It’s 2010, and a series of deadly tragedies at factories in Bangladesh paint H&M and the fast fashion industry in a negative light. In response, the company doubles down on sustainability, launching a new eco-friendly line.
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Fast Fashion | Dress for Excess | 4
<p>It’s 2018, and H&M is drowning in billions of dollars worth of unsold inventory. Brick and mortar stores are struggling. But on the internet, Shein is thriving, capitalizing on social media trends to get desirable, ultra-cheap clothing made and into customers’ hands in a m ... Show More
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Jul 2024
Rapid Response: Why the fashion industry needs a makeover, with Imran Amed
<p>The fashion world is at a sudden inflection point. Big luxury players are struggling, e-commerce markets are floundering, and ultra-fast players like Shein are disrupting. The Business of Fashion’s Imran Amed takes us inside the tumult, providing a framework to understand the ... Show More
29m 52s
Aug 2023
Building Lego | Out of the Ashes | 1
<p>A small Danish toy company survives World War Two thanks to its quality craftsmanship, but behind the scenes all is not well. Despite its good reputation, Lego teeters on the edge of bankruptcy, and a choice to change production methods threatens to tear the family-owned compa ... Show More
35m 40s
Feb 2024
AMA: How To Get Into Fashion Week, Zac Posen x Gap, and More
<p>With a new era among us, I thought there was no time like the present to go back through the history books and share my favorite gems. In today's episode, I answer your questions from Instagram - from what really happens at fashion week, to how I landed a spot on the TODAY sho ... Show More
34m 43s
Sep 2023
Recapping NYFW and The Trends That Are About To Take Over Fashion
<p>I'm back from NYFW and sharing the best moments - from inside the Chanel Lucky Chance Diner, to THE double rainbow, to Tory Burch's Spring/Summer 2024 show. I also share what I think are primed to be fashion's biggest trends, the color of the season, and the new pieces I' ... Show More
31m 51s
Sep 2023
Eileen Fisher: Keep it simple to make it timeless
<p>Simplicity is notoriously difficult, but it’s key to iterating successfully — and staying relevant. Featuring cameos from entrepreneur superstar Daymond John, and Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom, this episode shares lessons from the timeless clothing brand, and its namesake ... Show More
35m 7s
Feb 2024
Welcome to Let's Get Dressed!
<p>Things look a little bit different around here, and I can't wait to show you around! Friend of a Friend got a major facelift and is now Let's Get Dressed, my new style show where you can find tips on personal style, designer interviews, industry BTS, and so much more. In ... Show More
28m 4s