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The Business of Fashion Podcast

The Business of Fashion
Fashion Industry
Sustainability
Luxury Fashion
Chanel
Dior
E-Commerce
Social Media
Luxury Market
Tariffs
Luxury Fashion Industry
Gucci
Nike
Luxury Brands
Fashion
Consumer Behavior
Artificial Intelligence
Beauty Industry
Fashion Week
Creativity
Sephora

The Business of Fashion has gained a global following as an essential daily resource for fashion creatives, executives and entrepreneurs in over 200 countries. It is frequently described as “indispensable,” “required reading” and “an addiction.”

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Latest Episodes

This week, by popular demand, we are back for the third installment of Ask Me Anything, where listeners from around the world send in their most pressing questions about what is happening in the fashion business.

This time, the conversation jumps of... more

A $15,000 mechanical bird named Molly has become an unlikely flashpoint for retail. After pop star Kelly Clarkson accused Brooklyn boutique Art of Play of treating her “like Julia Roberts’ character” in Pretty Woman, the dispute ignited a much bigger... more

Tim Blanks, editor-at-large at The Business of Fashion, joins Imran Amed for their seasonal review of the Spring/Summer 2027 shows.

In London, Simone Rocha and Erdem delivered what Blanks calls career heights, and Christopher Kane made his debut at... more

Fashion's biggest wave of creative-director musical chairs is now a year or so in, and the early read is starting to emerge. Over a dozen major houses have brought in new leadership, and while the broader luxury market is still sluggish, the areas de... more

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Recent Guests

Matthieu Blazy
Creative director, Chanel (season context and research process)
Chanel
Episode: How Independent Thinking Powered the Spring/Summer 2027 Shows
Miuccia Prada
Creative force behind Prada, featured in BOF coverage
Prada
Episode: How Independent Thinking Powered the Spring/Summer 2027 Shows
Marc Jacobs
Founder and designer of Marc Jacobs, former LVMH partner, current owner of Marc Jacobs brand
Marc Jacobs International
Episode: Marc Jacobs: 'I Don't Think That The Creative Is to Blame'
Emily Sundberg
Founder and editor of Feed Me newsletter
Feed Me
Episode: Feed Me's Emily Sundberg on How Fashion Underestimates Its Customers
Haley Crawford
BoF Marketing Correspondent
Business of Fashion
Episode: Fashion’s Latest Obsession: The Grocery Store
Christopher Kane
Designer; Mulberry creative director for Women's Wear
Mulberry
Episode: Christopher Kane: Mulberry’s Heritage Is a Foundation, Not a Limitation
Colleen Allen
Founder and designer of a self-funded women's wear label
Colleen Allen label
Episode: Why Colleen Allen Turns Away Retailers That Won't Pay Deposits
W. David Marx
Author and BoF contributor, longtime observer of Tokyo fashion and culture
Author; BoF contributor
Episode: W. David Marx: Fashion Is Bigger Than Ever — but Worse at Rewarding Invention
James Whitner
Founder of The Whitaker Group; builds A Ma Maniére, Social Status, and related ventures
The Whitaker Group
Episode: Inside James Whitner's Purpose-First Retail Playbook

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Wool comes from sheep not cows; can you correct on the podcast?

    It is great to hear consumers are finally engaging more in learning what their clothes are made of.

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    kimnuknuk
    United States3 months ago
  • Modern Professionalism

    I’ve been a keen listener for past two years and love the care and professionalism of each episode.

    I’ve learnt so much and also found the podcast calms me (which is an added bonus).

    Many thanks to all involved, we appreciate your efforts, as hopefully other people appreciate ours.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nicola Adams
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Few female voices

    I’m tired of listening to men discussing and opining on clothes made for women.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lazerwilco
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Brian is unbearable.

    Love this podcast by Brian is unbearable and feels very elitist.

    Apple Podcasts
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    AndyMoOz
    United States7 months ago
  • We need the videos for the podcast.

    Please, we need the videos here on Apple podcast like you do on Spotify or YouTube.

    Apple Podcasts
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    humbertolongoriaa
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise professionalism and deep industry insight across episodes.
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Quality interviews with renowned editors and designers are a recurring positive theme.
Some critiques note a lack of diverse voice representation in guest lineups.

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The Verdict on Luxury Fashion’s Designer Reset
Q: Balenciaga seems poised for a leadership shift; what are the risks and potential outcomes you foresee?
Balenciaga faces high risk if the leadership transition isn't carefully managed. The brand would benefit from maintaining the strong human-centric, craft-focused messaging while ensuring the new leadership fully commits to a cohesive plan that aligns with market expectations, rather than a rapid, mismatched pivot.
The Verdict on Luxury Fashion’s Designer Reset
Q: Which brand do you think has the clearest path forward and why?
Chanel stands out for a coherent, accessible progression that combines craft, silhouette clarity, and approachable wearability, creating momentum that can be sustained with continued innovation without losing the core identity.
The Verdict on Luxury Fashion’s Designer Reset
Q: Can you tell us what you have been watching this season in terms of the major houses' creative director changes?
The season shows a mix of clear gains and ongoing questions. Chanel is displaying a strong, immediate impact with Blazy's design language; Gucci is redefining its core with a bold, media-savvy approach under Demna; Dior is dialing down excess to balance concept with wearable appeal, while others like Celine and Loewe are stabilizing and evolving, avoiding a drastic break from their legacies.
Feed Me's Emily Sundberg on How Fashion Underestimates Its Customers
Q: What makes your audience, the 'smart readers,' different from others?
Emily emphasizes readers who understand business and media dynamics, who can critically engage with content, and who expect editors to think independently and edit aggressively to sharpen insights.
Feed Me's Emily Sundberg on How Fashion Underestimates Its Customers
Q: How do you balance the editorial with the business side, especially with advertisers and brand partnerships?
She explains working with authentic brands she already uses, the importance of editor and reader trust, and that ads can coexist with a strong editorial voice without compromising readers.

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A thoughtful deep-dive into fashion business, design, retail, and technology, with interviews that balance industry analysis, founder stories, and critiques of brand strategy. Episodes frequently explore how data, sustainability, and digital tools reshape fashion—from AI-assisted image making and influencer economics to independent retail and couture narratives. Noteworthy is the mix of veteran editors and high-profile designers or founders who bring practical insights, candid reflections, and forward-looking bets about the industry's future. The show often centers on real-world lessons for brands, retailers, and professionals seeking to navigate a rapidly evolving market while maintaining craft, storytelling, and human connection.

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Recent guests on The Business of Fashion Podcast include:

1. Matthieu Blazy
2. Miuccia Prada
3. Marc Jacobs
4. Emily Sundberg
5. Haley Crawford
6. Christopher Kane
7. Colleen Allen
8. W. David Marx

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