Drapers Talks https://draperstalks.podbean.com Welcome to our podcast series Drapers Talks, bringing you insights from fashion retail industry leaders and cutting-edge content from our market-leading live events. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:50:17 +0000 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Arts:Fashion & Beauty 1440 episodic Drapers Drapers No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16271884/hb6_xjpahz.jpg Drapers Talks https://draperstalks.podbean.com 144 144 Fashion’s future leaders Fashion’s future leaders https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/fashion-s-future-leaders/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/fashion-s-future-leaders/#comments Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:50:17 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/f0f175dd-0ec8-34e1-a816-6bf453659b5c Fred Perry, Asda and Belstaff review who the future leaders in fashion will be and how to encourage young people into the industry.

]]> Fred Perry, Asda and Belstaff review who the future leaders in fashion will be and how to encourage young people into the industry.

]]> Drapers false No 1454 46 full How to scale a brand successfully How to scale a brand successfully https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-to-scale-a-brand-successfully/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-to-scale-a-brand-successfully/#comments Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:57:34 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/95af03fc-dde3-3016-a3b7-beb0db792730 Industry leaders from Aligne, Alo and Nadine Merabi share their insights and tips to grow a fashion brand.

]]> Industry leaders from Aligne, Alo and Nadine Merabi share their insights and tips to grow a fashion brand.

]]> Drapers false No 1907 45 full Represent documents its global journey Represent documents its global journey https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/represent-documents-its-global-journey/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/represent-documents-its-global-journey/#comments Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:57:59 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/7efa08a4-c799-358c-a3ea-64b7605906d7 Stefan Lewis, chief digital officer of Represent, reflects on the brand’s journey from a small graphic design project founded by two brothers to a globally recognised label.

]]> Stefan Lewis, chief digital officer of Represent, reflects on the brand’s journey from a small graphic design project founded by two brothers to a globally recognised label.

]]> Drapers false No 1839 44 full Topshop: the brand’s plans to open stores Topshop: the brand’s plans to open stores https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/topshop-the-brand-s-plans-to-open-stores/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/topshop-the-brand-s-plans-to-open-stores/#comments Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:48:56 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/1487765d-02e1-3d38-a534-ae49f80da641 Topshop and Topman managing director Michelle Wilson details her future plans for bricks-and-mortar stores.

]]> Topshop and Topman managing director Michelle Wilson details her future plans for bricks-and-mortar stores.

]]> Drapers false No 1614 43 full How Pentland tracks supply chain challenges How Pentland tracks supply chain challenges https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/tracking-supply-chain-challenges/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/tracking-supply-chain-challenges/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:03:43 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/77bcbaa2-2faa-3f37-ba4d-b43678906bc5 Abhy Thomas Joseph, global COO and president for Asia-Pacific, Pentland Brands highlights his tips to tackle the global supply chain landscape.

]]> Abhy Thomas Joseph, global COO and president for Asia-Pacific, Pentland Brands highlights his tips to tackle the global supply chain landscape.

]]> Drapers false No 1438 42 full With Nothing Underneath’s tips to limit returns With Nothing Underneath’s tips to limit returns https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/with-nothing-underneath-s-tips-to-limit-returns/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/with-nothing-underneath-s-tips-to-limit-returns/#comments Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:45:49 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/c28d15da-9982-33b7-9c52-49e93e4f3397 Laura Hilton, COO at With Nothing Underneath, reveals how to keep returns low.

]]> Laura Hilton, COO at With Nothing Underneath, reveals how to keep returns low.

]]> Drapers false No 1910 41 full How Superdry is navigating tariffs How Superdry is navigating tariffs https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-superdry-is-navigating-tariffs/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-superdry-is-navigating-tariffs/#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:59:06 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/0b4f1966-7e26-3b4a-90b5-f0cc6ce80ca4 Superdry chief operating officer Shaun Packe details how it is tackling international tariffs and trade deals.

]]> Superdry chief operating officer Shaun Packe details how it is tackling international tariffs and trade deals.

]]> Drapers false No 1804 40 full Matalan: how the retailer harnesses influencers Matalan: how the retailer harnesses influencers https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/matalan-how-the-retailer-harnesses-influencers/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/matalan-how-the-retailer-harnesses-influencers/#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:26:34 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/26d6b453-6a80-330d-8ec8-87fab2da4156 Charlotte Dewhurst, former marketing director at Matalan, shares insights into the retailer’s relationship with influencer Lady of the Manor.

