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The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Jaymes Byron Talent
55 episodes
9 months ago
In this episode, we explore the rich world of vintage fashion with Mikey Caunter, the founder of Peekaboo and the Peekaboo Marketplace. Mikey takes us on a journey through his early days at Portobello Road, selling vintage long before sustainability became a mainstream movement, and shares how his love for vintage evolved into a thriving business and a platform for slow fashion advocacy.With decades of experience in the vintage scene, including milestones like selling vintage in Topshop and o...
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In this episode, we explore the rich world of vintage fashion with Mikey Caunter, the founder of Peekaboo and the Peekaboo Marketplace. Mikey takes us on a journey through his early days at Portobello Road, selling vintage long before sustainability became a mainstream movement, and shares how his love for vintage evolved into a thriving business and a platform for slow fashion advocacy.With decades of experience in the vintage scene, including milestones like selling vintage in Topshop and o...
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The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
The Sustainable Nature of Vintage Fashion, with Mikey Caunter and Peekaboo Marketplace
In this episode, we explore the rich world of vintage fashion with Mikey Caunter, the founder of Peekaboo and the Peekaboo Marketplace. Mikey takes us on a journey through his early days at Portobello Road, selling vintage long before sustainability became a mainstream movement, and shares how his love for vintage evolved into a thriving business and a platform for slow fashion advocacy.With decades of experience in the vintage scene, including milestones like selling vintage in Topshop and o...
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11 months ago
35 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Sustainable Material Innovation with Nicole Schram from Lenzing
In this episode, we dive into the cutting-edge world of material innovation with Nicole Schram, the Global Business Development Manager at Lenzing. Known for its groundbreaking work in sustainable textiles, Lenzing is shaping the future of fashion with next-gen materials that balance innovation, practicality, and environmental responsibility.Nicole shares her fascinating journey from steel production and marketing to driving sustainable business development in the textile industry. We explore...
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11 months ago
29 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Exploring Sustainable Textiles, with Sustainable Textiles Consultant and Lecturer, Elsa May
In this episode, we talk with Elsa May, a Paris-based consultant and lecturer specialising in the subject of sustainable textiles.We hear about the challenges and potential of textiles in furthering sustainability within the fashion industry. We learn about the benefits but also the limitations of natural fibres as a responsible material.Elsa also talks about her role as an educator, teaching at the fashion and management schools, ESMOD Paris and LISAA Mode. Providing great insight into the p...
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11 months ago
39 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
From Fashion Buying to Sustainability Specialist, Career Spotlight with Natalie Binns
In another episode in the Careers in Sustainability series, we talked with Natalie Binns, a fashion buyer turned sustainability consultant.Natalie tells us about her career journey from her first internship with a fast-fashion brand, to now supporting businesses with their sustainability goals. We hear how the buying function has changed and what it needs to do to incorporate sustainable practices.With expertise in buying and sourcing, Natalie also provides lectures in sustainable fashion and...
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1 year ago
46 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
A Pioneer of Second-hand Fashion, TRAID with Maria Chenoweth
Welcome to Season 6 of the podcast and we’re starting with a special episode to celebrate Second-hand September with a trailblazer of the second-hand fashion movement.In this episode we hear from Maria Chenoweth, Chief Executive of the second-hand charity TRAID. With a dozen stores found on London's high streets, TRAID offers an alternative and more sustainable way to dress.With the 25th anniversary, hear how TRAID is going from strength to strength, launching new initiatives and giving consu...
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1 year ago
46 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Creating Empathy in Circular Fashion, Revive with Teresa Carmona
In this episode, we talk with Teresa Carmona about her journey from working at the UN’s Cop 25 to establishing her circular fashion business Revive. In our conversation, we delve into Teresa's transition from fashion styling to founding Revive, exploring her motivations and the influence of her work at Cop 25. We also look at the concept of circular fashion and how Revive embodies it through its innovative approach of creating a loving and personal bond with our clothes.Despite the chall...
