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ChasingHorse grew up in a matriarchal family in Alaska as a member of the Hän Gwich'in people. Her advocacy, on behalf of her community, has made her an ambassador in the fashion industry for new perspectives and values, which she inherited from her mother and grandmother. For Ch ...  Show more

The Taiwan-born designer found her original inspiration in a Laura Ashley dress owned by her mother—and she snipped, stitched, and sewed her own wardrobe until she recreated the clothes she pined after. Once her technique was refined in Asia and Europe, she launched her label in ...  Show more

[Replay] In honor of the recent launch of a Dewali Barbie, dressed in Anita Dongre's designs, listen back to this inspiring conversation between two powerhouses of fashion. Masaba Gupta talks with Anita Dongre about the path to, and secrets of, her success. Hosted on Acast. See a ...  Show more

Arwa Al-Banawi is a Saudi fashion designer who creates beautiful looks for the suitable woman. She shares her experience of launching her brand in Dubai, attending Paris fashion week, and pivoting her focus during the pandemic. Arwa is excited by new Saudi fashion trends and how ...  Show more

Hashem is joined this week by accomplished fashion designer Faiza Bouguessa. The two consider the trials and tribulations of founding a successful business, and the importance of finding an authentic design aesthetic for one’s brand. Influenced by vintage elegance, Faiza discusse ...  Show more

Alaa Balkhy is a Saudi creative director working at the intersection of fashion, design, and culture. On this episode of the podcast, she shares her experience as a third-culture kid, her perception of identity, and her efforts to stay connected to and to celebrate her Middle Eas ...  Show more