]]> Charlotte Dewhurst, former marketing director at Matalan, shares insights into the retailer’s relationship with influencer Lady of the Manor.

]]> Drapers false No 1549 39 full Tips to build a brand in the social media sphere Tips to build a brand in the social media sphere https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/tips-to-build-a-brand-in-the-social-media-sphere/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/tips-to-build-a-brand-in-the-social-media-sphere/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:17:27 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/64e2e62a-1140-3eb8-947e-33bf74d38fd5 Odd Muse and Never Fully Dressed founders reveal their tips on how to build and maintain a brand in the world of social commerce.

]]> Odd Muse and Never Fully Dressed founders reveal their tips on how to build and maintain a brand in the world of social commerce.

]]> Drapers false No 1973 38 full How paid media is evolving How paid media is evolving https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-paid-media-is-evolving/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-paid-media-is-evolving/#comments Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:07:15 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/b69836f5-c7d8-3010-ab98-2e56af93d694 Industry leaders from Dr. Martens, Fred Perry and Vervaunt dive into paid media’s role in brand growth.

]]> Industry leaders from Dr. Martens, Fred Perry and Vervaunt dive into paid media’s role in brand growth.

]]> Drapers false No 1872 37 full The community behind Primark’s marketing strategy The community behind Primark’s marketing strategy https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/the-community-behind-primark-s-marketing-strategy/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/the-community-behind-primark-s-marketing-strategy/#comments Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:06:21 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/2f289fc5-6b9d-3ae4-b706-fd27b96516df Primark’s marketing and community leads shed light on how the retailer is utilising its community to drive its social media channels.

]]> Primark’s marketing and community leads shed light on how the retailer is utilising its community to drive its social media channels.

]]> Drapers false No 1654 36 full Cos’s learnings from re-platforming Cos’s learnings from re-platforming https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-to-leverage-tech-for-re-platforming/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-to-leverage-tech-for-re-platforming/#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2025 09:39:02 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/d569f316-0bb8-3f81-af28-e0639f3c75d1 This chat with Simone Williams, technology, digital and business development director at Cos, uncovers how the brand transformed its entire tech stack.

]]> This chat with Simone Williams, technology, digital and business development director at Cos, uncovers how the brand transformed its entire tech stack.

]]> Drapers false No 1583 35 full Boosting loyalty with Frasers Boosting loyalty with Frasers https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/boosting-loyalty-with-frasers/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/boosting-loyalty-with-frasers/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:41:17 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/fe2c6294-7e6a-30b3-8fbc-3c50f79e9739 David Clark, chief customer officer at Frasers Group, explores the launch of Sports Direct’s new benefit-based membership programme.

]]> David Clark, chief customer officer at Frasers Group, explores the launch of Sports Direct’s new benefit-based membership programme.

]]> Drapers false No 2058 34 full Orlebar Brown: personalisation and unified commerce Orlebar Brown: personalisation and unified commerce https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/orlebar-brown-personalisation-and-unified-commerce/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/orlebar-brown-personalisation-and-unified-commerce/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:48:13 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/ff8a4650-8f81-3744-ab55-52b0325cfbb2 Orlebar Brown’s Jamie De Cesare and Shopify’s Deann Evans discuss how unified commerce is driving personalisation at the menswear brand.

]]> Orlebar Brown’s Jamie De Cesare and Shopify’s Deann Evans discuss how unified commerce is driving personalisation at the menswear brand.

]]> Drapers false No 1789 33 full Mango's global ecommerce success Mango's global ecommerce success https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/mangos-global-ecommerce-success/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/mangos-global-ecommerce-success/#comments Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:38:44 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/3351b92f-58c2-3b07-8fd2-b8bb5e9bcc8b Marlies Hersbach, Mango's ecommerce executive director, shares insights into the tech and innovation driving the brand's ecommerce success.

]]> Marlies Hersbach, Mango's ecommerce executive director, shares insights into the tech and innovation driving the brand's ecommerce success.

