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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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In this episode, Victoria sits down with Rebecca Hessel Cohen, founder of LoveShackFancy. They discuss how Rebecca went from working as a fashion editor at Cosmopolitan to building one of the most recognizable brands in fashion. Rebecca shares the st... more

In this episode, Victoria sits down with Colby Mitchell, founder of Swan Beauty, the AI beauty tech startup that went viral after sponsoring Acquired Style’s bachelorette trip. They discuss the strategy behind the partnership, the inbound after the t... more

In this episode, Victoria sits down with Giovanni Vaccaro, co-founder of GlamSquad, to talk about the future of beauty and how access is changing everything. What used to be reserved for celebrities and top influencers, getting your hair and makeup d... more

In this episode, Victoria sits down with Sali Christeson, founder and CEO of Argent, to discuss what it really takes to build a fashion brand over the long term. Sally shares her path from tech to launching Argent, and how a gap in the workwear marke... more

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Colby Mitchell
Founder of Swan Beauty
Swan Beauty
Episode: The Brand Behind Acquired Style’s Viral Bachelorette Trip: Swan Beauty
Giovanni Vaccaro
Founder of GlamSquad
GlamSquad
Episode: The Future of Beauty with Glamsquad founder Giovanni Vaccaro
Sali Christeson
Founder of Argent
Argent
Episode: Building a Brand That Means Something: Sali Christeson Founder of Argent
Klemen Drole
Chief Business Officer at Vestiaire Collective (formerly Chief Technology Officer)
Vestiaire Collective
Episode: Vestiaire Collective: the $1 Billion Resale Platform
Hannah Lizzy
Content creator based in New York; former corporate fashion worker
Independent content creator
Episode: The Business of Being an Influencer with Hannah Lizzy
Matilda Djerf
Founder of Djerf Avenue
Djerf Avenue
Episode: Matilda Djerf: Behind the Brand
Lauren Bartley
Chief Sustainability Officer at Ganni
Ganni
Episode: Ganni Chief Sustainability Officer Lauren Bartley
Kate March
Founder and designer of Undone by Kate, specializing in custom bridal and special occasion pieces.
Undone by Kate
Episode: COVID Side Hustle to the Red Carpet: Undone by Kate
Marina Larroudé
Co-founder of Larroudé, a modern women's shoe brand.
Larroudé
Episode: Marina Larroudé: Reinventing the Footwear Business Model

Host

Victoria Smith
Host of Fashion & Founders The Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 126 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 States8 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 States9 months 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
    5
    SarahRSeay
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise authenticity and depth of conversations

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Building a Brand That Means Something: Sali Christeson Founder of Argent
Q: How did COVID shape Argent's path, and what was the most pivotal move you made?
We pivoted away from store leases, furloughed staff, and leaned into a campaign with a non-profit that went viral, which effectively saved the year financially and increased brand visibility.
Building a Brand That Means Something: Sali Christeson Founder of Argent
Q: What were the realities of fundraising as a woman founder, and how did you navigate them?
Women face significant hurdles and sexism in the funding ecosystem; it required persistence, choosing the right partners, and building a team that believed in the vision rather than just offering a paycheck.
Building a Brand That Means Something: Sali Christeson Founder of Argent
Q: What drew you to raise venture capital for Argent, especially early on?
There was a high barrier to entry in fashion and a belief that funding would be necessary to achieve the big aspirational goals, plus a recognition that the business needed time to mature and scale beyond a bootstrap phase.
OOTD: Viral Fashion Content Strategy
Q: What advice would you give to aspiring creators hoping to monetize and scale?
Define the value you provide to brands, pursue partnerships proactively with persistent outreach, and focus on authenticity and consistency in content, while building a strong community and a capable tech-enabled operation to support growth.
OOTD: Viral Fashion Content Strategy
Q: What were the pivotal moments that fueled rapid growth?
Key moments included Coachella and Revol Festival which brought massive engagement, followed by strategic expansion to Europe and a shift to a broader creator network, accelerating growth.

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A long-form interview series at the intersection of fashion, technology, and capital, spotlighting founders, investors, and operators who are shaping the industry's next era. Episodes center on founder journeys, fundraising, product strategy, sustainability, and the evolving business of fashion, with notable focus on resilience during downturns, circular fashion, and the power of community. Unique strengths include deep-dive conversations, practical industry insights, and a candid look at leadership, manufacturing, and growth in fashion-adjacent spaces. This show is likely to appeal to aspiring founders, investors, and professionals seeking strategic, real-world guidance from leaders who've built scalable fashion ventures and platforms.

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