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Fashion & Founders The Podcast

Victoria Smith
Sustainable Fashion
Sustainability
Fashion Tech
Fashion Industry
Circular Fashion
Entrepreneurship
New York Fashion Week
Vintage Fashion
Fashion Technology
Community Engagement
Circular Economy
Fashion Rental
Americas Act
Fashion
Copenhagen Fashion Week
Threads Of Tech
World Collective
Ganni
Isle Of Monday
Internships

Fashion & Founders is a media platform exploring how fashion is actually built. Hosted by Victoria Smith, the show sits at the intersection of fashion, technology, and capital spotlighting the founders, investors, and operators shaping the industry’s next era.Through long-form conversations, we go beyond trends to unpack fundraising, manufacturing, resale, AI, sustainability, career, and the evo... more

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Latest Episodes

How did Ganni become a global name? Is Ganni a sustainable fashion brand? What innovation is needed for fashion brands?

Recorded live at Copenhagen Fashion Week at 1Hotel Copenhagen, Victoria sits down with GANNI co-founder Nicolaj Reffstrup  to tal... more

What is trend forecasting? How are fashion trends predicted? How do brands predict what consumers will want years before it happens? 

In this episode, we go inside WGSN, one of the world's leading trend forecasting companies, to explore how fashion ... more

What business school won’t teach you about luxury. How do you work in luxury fashion? This is inside LVMH's playbook. 

This week, I'm joined by Pauline Brown, former Chairwoman of LVMH North America, Harvard Business School professor, and author of ... more

What does a creative director in fashion do? How do I get a job in fashion? What is fashion school actually like? Hear from Michelle Ochs, the Creative Director at Hervé Léger. 

In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to build a career i... more

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Victoria Smith
Host of Fashion & Founders The Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • my go to for fashion conversations

    Truly one of my favourite podcasts to learn more about leaders in the industry and what is driving the fashion community. It’s so apparent that Victoria and her guests have a passion for each topic - keep killing it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cutieepie16480
    United States10 months ago
  • For more than just the fashion girlies!

    I absolutely love this podcast– Victoria is intelligent, authentic, and so knowledgeable. I get so many insights into the lives of entrepreneurs and valuable advice that transcends the fashion industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cg.creativv
    United Statesa year ago
  • The next big thing

    Truly one of my favorite podcasts. Such a revolutionary idea. I love how empowering it is for female founders and the next generation of Women in business!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PlanetAjay
    United Statesa year ago
  • Elevating Founders’ Voices—Victoria Does It Best

    Being a guest on the Fashion & Founders podcast was such an incredible experience. Victoria is not only a gracious and thoughtful host, but also deeply informed and genuinely passionate about the space. Her questions were smart, layered, and made me reflect on aspects of my journey I hadn’t articulated before. She has an intuitive understanding of where fashion and tech are heading, and it made for such an engaging and energizing conversation. I left feeling inspired and honored to be part of a ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dihvinm
    United Statesa year ago
  • My Favorite Podcast

    I absolutely love Fashion & Founders The Podcast ❤️! Victoria is an incredible host delivering awesome guests, fashion advice, and tech based content to her listeners. This podcast truly goes above and beyond to deliver quality and unique content! I would recommend this podcast in a heartbeat.

    Apple Podcasts
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    SarahRSeay
    United Statesa year ago

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ShopMy provides transparent data, actionable metrics, and an open platform that pairs authentic creators with relevant brands, reducing friction and enabling real revenue through affiliate and gifting mechanisms.
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Q: How can someone best set themselves up to get gifting, paid opportunities, and work with brands on ShopMy?
Be authentic, start by showing genuine interest in brands, use quick product links, and demonstrate consistent activity and actual recommendations rather than just posting for the sake of visibility.
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Q: What do brands want from creators?
Brands want creators who fit their goals, whether it's shaping culture, influencing taste, or driving direct sales, and they need creators to articulate these goals so campaigns can be tailored accordingly.
LoveShackFancy: Fashion Editor to Empire with Rebecca Hessel Cohen
Q: Is there a resource recommendation you have?
Travel and immersion in culture are more valuable than books alone; expose yourself to different cities, museums, and markets to fuel creativity and understanding of diverse consumer perspectives.
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Q: Do you have a fashion industry misconception?
The misconception is that fashion has to be overly serious; you can break some rules, have fun, and still deliver high-quality, story-driven fashion.

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This show blends fashion, technology, and business through long-form conversations with founders, operators, and investors shaping the industry's next era. Episodes frequently explore fundraising, brand building, sustainability, resale, creator economies, and innovative collaborations, with a strong emphasis on real-world stories, practical strategies, and authentic partnerships. Notable quirks include a founder-first perspective, a focus on female-led initiatives, and a penchant for unpacking how ideas scale—from initial concepts to enduring brands and ecosystems.

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