]]> Drapers false No 1297 32 full CMA: how to follow the Green Claims Code CMA: how to follow the Green Claims Code https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/cma-how-to-follow-the-green-claims-code/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/cma-how-to-follow-the-green-claims-code/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/164e1ee8-2472-39c4-8797-b4fc55cfcc83 Mike Coates, assistant director for consumer protection at the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), discusses how fashion retail should follow the Green Claims Code when making environmental claims.

]]> Mike Coates, assistant director for consumer protection at the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), discusses how fashion retail should follow the Green Claims Code when making environmental claims.

]]> Drapers false No 1141 31 full Ways to prepare for incoming sustainability regulations Ways to prepare for incoming sustainability regulations https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/ways-to-prepare-for-future-sustainability-regulations/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/ways-to-prepare-for-future-sustainability-regulations/#comments Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/70443d61-ffe4-3d1a-ab7e-67e252bcf085 Leaders from UKFT, Neem London, Superdry and Cotton Connect discuss what retailers and brands should be prioritising ahead of game-changing regulations such as ERP and DPPs.

]]> Leaders from UKFT, Neem London, Superdry and Cotton Connect discuss what retailers and brands should be prioritising ahead of game-changing regulations such as ERP and DPPs.

]]> Drapers false No 2044 30 full Tips for working towards sustainability laws Tips for working towards sustainability laws https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/tips-to-boost-sustainability-compliance/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/tips-to-boost-sustainability-compliance/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/4463c796-9d3d-31c1-b65d-ed30abc33963 Leaders from supply chain network Infor Nexus and Amsterdam-based womenswear label Gauge81 share their top tips for working with suppliers towards achieving sustainability regulations, in the latest Drapers Talks podcast.

]]> Leaders from supply chain network Infor Nexus and Amsterdam-based womenswear label Gauge81 share their top tips for working with suppliers towards achieving sustainability regulations, in the latest Drapers Talks podcast.

]]> Drapers false No 1948 29 full Why Patagonia is tackling repairs Why Patagonia is tackling repairs https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/why-patagonia-is-tackling-repairs/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/why-patagonia-is-tackling-repairs/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/d1ed3fe3-16f5-357b-91ef-4e359d5c338f Patagonia’s marketing and product director Tyler LaMotte reveals how the outdoorwear brand is expanding its repair offering for its customers.

]]> Patagonia’s marketing and product director Tyler LaMotte reveals how the outdoorwear brand is expanding its repair offering for its customers.

]]> Drapers false No 1791 28 full Circular business models with Primark and Nobody’s Child Circular business models with Primark and Nobody’s Child https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/circular-business-models-with-primark-and-nobody-s-child/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/circular-business-models-with-primark-and-nobody-s-child/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:33:57 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/de1b1773-71c1-3f24-80a3-c2a0f21328c2 Leaders from Primark, Nobody’s Child and Asda share how they have implemented circular business models and reveal their tips for success.

]]> Leaders from Primark, Nobody’s Child and Asda share how they have implemented circular business models and reveal their tips for success.

]]> Drapers false No 2001 27 full Dune founder eyes global growth for footwear brand Dune founder eyes global growth for footwear brand https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/dune-founder-eyes-global-growth-for-footwear-brand/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/dune-founder-eyes-global-growth-for-footwear-brand/#comments Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/e495a949-70f6-3574-8724-869428faed76 Listen to why Daniel Rubin, founder and chairman of Dune, has his heart set on international growth for the footwear brand, with the Middle East and US proving to be popular destinations.

]]> Listen to why Daniel Rubin, founder and chairman of Dune, has his heart set on international growth for the footwear brand, with the Middle East and US proving to be popular destinations.

]]> Drapers false No 1673 26 full Sweaty Betty’s brand values Sweaty Betty’s brand values https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/sweaty-betty-s-brand-values/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/sweaty-betty-s-brand-values/#comments Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/16dd3ee8-df4c-3a54-a428-dff5c94e38f2 Sweaty Betty global brand president Melissa Mullen shines a light on the sportwear company’s values and how it communicates this to its workforce.

]]> Sweaty Betty global brand president Melissa Mullen shines a light on the sportwear company’s values and how it communicates this to its workforce.

