The Evolving Art of Brand Collaborations

This week, by popular demand, we are back for the third installment of Ask Me Anything, where listeners from around the world send in their most pressing questions about what is happening in the fashion business.This time, the conversation jumps off from the latest season of show ...  Show more

A $15,000 mechanical bird named Molly has become an unlikely flashpoint for retail. After pop star Kelly Clarkson accused Brooklyn boutique Art of Play of treating her “like Julia Roberts’ character” in Pretty Woman, the dispute ignited a much bigger debate about customer service ...  Show more

Shayna Macklin, Fractional CMO at Rainbow Shops, delves into fashion brand partnerships and social media. In an oversaturated influencer market, brands are seeking effective partnership strategies. Fortunately, evergreen creator programs and cross-branded collaborations offer the ...  Show more

As inflation bites and politics polarise, the fashion industry in 2025 is facing unprecedented pressure to hold onto its customers. Brands are looking to community as a deeper and more emotional form of engagement. But building true community takes more than buzzwords. In this ep ...  Show more

From team-branded fashion shows to tunnel-walk capsules and luxury watch deals, sport and fashion are converging at speed. The NFL has rolled smaller licensing tie-ups into marquee partnerships, while the WNBA is emerging as a fertile ground for inventive brand-player collaborati ...  Show more

Sarah Early, Head of Emerging Platforms, UTA Entertainment and Culture, at UTA, delves into content and brand activations. Consumers today crave immersive experiences that connect with them on a deeper level, fostering brand loyalty and driving meaningful interactions. But simply ...  Show more