Clothing Brief Ep 29 | Zegna Group, Black Friday and Human Made
Release Date: 03/03/2026
Lessons From 26 Years in the Fashion Industry
Clothing Coulture
What does it really take to build a successful apparel company that can solve problems across every corner of the fashion industry? In this season five finale of Clothing Coulture, hosts Emily Lane and Bret Schnitker pull back the curtain on the story behind Stars Design Group and the lessons learned from nearly three decades in apparel manufacturing, sourcing, product development, and consulting. From launching the company after leaving a major retailer to building a global manufacturing network spanning multiple product categories and countries, Bret shares how adaptability, expertise, and...
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Clothing Brief Ep 34 | Valentino, Pitti Uomo and Couch x Sims 4
Clothing Coulture
Date: 1/20/2026 Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss the death of Valentino, this year's Pittio Uomo, Couch x Sims 4, and more. #clothingbrief #fashionnews
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Clothing Brief Ep 33 | NRF Summit, High Profits, and Saks
Clothing Coulture
Date: 1/13/2026 Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. #clothingbrief #fashionnews
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Clothing Brief Ep 32 | Fabletics, Louis Vuitton, and China Tariffs
Clothing Coulture
Date: 1/6/2026 Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. #clothingbrief #fashionnews
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How Fashion Brands Source Overseas the Right Way
Clothing Coulture
Why do so many apparel brands manufacture offshore, and what does it actually take to do it right? In this episode of Clothing Coulture, Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane break down the realities of global sourcing, from shrinking U.S. production capacity to the hidden costs and risks brands often overlook. They explain why offshore manufacturing remains essential for many brands due to labor costs, infrastructure, scale, and consumer price expectations. The conversation also dives into how different countries specialize in different product categories, why diversification across sourcing regions...
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Merino Wool Is More Than Luxury, It’s a U.S. Opportunity
Clothing Coulture
What if the future of luxury fashion starts on a sheep farm in Missouri? In this fascinating field episode, Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane visit Mesta Meadows Ranch with founder Ed Crowley to explore why Merino wool may be one of fashion’s most undervalued premium materials. From live sheep shearing to fiber science, sustainability, traceability, and American manufacturing opportunities, this conversation connects agriculture directly to the future of apparel. Ed breaks down why Merino wool outperforms synthetics through thermal regulation, moisture wicking, odor resistance, durability, and...
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Why Fashion Needs a Voice in Washington with Hilary Jochmans
Clothing Coulture
In this enlightening episode of Clothing Coulture, hosts Emily Lane and Bret Schnitker delve into the intricate dynamics of fashion policy with Hilary Jochmans, the founder of Politically in Fashion. The conversation navigates the complexities of advocacy within the sector and the crucial role of legislative education in the evolving landscape of fashion. With the congressional session in full swing, the timing is perfect for brands and individuals to engage in dialogue about sustainable practices, labor rights, and the global supply chain. Hilary Jochmans spotlights the necessity for...
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Deborah Weinswig on the Future of Retail and AI
Clothing Coulture
Technology is transforming retail faster than ever, but the brands that win will be the ones that combine innovation with human connection. In this episode of Clothing Coulture, Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane welcome back Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, to explore how AI, supply chain shifts, and evolving consumer behavior are reshaping the retail landscape. Drawing on insights from her work at Coresight Research, Deborah reflects on the biggest takeaways from 2025 and what brands and retailers should prepare for in 2026. From tariffs and major retail bankruptcies to...
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Clothing Brief Ep 30 | Versace, Stella McCartney and Pantone's Color of the Year
Clothing Coulture
Date: 12/9/2025 Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss changes at Versace, Stella McCartney x H&M, and Pantone's Color of the Year.
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Clothing Brief Ep 29 | Zegna Group, Black Friday and Human Made
Clothing Coulture
Date: 11/25/2025 Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss changes at Zegna Group, Black Friday, Human Made IPO, and more. #clothingbrief #fashionnews
info_outlineDate: 11/25/2025
Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business.
This week, Bret and Emily discuss changes at Zegna Group, Black Friday, Human Made IPO, and more.
#clothingbrief #fashionnews