]]> Drapers false No 1533 25 full John Lewis’ Peter Ruis on the retailer’s transformation John Lewis’ Peter Ruis on the retailer’s transformation https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/john-lewis-peter-ruis-on-the-retailer-s-transformation/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/john-lewis-peter-ruis-on-the-retailer-s-transformation/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/0a15f5f3-9cba-3f3b-bbe1-1a0e8267d992 Peter Ruis, executive director at John Lewis, took part in a fireside chat during Drapers Inner Circle Summit last year. Tune in to hear Ruis’s plans for the retailer's turnaround and opportunities for growth.

]]> Peter Ruis, executive director at John Lewis, took part in a fireside chat during Drapers Inner Circle Summit last year. Tune in to hear Ruis’s plans for the retailer's turnaround and opportunities for growth.

]]> Drapers false No 1568 24 full How to clean up supply chain compliance How to clean up supply chain compliance https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-to-clean-up-supply-chain-compliance/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/how-to-clean-up-supply-chain-compliance/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:44:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/5f150232-0b44-31b0-8f8b-e8c92beda88a Industry leaders from Harrods, Neem London, Deckers Brands and Infor Nexus discuss some of the biggest challenges facing the supply chain, from balancing cost and agility to embedding sustainability and ESG. 

Moderated by Lee Kenny, news editor of Drapers, during the Drapers Supply Chain Summit 2024.

]]> Industry leaders from Harrods, Neem London, Deckers Brands and Infor Nexus discuss some of the biggest challenges facing the supply chain, from balancing cost and agility to embedding sustainability and ESG. 

Moderated by Lee Kenny, news editor of Drapers, during the Drapers Supply Chain Summit 2024.


]]> Drapers false No 2426 23 full Matalan's key tips to build a stronger supply chain Matalan's key tips to build a stronger supply chain https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/matalans-key-tips-to-build-a-stronger-supply-chain/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/matalans-key-tips-to-build-a-stronger-supply-chain/#comments Wed, 23 Oct 2024 11:45:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/e09d73cb-222c-3e54-b75d-e036620a9240 Matalan’s chief supply chain operations officer, Phil Hackney, reveals the latest trends in operations management, supply chain performance improvements, and the biggest opportunities in 2024 and beyond. 

Moderated by Lee Kenny, news editor of Drapers, during the Drapers Supply Chain Summit 2024.

]]> Matalan’s chief supply chain operations officer, Phil Hackney, reveals the latest trends in operations management, supply chain performance improvements, and the biggest opportunities in 2024 and beyond. 

Moderated by Lee Kenny, news editor of Drapers, during the Drapers Supply Chain Summit 2024.

]]> Drapers false No 1724 22 full Managing omnichannel complexity with AllSaints Managing omnichannel complexity with AllSaints https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/managing-omnichannel-complexity-with-allsaints/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/managing-omnichannel-complexity-with-allsaints/#comments Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:45:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/0341bb11-e4e2-3761-ac80-6ce1b3857cd9 Listen to Catherine Jobling, chief operating officer of AllSaints, explain how the premium high street retailer’s strong relationships with suppliers and symbiotic approach helps to future-proof the company's supply chain. Find out how AllSaints collaborates with its partners on sustainability, and the challenges the business has faced and overcome.

Moderated by Gabriele Dirvanauskas, acting editor of Drapers, during the Drapers Supply Chain Summit 2024.

]]> Listen to Catherine Jobling, chief operating officer of AllSaints, explain how the premium high street retailer’s strong relationships with suppliers and symbiotic approach helps to future-proof the company's supply chain. Find out how AllSaints collaborates with its partners on sustainability, and the challenges the business has faced and overcome.

Moderated by Gabriele Dirvanauskas, acting editor of Drapers, during the Drapers Supply Chain Summit 2024.

]]> Drapers false No 1498 21 full Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - Customer engagement with Zalando Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - Customer engagement with Zalando https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-customer-engagement-with-zalando/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-customer-engagement-with-zalando/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2024 11:50:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/e22a854e-98f7-3d38-a301-1f6997165256 Innovative approaches to customer engagement and what they mean for the future of fashion

The future of fashion is not just about what we wear, but the entire customer experience. How is engagement going to evolve? Drawing from her broad knowledge in machine learning, Tian explored the opportunities that generative AI will potentially be able to offer fashion brands in serving their customers. She also discussed Zalando's AI-powered assistant which was co-created together with customers and how to inspire and entertain customers with AI experiences onsite.