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1 year ago
49 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
A Supportive Space for Next-gen Sustainable Fashion Creatives at The Yard Atelier, with Caroline Herz
In this episode, we dive into the heart of Manchester's fashion scene with Caroline Herz, Co-founder of The Yard Atelier. The Yard Atelier is a community-driven project offering a collaborative space for emerging designers to embark on their sustainable fashion journey.We explore Caroline's background in the fashion industry, leading to her pivotal realisation of the urgent need for sustainability. This realisation spurred her to establish The Yard Atelier, a haven for budding creatives seeki...
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1 year ago
31 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Developing a Sustainable Fashion Career, with Joseph Mountain and the Future Fashion Fair
In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of sustainable fashion careers with Joseph Mountain, a trailblazer who has swiftly risen in the industry.Joseph, a graduate of Manchester Metropolitan University, shares his journey from fashion student to sustainability strategist at N Brown Group. He discusses pivotal moments, including the inception of the Future Fashion Fair (FFF), which played a crucial role in shaping his career and personal brand.Joseph elaborates on his passion for sust...
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1 year ago
39 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Bringing Circularity to Cycling, Parietti with Paul Skevington
In this episode, we talk with Paull Skevington, founder of the start-up brand Parietti, about his goal of providing cyclists with a more sustainable option of cyclewear.We hear of Paul’s background from his origins in the UK to his family’s relocation to Spain where he found the inspiration for Parietti.In Paul’s words, cyclewear has a polyester problem, so we hear how Parietti is addressing the overuse of virgin polyester.Listen in to learn more about Paul’s passion for circularity and his m...
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1 year ago
36 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Collaboration in Sustainable Sportswear, with Caroline Trend of De Ronde and Ben Atkinson of GoofyPro
It’s a new year and a new episode of the podcast, where we talk with Caroline Trend from the start-up creative hub, De Ronde, and Ben Atkinson, founder of start-up brand, GoofyPro.We hear how De Ronde supports sports brands in every aspect of launching and developing, particularly, in a sustainable way. And we hear from Ben’s perspective, how De Ronde is doing that for GoofyPro.Listen in and we hear how important UK manufacturing is to both Caroline and Ben and the benefits this has for UK br...
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1 year ago
28 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
A Better Bag for a Better World, Parker Clay with Ian Bentley
In this episode, we learn just how much good can be put back into the world by buying a bag!We hear from Ian Bentley, co-founder of the California-based brand, Parker Clay. Although, the Parker Clay manufacturing hub is across the globe in Ethiopia, where Ian and his family set out to create training and employment opportunities for communities there.We learn about the Parker Clay journey and its mission to combat human trafficking and social injustices in the native home of their adopted dau...
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2 years ago
40 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
A Sustainability Icon; an eco-conversation with Marci Zaroff from YESand
In this episode, we explore the world of sustainable fashion with Marci Zaroff, a pioneer who introduced the term "eco-fashion" in the 1990s. Marci's journey began with organic food, and she later transitioned seamlessly into fashion, becoming a powerhouse in the eco-fashion scene with several green brands under her belt.During the episode, Marci describes the mission of her brand, YESand, and shares her experience as a published author of the book "(eco)renaissance". She also emphasizes the ...
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2 years ago
48 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Kid’s Shoes Designed to Last, by Zig + Star, with Ali McAleavy
In this episode, we discuss sustainability in children's footwear with Ali McAleavy, the founder of Zig + Star.Ali shares with us the inspiration behind starting Zig + Star and how they are addressing the gap in the market for sustainable childrenswear.We also learned about the steps Zig + Star is taking to offer a more eco-friendly option for kid's footwear, as well as hear valuable advice on starting a responsible kidswear brand.You can learn more about Zig + Star at https://zigandstar.com/...
