In episode 5 of the BFC Fashion Forum Podcast, the founder of Positive Retail, Anna Wood and founder of Aro Archive, Ariana Waiata Sheehan discuss the challenges that come with opening a retail space, together they navigate the world of retail and explore the importance of creating a good sense of community in store.Guests: Anna Wood and Ariana Waiata Sheehan.The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast explores topics that are impacting the creative industries. With knowledge sharing at its core, the podcast brings the creative community together and platforms the BFC network. Each episode brings a broad range of voices, sharing personal experiences on how they navigate the industry, while discussing the most pressing issues in fashion today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Philosophy of Fashion
Continuing to dive deeper into the multiple sections of fashion, season 6, episode 4 of the BFC Fashion Forum Podcast brings together #BFCFoundation designer, Kazna Asker, journalist and editor, Mahoro Seward, and model and actor Yasmin El Yassini, to delve into the philosophy of fashion, and exploring how we can find meaning in aesthetics.Guests: Kazna Asker, Mahoro Seward and Yasmin El Yassini.The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast explores topics that are impacting the creative industries. With knowledge sharing at its core, the podcast brings the creative community together and platforms the BFC network. Each episode brings a broad range of voices, sharing personal experiences on how they navigate the industry, while discussing the most pressing issues in fashion today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Catwalk Chronicles
In episode three of The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast, acclaimed designer Robert Wun, editor Karen Binns, and creative producer Charlotte Clark discuss the creative excellence and global impact of London Fashion Week. Together, they explore the artistry behind the shows, the collaborative spirit that drives the industry, and the city’s role as a hub for innovation and talent. From the craft of womenswear to the evolution of event production, this episode celebrates the dynamic energy shaping London’s fashion scene. Guests: Robert Wun, Karen Binns, Charlotte Clark. The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast explores topics that are impacting the creative industries. With knowledge sharing at its core, the podcast brings the creative community together and platforms the BFC network. Each episode brings a broad range of voices, sharing personal experiences on how they navigate the industry, while discussing the most pressing issues in fashion today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Collective Clarity
In this episode of The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast, Vanessa Belleau, Jamie Backshall, Helene Selam Kleigh, and Bella Webb discuss the impact of mental wellness on the fashion industry. Featuring insights from a BFC Scholar, the conversation highlights the lack of mental health resources in the industry and explores key areas for improvement.Guests: Vanessa Belleau, Jamie Backshall, Helene Selam Kleigh, Bella Webb.The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast explores topics that are impacting the creative industries. With knowledge sharing at its core, the podcast brings the creative community together and platforms the BFC network. Each episode brings a broad range of voices, sharing personal experiences on how they navigate the industry, while discussing the most pressing issues in fashion today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Decoding Queer Fashion
In the season opener of The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast, poet and trans visibility activist Kai-Isaiah Jamal, designers Jordan Bowen and Luca Marchetto of JORDANLUCA, cultural historian Fenella Hitchcock, and model, producer and photographer, Zorawar Waraich explore the role of fashion in shaping queer identity and expression in modern Britain. Together, they unpack how what we wear can be harnessed as a powerful medium for self-expression, exploring its connections to sexuality, psychology, and culture within the queer community. From the raw intensity of menswear to decolonisation through fashion, this episode uncovers the power of queer dress.Guests: Kai Isaiah Jamal, JORDANLUCA, Fenella Hitchcock, Zorawar Waraich.The BFC Fashion Forum Podcast explores topics that are impacting the creative industries. With knowledge sharing at its core, the podcast brings the creative community together and platforms the BFC network. Each episode brings a broad range of voices, sharing personal experiences on how they navigate the industry, while discussing the most pressing issues in fashion today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brought to you by the British Fashion Council, a series of conversations with designers and the broader creative community, all of whom play a vital role in the fashion industry’s culture and reputation, promoting British creativity on a global scale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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