Tian Su - vice president personalisation and recommendation - Zalando

]]> Innovative approaches to customer engagement and what they mean for the future of fashion

The future of fashion is not just about what we wear, but the entire customer experience. How is engagement going to evolve? Drawing from her broad knowledge in machine learning, Tian explored the opportunities that generative AI will potentially be able to offer fashion brands in serving their customers. She also discussed Zalando's AI-powered assistant which was co-created together with customers and how to inspire and entertain customers with AI experiences onsite.

Tian Su - vice president personalisation and recommendation - Zalando

]]> Drapers false No 1601 20 full Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - Fashion trends with Boohoo Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - Fashion trends with Boohoo https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-fashion-trends-with-boohoo/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-fashion-trends-with-boohoo/#comments Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:55:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/973bc114-d62a-32a2-a93b-0504f2688f2d Fashion trends in the digital era

Listen to Jonny as he discusses the fusion of fashion trends and digital technology. Discover how brands can leverage AI-powered tools and emerging platforms to stay ahead of and respond to trends as well as shape market narratives.

Jonny Longden - group digital director - Boohoo Group

]]> Fashion trends in the digital era

Listen to Jonny as he discusses the fusion of fashion trends and digital technology. Discover how brands can leverage AI-powered tools and emerging platforms to stay ahead of and respond to trends as well as shape market narratives.

Jonny Longden - group digital director - Boohoo Group

]]> Drapers false No 1931 19 full Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - Asos, EXL, Schuh and N Brown Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - Asos, EXL, Schuh and N Brown https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-asos-exl-schuh-and-n-brown/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-asos-exl-schuh-and-n-brown/#comments Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:45:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/75a76d53-0860-3617-a454-6752c862939b Crystal ball forecasts: what should fashion retailers be investing in to future-proof their businesses?

  • With so many tools available, what are the most promising emerging technologies and disruptive innovations on the horizon for fashion retail?
  • How are fashion businesses leveraging AI?
  • How can fashion retailers adapt their strategies to cater to the unique preferences and behaviours of the Generation Alpha consumers?

Chris Williamson - group director of technology - N Brown

Papinder Dosanjh - director of data science and AI - Asos

Stephanie Legg - chief marketing officer - Schuh

Sangeetha Chandru - senior vice president, AI - EXL

]]> Crystal ball forecasts: what should fashion retailers be investing in to future-proof their businesses?

  • With so many tools available, what are the most promising emerging technologies and disruptive innovations on the horizon for fashion retail?
  • How are fashion businesses leveraging AI?
  • How can fashion retailers adapt their strategies to cater to the unique preferences and behaviours of the Generation Alpha consumers?

Chris Williamson - group director of technology - N Brown

Papinder Dosanjh - director of data science and AI - Asos

Stephanie Legg - chief marketing officer - Schuh

Sangeetha Chandru - senior vice president, AI - EXL

]]> Drapers false No 2360 18 full Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - How to drive innovation within your business | Deliveroo Drapers Future of Fashion 2024 - How to drive innovation within your business | Deliveroo https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-how-to-drive-innovation-within-your-business-deliveroo/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-24-how-to-drive-innovation-within-your-business-deliveroo/#comments Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/9b932afa-891f-3c50-ac15-85c69113b35f Outside view: how to drive innovation within your business

Peek at other industries' technology innovations with Paul Wilkinson, who drew on his experience driving innovation at industry giants like Deliveroo, Amazon and Tesco. Paul talked about actionable strategies to ignite innovation within your team and lessons that fashion retailers and brands can learn from unexpected places.

Paul Wilkinson, product director - Deliveroo

]]> Outside view: how to drive innovation within your business

Peek at other industries' technology innovations with Paul Wilkinson, who drew on his experience driving innovation at industry giants like Deliveroo, Amazon and Tesco. Paul talked about actionable strategies to ignite innovation within your team and lessons that fashion retailers and brands can learn from unexpected places.

