smarter with Nicole Levy from Baikal Handbag Manufacturing | Emily Blumenthal & Nicole Levy
Q: What do you say to designers about how many bags to start with?
I usually say start with three or four. Development is not cheap, it takes time, so you really want to launch soon.
🎙️ Carrying Craft and Clarity: How Adriana Castro Built a Lasting Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Adriana Castro
Q: How did you handle the pricing of your bags?
Adriana discusses the importance of finding a balance between personal connection to her designs and market viability.
🎙️ Carrying Craft and Clarity: How Adriana Castro Built a Lasting Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Adriana Castro
Q: How did all this come to be?
Adriana shares her experiences, beginning with her passion for supporting indigenous communities and the technical aspects of creating handbags.
Become the “It Bag” creator of Nigeria with Zashadu’s Zainab Ashadu
Q: How did you navigate the evolution of costing and shipping?
Zainab explains how she began selling internationally by leveraging her blog and finding efficient shipping methods, including local services.

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2. Rafael Antonio Enrique de la Vega Sanchez de los Sada
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