The Fashion and the Free Podcast is HERE!
Welcome to the Fashion and the Free podcast, the podcast for all things fashion!
Join Fashion Designer Emma Golley each week for fashion industry insights, stories and expertise from the real people in fashion.
Learn bite-sized tips and enjoy honest stories and conversations- going where no fashion expert has gone before.
If you like listening to this podcast, find us on instagram and tiktok @fashionandthefree
Episodes
Episodes
Fashion and the Free Podcast | Introduction
Let's get to know each other! Before we launch into our longer episodes, find out more about your host for the show- me, Emma Golley and why I feel this weekly dose of fashion chatter is essential for the industry.
17 August 2022
Episode 2 | Working In Fashion-What They Don’t Teach You In University & College
In this episode Emma lifts the lid on what it’s like working in fashion and the things they don’t teach you at university or college. She shares some of her industry insights, top tips and stories as well as going through some key fashion meetings that are important to clue up on when working in the industry.
24 August 2022
Episode 3| Staying True To Yourself In The Fashion Industry
LA Designer Sean Cabezas discuss’s how to stay true to yourself within the fashion industry and knowing when to stick to your gut. They share some of their industry insights, advice and stories, so sit back and enjoy!
31 August 2022
Episode 4 | New York Fashion Week and The Queen
In this episode Emma talks about what we’ve seen so far from the New York Fashion week shows as well as touching upon the sad recent events of the Queens passing and celebrating her style through the decades.
15 September 2022
Episode 5| Building An Ethical Slow Fashion Brand
Interview with Elena Brook-Hart Rodriguez, Founder of Handmade Stories, an ethical slow fashion brand.
22 September 2022
Episode 6| Yannik Zamboni On Life Since Making The Cut Season 3
In this episode Emma is joined by the winner of Making the Cut Season 3, Yannik Zamboni to talk about sustainable fashion, how his life has changed since winning the show and his journey in fashion.
21 October 2022
Episode 7| The History Of Fashion Week and SS23 Round Up
In this episode Emma talks about the History of Fashion week as well as providing you with a Spring Summer 2023 round up so you know what will be trending next year!
13 November 2022
Episode 8 | From Sketch To Shop Floor-How Your Clothes Are Made And The Role Of A Technical Designer
Have you ever stopped to think about the lengthy process your clothing goes through and all the people involved before you see it on a shop floor? Emma talks to Senior Technical Designer Damaris Barajas on her role in fashion as well as the process from a designer's first sketch to the finished product.
16 November 2022
Episode 9| The Challenges And Rewards Of Entrepreneur Life
Founder of Beyond The Ceremony and Freelance Designer Janice Lee joins Emma to talk about the challenges and rewards that come with being an entrepreneur in fashion. From launching your own label to being your own boss as a freelance designer.
2 December 2022
Episode 10 | Fashion Career Advice With Style Careers Founder Chris Kidd
Emma caught up with the Founder of Fashion job site Style Careers to find out what fashion recruiters & brands are currently looking for, how the job market has changed in the past few years and what steps you can take to ace your applications and interviews.
8 December 2022
Episode 11| Working In Fashion Abroad- Everything You Need To Know
In this episode Emma talks to Senior Designers Laura Flanagan and Mel Gilfoyle about their experiences and advice for working in fashion overseas.
12 January 2023
Episode 12 | How To Get Into Fashion Without A Fashion Degree
In this episode Emma talks to fashion expert Robyn Dombey to discuss the options available to anyone wanting to get into the fashion industry without a degree.
26 January 2023
Episode 13| 6 Important Roles In Fashion And The Skills You Need.
In this solo episode Emma highlights 6 important jobs in fashion that are necessary in creating a collection.
10 February 2023
Episode 14| What Makes A Fashion Brand Sustainable
Emma takes a deep dive into the world of sustainable fashion with CEO and Co-Founder of 1 Atelier, Stephanie Sarka.
09 March 2023
Episode 15| How To Get A Job At A Fashion Magazine
In this episode Emma is joined by Editor at Hearst UK, Sarah Ilston. Sarah provides us with amazing top tips and behind the scenes stories from her career in fashion and lifestyle magazines and online content.
07 April 2023
Episode 16| Fashion Revolution Week Special
In this episode Emma is joined by Ashleyn Przedwiecki and Madison PM Cline from Fashion Revolution US to discuss how we can all be a positive force for change in fashion and to find out more about their upcoming annual event, Fashion Revolution Week.
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