Paul Wilkinson, product director - Deliveroo

]]> Drapers false No 1408 17 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - CottonConnect, Primark, and New Look Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - CottonConnect, Primark, and New Look https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-cottonconnect-primark-and-new-look/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-cottonconnect-primark-and-new-look/#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:30:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/6f2a2681-56d4-3ee4-88a0-229f07175bf9 Retracing fashion's steps to build in sustainability

Understanding how and where fashion retailers are tackling sustainability is critical: these changes – even seemingly small ones – can have a huge impact. Our panel explored:

  • How are fashion retailers creating products built to last, and reducing overconsumption? Exploring materials efficiency and longevity, ways of designing differently, and approaches to limiting overproduction;
  • Which projects and partnerships are driving change? Optimising collaboration between brands, suppliers, industry bodies and beyond;
  • Changing consumer behaviour: exploring the role fashion retail plays, and uncovering initiatives to drive this.
Alison Ward Chief executive - CottonConnect   Lynne Walker Director of Primark Cares - Primark   Susan Fairley Head of sourcing, quality and sustainability - New Look   Tom Berry Independent advisor - Tom Berry Sustainability Consulting

 

]]> Retracing fashion's steps to build in sustainability

Understanding how and where fashion retailers are tackling sustainability is critical: these changes – even seemingly small ones – can have a huge impact. Our panel explored:

  • How are fashion retailers creating products built to last, and reducing overconsumption? Exploring materials efficiency and longevity, ways of designing differently, and approaches to limiting overproduction;
  • Which projects and partnerships are driving change? Optimising collaboration between brands, suppliers, industry bodies and beyond;
  • Changing consumer behaviour: exploring the role fashion retail plays, and uncovering initiatives to drive this.
Alison Ward Chief executive - CottonConnect   Lynne Walker Director of Primark Cares - Primark   Susan Fairley Head of sourcing, quality and sustainability - New Look   Tom Berry Independent advisor - Tom Berry Sustainability Consulting

 

]]> Drapers false No 2488 16 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - Finisterre, John Lewis Partnership, The North Face and SATCol Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - Finisterre, John Lewis Partnership, The North Face and SATCol https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-finisterre-john-lewis-partnership-the-north-face-and-satcol/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-finisterre-john-lewis-partnership-the-north-face-and-satcol/#comments Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:30:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/553f6273-952a-310e-b18f-73915bf9e89e Rethinking revenue streams: accelerating growth via circular business models

Fashion resale, rental, repair and recycling are at the beginning of a rapid growth projection. Our panel of speakers hosted a deep dive into the opportunities offered by circular business models, including:

  • Rethinking customer experiences, changing consumption habits and reimagining ownership: exploring journeys around rental, repair, reworking, resale and beyond
  • Discussing the additional benefits of alternative revenue streams, from customer loyalty to data
  • Rethinking and re-educating consumers around end of life - from takeback to closed-loop technology
Adele Gingell head of positive impact - Finisterre   Catherine Loader sustainability manager - John Lewis Partnership   Julian Lings senior sustainability manager - The North Face   Majonne Frost head of environment and sustainability - SATCoL ]]> Rethinking revenue streams: accelerating growth via circular business models

Fashion resale, rental, repair and recycling are at the beginning of a rapid growth projection. Our panel of speakers hosted a deep dive into the opportunities offered by circular business models, including:

  • Rethinking customer experiences, changing consumption habits and reimagining ownership: exploring journeys around rental, repair, reworking, resale and beyond
  • Discussing the additional benefits of alternative revenue streams, from customer loyalty to data
  • Rethinking and re-educating consumers around end of life - from takeback to closed-loop technology
Adele Gingell head of positive impact - Finisterre   Catherine Loader sustainability manager - John Lewis Partnership   Julian Lings senior sustainability manager - The North Face   Majonne Frost head of environment and sustainability - SATCoL ]]> Drapers false No 2145 15 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - Boden, Hirestreet, M&S and Zedify Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - Boden, Hirestreet, M&S and Zedify https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-boden-hirestreet-ms-and-zedify/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-boden-hirestreet-ms-and-zedify/#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2024 11:30:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/a71dfdbc-a4d0-3bf7-b04f-7ebd2b908913 Play your part: cohesively threading sustainability across the value chain

From sustainable materials to consumer strategies and scope 3 targets, everyone across the fashion retail industry needs to be on the same page to reach sustainability goals. How can retailers, brands, manufacturers and suppliers all play their part? Our speakers discussed:

