In this live episode we were joined by Moon, owner and designer of Cloth & Hide, a slow fashion label and boutique based on the Sunshine Coast, Australia. From humble beginnings, originally selling at markets nine years ago, Moon has stayed true her values throughout her business journey. Her label is dedicated to sustainable practices and ethical manufacturing, favouring timeless shapes and multi-functional pieces over anything too trend-led. The store follows this ethos, stocking a curated selection of Australian-made and eco-conscious labels alongside her women's and children's collections.
It was such a pleasure to chat to Moon and hear her experience of growing organically and consciously in the often over-crowded market of fashion.
Moon's business shoutout is Alterior Motif, an equally inspiring but wholly different fashion & lifestyle boutique owned by her sister Penny.
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Welcome to a special episode of Girls Talk Shop!
Join hosts Jess Bos and Erin Short as they shake up the format and interview each other in a laid-back, candid conversation. Get ready to dive deep into their professional journeys and personal stories as they share tips, lessons, and insights that have shaped their paths. Erin breaks down the essentials of building a strong brand from the ground up, emphasising the importance of foundational elements and offering expert advice on crafting a brand identity from scratch. Meanwhile, Jess delves into the world of wholesale growth, highlighting its significance for product businesses and providing invaluable tips for success whether you're just starting out or scaling up. And of course, don't miss out on the rapid-fire fun as Jess and Erin offer glimpses into their personal lives. We hope you enjoyed this live and raw chat with your Girls Talk Shop hosts! For more information about the workshop event the girls speak about in the episode, head over to: Noosa Small Business Series
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We couldn’t have picked a better guest to invite to our first live episode! Nina, founder of Nurtur Tea, shared some beautiful business insights, hard-hitting facts about women’s health and how she has built a community of tea lovers. In just over a year, Nina has built a brand with a loyal following by believing in her purpose and following through on her goals. Her organic herbal teas stand out, even in a saturated market, with Nina’s vibrant but wholly approachable personality shining through. We hope you love this chat and we can’t wait to bring you more candid and live conversations with amazing women on the Sunshine Coast.
Nina’s local small business shoutout is Remind Her, run by sisters Loren & Paris, they aim to remind women of their innate power through affirmation prints for your home.
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In this episode we chat to multi-talented Renee of Thrifter, a thriving rent-a-rack business in Noosa, for the community to sell their secondhand clothing. Ren is also behind Sole Sisters Run Club, a women-only Sunshine Coast running club, and the Females Doing Cool Shit events. She describes her purpose in life as building relationships with the community and lives for events that bring people - mostly women - together. A primary school teacher by trade, Ren is an inspiration for anyone who has a career plus a side hustle or passion project and how to manage that juggle without burning out or losing vision. We recorded this episode at Ren’s Noosa warehouse and the takeaway coffees were from Clandestino Noosa.
In the episode, Ren recommends the local business Velvet Mane, a hair salon in Marcoola by Sarah Indrele.
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Bobbi Lane is a cafe and retail space in Marcoola on the Sunshine Coast owned by Kimberley, who has created a beautiful space for conscious fashion, community and coffee. Bobbi Lane's offering includes locally roasted coffee, carefully sourced local products and hand-picked second-hand goods. There is also a space for hire at the back of the store (The Back) great for workshops, events, meetings and content creation. It was refreshing to talk to someone who's business values include kindness and authenticity – and the loyal customers she has is proof it works. We recorded this episode in The Back and the coffees were provided by Bobbi Lane.
In the episode, Kimberley recommends the local business Fellow Studios, a pilates and fitness studio run by Stevie Hucker.
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Havana Haus is a production house on the Sunshine Coast that includes spaces for photography, podcasting, events and meetings all under one roof. Meticulously designed for all uses, the space is the vision of photographer Chloe Hutchison (Havana Productions). Launched in mid 2023, the studio has already been incredibly popular with creatives, both local and interstate, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds. Chloe is an inspiration with such a cultivated knowledge of business and creativity, she was a pleasure to chat to. Breaking format, we didn’t record in a cafe but in Havana Haus itself. We did, however, enjoy takeaway coffees from Slide Coffee which is based across the road in the Coolum Industrial Estate.
In the episode, Chloe recommends two local businesses:
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Eliza Rhodes AKA ElRho Photo is a well-known Sunshine Coast photographer who has captured hundreds of local couples and families. In her own words, she "photographs love" capturing life’s milestones like pregnancy and motherhood, engagements and weddings, and families and business. Launched 6 years ago, Eliza has grown from a girl with a camera on a surf trip to an established local creative with a loyal following. This episode was recorded at Woodstack cafe in Coolum.
In the episode, Eliza recommends the following resources for photographers:
Her local business shoutout is Project Pargo, premium insulated drinkware that, with every product sold, helps a person in need gain access to clean water.
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Saltwater Eco Tours launched in 2020 with a vision to establish a unique tourism experience that would inspire a deeper connection to Indigenous culture and the ocean. Aboard a 115-year old sailing boat departing from Mooloolaba, locals and visitors can experience live music, bushtucker lunches and sunset cruises. Co-founders Simon and Jenna both stepped away from established careers, taking huge risks to start this impressive business and we chat to them about their journey; from a tricky start to a newly opened retail store. This episode was recorded at Hey Day in Buddina.
In the episode, Simon & Jenna recommend two local businesses;
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Lendy is a platform with purpose, that enables everyday people to rent out everyday items. Launched earlier this year, it’s in early stages as a business but it’s something that has been on the heart of founder Kalena Stano for over a decade. We chat to Kalena about why it’s important to be a solutionist, what it’s like running a new business alongside raising a small human and she shares some insights learned from her journey so far. Kalena has a positive outlook that is infectious and inspiring, and we hope you enjoy the chat as much as we did. This episode was recorded at The Local Parklakes in Bli Bli.
Books that Kalena recommends:
While these are all available online, we encourage you to support local and head to a Sunshine Coast bookstore such as Annie's Books on Peregian, Berkelouw's Eumundi, The Bookshop at Caloundra or Rosetta Books Maleny.
Kalena's local business shoutout is The Urban Farm in Maroochydore a social enterprise consisting of an organic farm, produce store and community compost drop-off point.
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Chris Walker is on a mission to transform lives. He's known locally as wellness legend and his company Travel Fit Global are all about holistic health with a strong focus on mind, body and soul. Chris talks us through his personal journey, his inspiration for starting and a life-changing experience that brought him to where he is today. We are thrilled to dive deep into his business and how he's making a positive impact in our region and we hope you love the conversation. This episode was recorded at Vandy's Cafe in Buderim.
Please note with our very first episode we have some (maybe inevitable) sound & tech issues that we have since resolved!
Books that Chris recommends:
While these are all available online, we encourage you to support local and head to a Sunshine Coast bookstore such as Annie's Books on Peregian, Berkelouw's Eumundi, The Bookshop at Caloundra or Rosetta Books Maleny.
Chris' local business shoutout is Milkman Grooming Co.
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