The Glossy Podcast

In this episode, emerging designer Jackson Wiederhoeft discusses participating in NYFW, the perks of being named an interim CFDA member, and the significance of mentors and the bridal business in the fashion industry.

The CEO of a luxury retailer discusses leveraging marketing and networking opportunities during New York Fashion Week. They also explore the benefits of fashion week, including networking, brand partnerships, and organic marketing. Additionally, they discuss leveraging muses in the fashion industry and the changing landscape of fashion.

Serial entrepreneur Marcia Kilgore discusses her journey from selling her first business to launching FitFlop, a groundbreaker in footwear engineering. She reflects on her traits as a successful entrepreneur and shares insights into creating successful business ideas. Kilgore also talks about the rapid expansion of FitFlop, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the process of growing teams and finding the perfect CEO.

Discusses Kylie Jenner's potential launch of a luxury brand with Jens and Emma Grede. Talks about Rolex's acquisition of Bucherer and the struggles facing Lanvin. Explores the challenges and changes in the fashion industry, including attracting young shoppers and using influencers.

LoveShackFancy's tenth year in business has been a busy one. This month alone, the fashion brand has launched a product collaboration with Gap and announced an expansion to the beauty category. Its first fragrance will hit Sephora stores on September 6, six days before its New York Fashion Week presentation-slash-party. It's safe to say that LoveShackFancy's feminine, flirty, vintage-inspired look has caught on. And steering its popularity is founder and creative director Rebecca Hessel Cohen. As she describes on this week's episode of the Glossy Podcast, her growth strategy for the brand includes "taking its iconic prints, colors and sensibility, and bringing it to life in different categories, price points and markets." Before Gap, LoveShackFancy's brand collaborators included Target, American Girl, Bogner and Ford Bronco, among others. And, following fragrance, there's no telling what categories the brand will tackle next."Our customers want [LoveShackFancy] wine, champagne, and even hotels and restaurants," Hessel Cohen said, referencing a recent social media poll by the brand. "So, you never know. It's just all exciting and fun — and sometimes, the more unexpected, the better."

On the Glossy Week in Review podcast, fashion reporter Danny Parisi and Glossy Pop reporter Sara Spruch-Feiner break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.On this week’s episode, we discuss Abercrombie & Fitch's comeback over the last few years, including its ability to shed the exclusive, elitist image it held in the 2000s. Later, we talk about community building in fashion and how brands are using live events to build loyalty.

Emily Oberg, Founder of Sporty & Rich, discusses changing the definition of success and her plans to create a Sporty & Rich country club. They also touch on the evolution of streetwear, the power of strong imagery in building a brand, and the challenges of controlling reselling. They explore the brand's international appeal and its diverse following from hypebeasts to health enthusiasts. Additionally, they talk about creating a healthy and balanced cafe experience.

This week's episode covers the acquisition of a Gen-Z underwear brand, the decline of a popular app, and a grocery store chain's entry into the sneaker market. They also discuss the challenges faced by young DTC brands and the rise of dupes and irony in fashion.

Neil Clifford, CEO of Kurt Geiger, discusses the brand's international expansion and success in North America. They talk about the state of luxury and fast fashion, the role of Steven Sousa in the company's growth, their plans for men's products, and the impact of private equity. They also touch on their admiration for the American dream and their commitment to supporting young people through the Kurt Geiger Foundation.

On the Glossy Week in Review podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and editor-in-chief Jill Manoff break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.This week, we talk about Allbirds struggling to stay on top of its declining sales, Victoria’s Secret going back to its old self with iconic models from its past and British celebrity stylists unionizing.