  • Outlining sustainability obligations: does everyone in the value chain know what is required from them?
  • How to build collaboration into your day-to day working
  • Where are products, processes and partnerships working well; what can we learn from this?
Ben Dreyer Strategy, sustainability and operations director - Boden   Isabella West Founder and chief executive - Hirestreet   Katharine Beacham Head of materials and sustainability in clothing and home - Marks & Spencer   Rob King Co-founder and chief executive - Zedify ]]> Play your part: cohesively threading sustainability across the value chain

From sustainable materials to consumer strategies and scope 3 targets, everyone across the fashion retail industry needs to be on the same page to reach sustainability goals. How can retailers, brands, manufacturers and suppliers all play their part? Our speakers discussed:

  • Outlining sustainability obligations: does everyone in the value chain know what is required from them?
  • How to build collaboration into your day-to day working
  • Where are products, processes and partnerships working well; what can we learn from this?
Ben Dreyer Strategy, sustainability and operations director - Boden   Isabella West Founder and chief executive - Hirestreet   Katharine Beacham Head of materials and sustainability in clothing and home - Marks & Spencer   Rob King Co-founder and chief executive - Zedify ]]> Drapers false No 2343 14 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - Drapers' Den Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2024 - Drapers' Den https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-drapers-den/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2024-drapers-den/#comments Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:30:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/c97c14ac-8ba1-37fa-bd0a-76f976563dec Our pick of the best sustainable companies to watch pitched head-to-head to our expert judging panel:

Natalie Binns, sustainable fashion consultant, Priya Downes, founder at Nudea and Touker Suleyman, chairman at Hawes & Curtis.  

4 startups battled for the chance to win the title of the ‘One to Watch’ at the Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards later that evening, as well as some mentoring support from industry leaders. 

For the first time this year, the audience had the chance to vote for their favourite via a live poll. The audience vote will accounted for 25% of the overall scores.

To find out who won, you can check out our coverage here.

]]> Our pick of the best sustainable companies to watch pitched head-to-head to our expert judging panel:

Natalie Binns, sustainable fashion consultant, Priya Downes, founder at Nudea and Touker Suleyman, chairman at Hawes & Curtis.  

4 startups battled for the chance to win the title of the ‘One to Watch’ at the Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards later that evening, as well as some mentoring support from industry leaders. 

For the first time this year, the audience had the chance to vote for their favourite via a live poll. The audience vote will accounted for 25% of the overall scores.

To find out who won, you can check out our coverage here.

]]> Drapers false No 2184 13 full Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - Michael Thomson, founder & CEO, Pour Moi Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - Michael Thomson, founder & CEO, Pour Moi https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2023-michael-thompson-founder-ceo-pour-moi/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2023-michael-thompson-founder-ceo-pour-moi/#comments Wed, 14 Feb 2024 12:30:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/2eed48e2-fb5d-3a1d-b368-e2484013b2a9 Michael Thomson closed the conference in conversation with Jill Geoghegan, discussing leading a business through change.

]]> Michael Thomson closed the conference in conversation with Jill Geoghegan, discussing leading a business through change.

]]> Drapers false No 1781 10 full Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - Building and embodying core company values Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - Building and embodying core company values https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2023-building-and-embodying-core-company-values/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2023-building-and-embodying-core-company-values/#comments Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:30:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/dfcdd4c5-ad00-3fcd-a99d-1993de08cbb0 The core values you hold as a company and as a leader are the guiding principles that can influence everything you do, and underpin your business’ personality: how do you and your business shape, live and breathe them?

]]> The core values you hold as a company and as a leader are the guiding principles that can influence everything you do, and underpin your business’ personality: how do you and your business shape, live and breathe them?

]]> Drapers false No 2459 11 full Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - David Gandy, founder, David Gandy Wellwear Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - David Gandy, founder, David Gandy Wellwear https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2024-david-gandy-founder-david-gandy-wellwear/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2024-david-gandy-founder-david-gandy-wellwear/#comments Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:30:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/e412bfea-e212-34e6-8758-12e1436ba1ac David Gandy, founder of David Gandy Wellwear, told Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 why he decided to launch the business two years ago and where he sees the market heading.

]]> David Gandy, founder of David Gandy Wellwear, told Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 why he decided to launch the business two years ago and where he sees the market heading.