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2 years ago
30 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Find Sustainable Fashion Alternatives easier by SHADY.CLUB, with Fatimah El-Rashid
One thing we often hear from consumers is the difficulty in finding sustainable alternatives when shopping for clothes.In this episode, we’re talking to Fatimah El-Rashid, co-founder of Shady Club and the browser extension Shade. An app that is set to revolutionise the way we shop online but rating products and even suggesting more sustainable alternatives in real-time.Listen in as we hear how Shade came about, how it works, and how it’s helping break down the barriers to sustainable consumer...
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2 years ago
22 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Helping Brands Make Great Product, Sustainably, by The Good Factory, with Samantha Taylor
When it comes to sports and performance wear, making products in a sustainably conscious way brings unique challenges. Not just apparel that looks good, but clothing that needs to provide functionality, meaning a specific focus on material choices, supply base, and end-of-product life considerations.So how do activewear brands overcome the obstacle unique to this product type?In today’s episode, we talked with Samantha Taylor, the founder of The Good Factory, a service designed exactly for th...
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2 years ago
56 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Sustainable by Design, On-demand Luxury by 1 Atelier, with Stephanie Sarka
In this episode, we speak with Stephanie Sarka, the Co-founder and CEO of 1 Atelier, a US-based designer bag company that's changing the way consumers shop.Stephanie discusses her background in tech and fashion, and how combining her experience with her passion for sustainability led to the creation of 1 Atelier. She explains how their on-demand production platform eliminates waste and allows for custom-made bags that are both beautiful and sustainably responsible.Stephanie also discusses the...
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2 years ago
36 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Sustainability in Careers, with Sustainable Coordinator Harriet Gardiner
We’re back with another interview in the Sustainability in Careers series. This time, we hear from Harriet Gardiner, Sustainable Coordinator for a luxury, British heritage brand.Harriet shares with us what is involved in being a Sustainability Coordinator. We hear what brands and businesses can focus on in moving towards greater sustainable practices through their supply chain.Has greenwashing damaged consumers’ perception of sustainable fashion? Hear what Harriet thinks.We also hear advice f...
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2 years ago
20 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
The Sustainable Fashion School and Enkel, with Lydia Brearley
As sustainability becomes more and more the expectation of consumers and businesses look to embed it in their strategies, there’s greater demand for education around the changing and complex subject.Fortunately, many are now leading the charge in sustainability training for the fashion industry. In this episode, we talk to one such expert, Lydia Brearley. After the success of the educational resource platform, Enkel, Lydia has recently launched The Sustainable Fashion School.Built on three ob...
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2 years ago
32 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Are you wearing seaweed? Inland Sea, with Adam Costello
We all know of organic cotton, and lately, bamboo and hemp as clothing material choices, but what about seaweed?In this interview we speak with Adam Costello, the Founder of Inland Sea to hear of the benefits of using seaweed to make fabric and its benefits as a sustainable fibre choice.We learn how Adam has developed and is championing the first seaweed-based fabric spun in the UK, SeaBlend®, not only for the Inland Sea label but available to other brands looking for more sustainable fibre o...
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2 years ago
47 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
Popups and Deadstock Fabric, Consciously Made Joy by eluroom, with Rebecca Rodden
As we pop into many an eco-popup, we meet some interesting brands implementing sustainable practices in many ways into their businesses.One such way is by using deadstock fabric. In this episode we speak with Rebecca Roden, to hear about her luxury dress brand, eluroom. Why deadstock features heavily in eluroom products, and how different it is to the more typical method of fabric sourcing.Rebecca has a long background in the clothing industry and provides thoughtful insight into ways brands ...
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2 years ago
35 minutes

The Sustainable Fashion Wingman
In this episode, we explore the rich world of vintage fashion with Mikey Caunter, the founder of Peekaboo and the Peekaboo Marketplace. Mikey takes us on a journey through his early days at Portobello Road, selling vintage long before sustainability became a mainstream movement, and shares how his love for vintage evolved into a thriving business and a platform for slow fashion advocacy.With decades of experience in the vintage scene, including milestones like selling vintage in Topshop and o...