
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
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 22 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

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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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.
So glad I found this podcast.
Michelle really knows her stuff.
Absolutely fantastic!!
Michelle’s podcast is packed with so much great advice for anyone wanting to start their own fashion brand! I highly recommend this podcast!
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.
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.
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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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Recent guests on The Fashion Startup include:
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2. Gal Golander
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