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Fashion Industry
Noosh
Solly Little
Problem Solving
Marketing and Ads
New York Fashion Week
London
Milan
Paris
Fosho Petite
Inclusive Fashion
Product Development and Manufacturing
The Fashion Startup Academy
Manufacturing
Tech Packs
Fashion Startup
Barbara Chowaniec
Direct-To-Consumer
Brand Foundations
Sustainable Materials

The go-to podcast for first-time founders who want to start a clothing brand and do it right. Hosted by Michelle Ramsay, The Fashion Expert® - fashion designer and startup mentor with 20 years of industry experience. Each episode covers the real startup journey - from brand foundations and product development to manufacturing, marketing, and launch. Whether you're still in the idea stage or alread... more

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Latest Episodes

Starting a clothing brand but not sure where to actually begin? In this first episode of the Founder Prep School series, I break down the one step almost every first-time fashion founder skips, and why it's the difference between a brand that lasts a... more

From first idea to first collection: the real story behind building a children's fashion brand from scratch

If you've ever thought about starting a clothing brand but had no idea where to begin - or felt that creeping doubt of "who do I think I am t... more

The secret nobody tells you when starting a clothing brand

If you're dreaming about launching a fashion brand but feel like you keep going in circles - or you've already started and something just isn't clicking - this episode is going to make a lot... more

In this episode of The Fashion Startup, I’m joined by Gal Golander, founder and CEO of Noosh, to talk about what it really takes to start a fashion brand from scratch and build a product-led business in a competitive market. We cover product developm... more

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Recent Guests

Sabrina Campbell
Founder of Solly Little, a children's nightwear brand
Solly Little
Episode: Ep21: The real story of building a children's clothing brand from scratch
Gal Golander
CEO and founder of Noosh
Noosh
Episode: Ep19: Starting A Product Led Fashion Brand | Gal Golander On Building Noosh
Barbara Chowaniec
Founder of Fosho Petite, Dublin-based petite womenswear brand
Fosho Petite
Episode: Ep17: How To Launch A Petite Womenswear Brand

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Michelle Ramsay
Host and founder of The Fashion Startup; described as a fashion expert and mentor with deep industry experience.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Concise,informative and intriguing

    Loved listening to this series as it really made me stop think and think.going to suggest it to my students so they can have a well rounded view of the fashion world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bluemutha77
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Amazing!

    So glad I found this podcast.

    Michelle really knows her stuff.

    Absolutely fantastic!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KC9hdhdj
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Michelle’s podcast is packed with so much great advice for anyone wanting to start their own fashion brand! I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lynsey38
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Super insightful!

    So glad I came across this. Fantastic place to start for someone starting out on their fashion journey; can’t wait for the next pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCF_12
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Fabulous resource for startups!

    This was just what I was searching for as a newbie to the whole fashion scene. Full of great tips for people like me who are just starting out with my clothing line.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kittypoo1
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The show is seen as a solid starting point for new fashion founders and designers.
The host is perceived as knowledgeable and experienced in the fashion industry.
Listeners appreciate the founder-focused guidance and actionable steps.
Episodes are a practical resource for anyone starting a fashion brand, with useful tips on production and branding.

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Ep21: The real story of building a children's clothing brand from scratch
Q: What advice would you give to someone in the very early idea stage?
Talk about it as if it will happen, not just as an idea, and avoid overthinking industry jargon; get guidance early to avoid wasted time and money.
Ep21: The real story of building a children's clothing brand from scratch
Q: What sparked the idea to start Solly Little and focus on children's nightwear?
Sabrina explains that after becoming a mum and noticing the lack of sleepwear that felt special, well-made, and not mass-produced, she wanted to create a brand with a timeless, nostalgic aesthetic in small batches using organic materials.

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This show targets first-time fashion founders with practical, no-nonsense guidance on turning an idea into a brand. Across episodes, listeners hear founder stories and actionable steps on brand foundations, product development, manufacturing, marketing, and launch. Notable strengths include candid industry anecdotes, emphasis on staying customer-focused, and frameworks that help founders avoid common missteps when sourcing factories, creating tech packs, and planning pre-launch momentum. The program often highlights mentorship, hands-on lessons, and realistic timelines, making it a practical resource for anyone building a fashion brand, especially in the early stages.

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