Ep. 11 Jonathan Cohen: “We're not people who like to be comfortable”

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The Latinness Podcast

Latinness Podcast

17 episodes

9 months ago

Welcome to THE LATINNESS PODCAST, your window to the vibrant and diverse world of Latin America. We're a bilingual podcast that delves deep into the richness of this region, celebrating its unique charm. Through candid conversations with Latin creatives, we invite you on an exploration of the heart and soul of Latin America. LATINNESS is the brainchild of Cristina Cabarcos and Kelly Talamas, two journalists deeply connected to their Latin heritage with a shared mission to honor and promote the beauty of this region. Our journey is fueled by curiosity and a passion for uncovering the talent and cultural tapestry that define Latin America.

We will publish a new conversation every two weeks.

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Bienvenidos a THE LATINNESS PODCAST, tu ventana al vibrante y diverso mundo de América Latina. Somos un podcast bilingüe que se sumerge en la riqueza de esta región, celebrando su encanto. A través de conversaciones sinceras con creativos latinos, te invitamos a explorar el corazón y el alma de América Latina. LATINNESS es el fruto del esfuerzo de Cristina Cabarcos y Kelly Talamas, dos periodistas profundamente conectadas con su herencia latina y con la misión compartida de honrar y promover la belleza de esta región. Nuestro viaje está impulsado por la curiosidad y una pasión por descubrir el talento y el tapiz cultural que definen a América Latina.

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Ep. 11 Jonathan Cohen: “We're not people who like to be comfortable”

The Latinness Podcast

36 minutes

1 year ago

Ep. 11 Jonathan Cohen: “We're not people who like to be comfortable”

San-Diego born ready-to-wear designer Jonathan Cohen always harbored ambitions of launching his own brand. Following his education at Parsons School of Design and experience with industry luminaries like Patricia Field and Oscar de la Renta, Cohen and his business partner Sarah Leff took the plunge in 2011. They recognized a gap in the market and sought to “inject more color” diverging from the monotonous black.

By embracing vivid hues and floral prints inspired by his Mexican roots and California upbringing, Cohen's eponymous brand has made its mark in the New York fashion scene over the past decade. He was recognized as a runner-up in the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund in 2018, and gained further acclaim in 2020 for dressing First Lady Dr. Jill Biden on the eve of the presidential inauguration.

Throughout his journey, Cohen has eschewed conventional industry norms, relying on his personal vision to drive his business forward and navigate obstacles. In this conversation, he reflects on the importance of kindness in the pursuit of success, shares how his creative process has been a journey of self-discovery, and discusses the guiding principles behind his work.