Sounds Like A Cult

The Cult of High Fashion

Dec 12, 2023
Exploring the secretive world of high fashion, this podcast delves into its cult-like behavior and elitism. It discusses the influence of fashion on individuals and society, the power structure of the industry, and the impact of high fashion designers. The podcast also explores post-lockdown fashion trends, the concept of coolness, and the influence of fashion trends on individuals. It concludes with a discussion on the control exerted by large players in the industry and the cult-like aspects of high fashion events.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

High Fashion's Corporate Power

  • High fashion is much more than unique garments; it's a massive corporate industry driven by conglomerates like LVMH.
  • This industry sells exclusivity but primarily profits from mass-marketed items like perfumes and sweatpants.
ANECDOTE

Backstage Fashion Week Misstep

  • Isa Medina once attended New York Fashion Week backstage wearing a bright blue thrifted outfit and felt completely out of place.
  • She was harshly told "move it blue," exemplifying the exclusivity and severity of the fashion cult.
INSIGHT

No Pockets, More Handbags

  • Historically, women's clothing lacked pockets deliberately to force the purchase of handbags.
  • Handbags symbolize status, showing you don't need to carry essentials yourself, reflecting privilege in fashion.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app