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Interview: Mimi Plange
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08/12/19 • 38 min
Ghanian-born designer Mimi Plange has been featured on the pages of Vogue and Harpers Bazar with her designs worn by names like Michelle Obama, Serena Williams, and Rihanna. After a decade of working in the New York fashion industry, Mimi launched her own ready-to-wear brand inspired by modern American luxury sportswear with an infusion of dark romance and international influence. This week, Mimi shares her background, inspiration, and advice for aspiring designers who want to make it in the fashion industry.
Check her out on Instagram @mimiplange and mimiplange.com.
Profile: Ann Lowe
BLK N FSHN
08/05/19 • 14 min
Designer, dressmaker, couturier, businesswoman, and entrepreneur are a few of many titles used to describe our subject for this week. Described as "Society's Best Kept Secret" Ann Lowe is one of America's forgotten legends whose work rivaled some of the biggest names in fashion, yet she never received the credit she deserved during her lifetime.
07/24/19 • 23 min
This week's episode we'll discuss Rihanna's entrepreneurial spirit, growth as a fashion icon, and the launch of her LVMH fashion brand Fenty. Follow my special guest, Teyonna Lanez, on Instagram @teyonnalanez or visit her website at teyonnalanez.com.
07/24/19 • 22 min
This week's episode features an interview with community advocate, artist, and the founder of Black Men Smile apparel, Carlton Mackey. Check out his apparel at blackmensmile.com. You can also follow him on Instagram @carltonmackey or @blackmensmile.
09/09/19 • 11 min
Last week, Thebe Magugu was the first person of African descent to be awarded the LVMH Prize for emerging fashion designers. Learn his story and how he came to achieve this prestigious award. Following the controversy of jewelry designer and CFDA Board member Kara Ross, Tom Ford has appointed several new members of the CFDA Board, all of which are people of color with 3/4 being Black designers.
05/07/20 • 18 min
The 2020 MET Gala: "About Time: Fashion and Duration" was postponed this year due to the global pandemic. In this episode, I connect with Sarita from Los Angeles-based fashion blog we.wear.now, to discuss the documentary "The First Monday in May" where we critique themes within the highly publicized and controversial 2015 Met Gala: "China: Through the Looking Glass". Watch the entire review on Instagram @we.wear.now.
Bonus Episode: The Kente Club Co
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04/08/20 • 23 min
As COVID-19 continues to impact millions of people worldwide, businesses, big and small, across all sectors of fashion and beyond are doing their part to help combat the spread of this virus. The Kente Club Co. was one of the first brands I found that created stylish, affordable face masks. After ordering a mask myself, I had to connect with the founder of this emerging brand. Check out this bonus episode interview with the founder of The Kente Club Co, Kerene Nelson. To learn more about this brand and order your own mask, visit thekenteclub.co. You may also follow Kerene's platforms on IG @thekenteclubco, @kereneeeeee, and @ilovemelanin_
Profile: Virgil Abloh
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08/26/19 • 13 min
You cannot go far in today's fashion industry without hearing his name. Whether you know him as the Artistic Director of Louis Vuitton Menswear, the founder of Off-White, or recognize his name from his iconic collaborations, Virgil Abloh has risen as one of the biggest names in fashion of today. Some may call him the king of "hype" since everything he touches becomes a trending topic, but where did he come from and how did he gain so much notoriety in such a short amount of time?
08/21/19 • 36 min
Last month, Chanel and Gucci both announced new Heads of Diversity & Inclusion. This comes at a time where fashion brands have repeatedly made headlines over accusations of racism throughout the year. Has hiring a Head of Diversity & Inclusion just become the latest fad, or can these efforts actually bring about change? This week, we discuss these PR scandals along with their impact on brand image and customer reception with special guest and fashion-media expert Brooke Sharee. Follow her on Instagram @bpsharee and @thehghlt.
Preview
BLK N FSHN
07/08/19 • 6 min
Hello, world and welcome to Black in Fashion! Check out this preview to learn more about the show, the host, and what to expect this season.
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FAQ
How many episodes does BLK N FSHN have?
BLK N FSHN currently has 25 episodes available.
What topics does BLK N FSHN cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Fashion & Beauty, Podcasts and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on BLK N FSHN?
The episode title 'Profile: Kerby Jean-Raymond' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on BLK N FSHN?
The average episode length on BLK N FSHN is 19 minutes.
How often are episodes of BLK N FSHN released?
Episodes of BLK N FSHN are typically released every 14 days, 6 hours.
When was the first episode of BLK N FSHN?
The first episode of BLK N FSHN was released on Jul 8, 2019.
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