Is Circularity Just a Buzzword in Fashion? | Fashion Made S4E10
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In this episode, we sit down with Tabea van Lier to explore the realities behind fashion’s circularity claims. From merch overproduction to fiber recovery and sustainability fatigue, Tabea shares candid insights on what’s working—and what’s just greenwashing.
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Is AI Helping to Create Fashions Operating System? | Fashion Made S4E9
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In this episode of Fashion Made, we’re joined by Jordan Taylor, Co-Founder & CEO of VIZCOM, live in front of an audience at PI Apparel Europe in Lake Maggiore, Milan. Jordan shares his unconventional journey from automotive design to fashion innovation, and how AI is reshaping the creative process. From accelerating workflows to democratizing design and turning sketches into physical products in record time, Jordan dives into how VIZCOM is empowering the next generation of creators.
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Protecting the Creative Environment During Periods of Technological Growth | Fashion Made S4E8
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In this special live episode of Fashion Made, recorded in front of a studio audience at Lake Maggiore, Italy, Rana Sidahmed, VP of Creative + Marketing at Avery Dennison, joins host Stephen Downey from PI Apparel for an insightful conversation on creativity, innovation, and the role of AI in fashion.
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Why Smart Merchandising Still Wins in an Uncertain World | Fashion Made S4E7
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In this episode, Kiera Ganann, SVP/Global GM Ralph Lauren Sleepwear & Intimates at Delta Galil, shares what it takes to lead merchandising for fashion's most iconic brands. With over 20 years at the intersection of creativity and commerce, Kiera unpacks why smart merchandising wins in uncertain times - from AI's growing role and evolving consumer expectations to the pressure of tariffs and the power of long-term thinking in building brands that last.
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What If the Factory Was Next Door? With Elias Stahl | Fashion Made S4E6
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In this episode, Elias Stahl, founder of Hilos, shares his bold vision for reshaping the footwear industry through sustainable, on-demand manufacturing. Speaking from the heart of Portland’s Old Town, Elias explains how his work with Hilos and the development of the "Made in Old Town" manufacturing innovation campus is breathing new life into America's industrial roots.
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Sanne Schoenmaker on Why Fashion Needs More Engineers Than Influencers | Fashion Made S4E5
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In this episode of FASHION MADE, we talk with Sanne Schoenmaker, co-founder of Tech Tailors, about automation in pattern making, sustainability, and the future of tech talent in fashion. Don't miss this insightful conversation!
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AI, Trade Wars & Supply Chain Resilience with Nick Vyas | Fashion Made S4E4
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Nick Vyas, Executive Director at USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute, explores how AI, blockchain, and new regulations are reshaping global trade. From eliminating inefficiencies to combating counterfeits in fashion, this is a must-listen for anyone in fashion tech & innovation.
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Merging 3D Printing & Textiles for Sustainable Fashion | Fashion Made S4E3
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Garrett Gerson, co-founder of Variant 3D, shares how his company is transforming fashion by bridging digital design with physical production. From eliminating waste to enabling designers to create from anywhere, Variant 3D is redefining how apparel and footwear are made.
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The Everlasting Pursuit of Sustainable Footwear with Domagoj Boljar | Fashion Made S4E2
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Join us as we talk to Domagoj Boljar, CEO & Co-Founder of Earthbound™ Sneakers by Miret, about revolutionizing the footwear industry with sustainable, 97% bio-based sneakers. Miret is tackling ecological and human health challenges while empowering brands with innovative, eco-friendly solutions.
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Pau Almar on AI, Supply Chains, and Industry Secrets | Fashion Made S4E1
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Welcome to the Season 4 premiere of Fashion Made! In this exciting first episode, host Stephen Downey sits down with Pau Almar, Chief Operating Officer at LIMÉ, to discuss the future of fashion, innovation, and supply chain excellence. Drawing on his extensive experience at industry giants like Inditex and MANGO, Pau shares insights into game-changing strategies, the evolving role of AI, and the mindset that drives success in fast fashion.
info_outlineThe skills deficit is perhaps one of the biggest problems facing the industry today and will require a unique partnership between brands, manufacturers, academics and technology providers to overcome. Paola Bertola joins us from Politecnico di Milano to shed some light on the research they have done in this area to foster and deliver the appropriate skill set needed to operate within a digitally transformed fashion industry.