]]> Drapers false No 1625 12 full Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - Paul Marchant, CEO, Primark Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023 - Paul Marchant, CEO, Primark https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2023-paul-marchant-ceo-primark/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-inner-circle-summit-2023-paul-marchant-ceo-primark/#comments Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000 draperstalks.podbean.com/972242a2-3d31-3446-9672-0390eb06e437 Paul Marchant, CEO of Primark, kicked off Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023. He identified ways the retailer is progressing with its click and collect offering, international expansion and making headway with its sustainability strategies.

]]> Paul Marchant, CEO of Primark, kicked off Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2023. He identified ways the retailer is progressing with its click and collect offering, international expansion and making headway with its sustainability strategies.

]]> Drapers false No 2298 9 full Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - Ger Wright, managing director of sport, Frasers Group Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - Ger Wright, managing director of sport, Frasers Group https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-ger-wright-managing-director-of-sport-frasers-group/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-ger-wright-managing-director-of-sport-frasers-group/#comments Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/4d41dd59-32c5-3870-a38c-c1b139492a1d Delving into the 360 elevation strategy that is driving the sports arm of Frasers Group into a new era - from shaping experience-led stores to building relationships with key brand partners that resonate with and inspire consumers.

]]> Delving into the 360 elevation strategy that is driving the sports arm of Frasers Group into a new era - from shaping experience-led stores to building relationships with key brand partners that resonate with and inspire consumers.

]]> Drapers false No 2036 8 full Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - fashion retail’s growth opportunities Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - fashion retail’s growth opportunities https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-fashion-retail-s-growth-opportunities/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-fashion-retail-s-growth-opportunities/#comments Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/e1bd47e7-b69c-362b-a9b8-7cf624a75e0b What matters to fashion consumers in 2023? How should brands be responding, disrupting, and innovating?

Are new clothes being viewed as an unaffordable luxury today? Or is a price-conscious mindset driving the need for higher-quality, longer-lasting clothing?

How much is price driving the growth of alternative models versus a sustainable mindset?

Which regions offer growth potential in today’s challenging climate, and how can you make an impact in new markets?

Panellists include:

  • Eshita Kabra-Davies, Founder and CEO, By Rotation
  • Beth Pettet, head of fashion brands, John Lewis
  • Heather Wight, tax technology solutions manager, Avalara
  • Moderated by Emma Finamore, features editor, Drapers
]]> What matters to fashion consumers in 2023? How should brands be responding, disrupting, and innovating?

Are new clothes being viewed as an unaffordable luxury today? Or is a price-conscious mindset driving the need for higher-quality, longer-lasting clothing?

How much is price driving the growth of alternative models versus a sustainable mindset?

Which regions offer growth potential in today’s challenging climate, and how can you make an impact in new markets?

Panellists include:

  • Eshita Kabra-Davies, Founder and CEO, By Rotation
  • Beth Pettet, head of fashion brands, John Lewis
  • Heather Wight, tax technology solutions manager, Avalara
  • Moderated by Emma Finamore, features editor, Drapers
]]> Drapers false No 1898 7 full Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - Vikki Kavanagh, managing director, Net-a-Porter/Mr Porter Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - Vikki Kavanagh, managing director, Net-a-Porter/Mr Porter https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-vikki-kavanagh-managing-director-net-a-portermr-porter/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-vikki-kavanagh-managing-director-net-a-portermr-porter/#comments Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/f62474f5-0a79-35de-851b-d2f742ee08cc The power of data in driving a future-facing business strategy: product, content and service

We began the day by exploring the big questions, uniting industry leaders on how they are driving innovation in this new era. Tune in for a a succinct insight into what matters; where to gain inspiration; and how to stay ahead!

 

]]> The power of data in driving a future-facing business strategy: product, content and service

We began the day by exploring the big questions, uniting industry leaders on how they are driving innovation in this new era. Tune in for a a succinct insight into what matters; where to gain inspiration; and how to stay ahead!

 

]]> Drapers false No 1187 6 full Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - Tom Beahon, founder, Castore Drapers Future of Fashion 23 - Tom Beahon, founder, Castore https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-tom-beahon-founder-castore/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-future-of-fashion-23-tom-beahon-founder-castore/#comments Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/d659ae19-58ae-33f1-8497-dd6120d8085d Brand-building innovation: the Castore story

Following a remarkable rise in an extremely competitive market, Castore co-founder Tom Beahon will join us to discuss the innovation that the premium sportswear brand is built on.

Tom Beahon, co-founder, Castore … in conversation with Jill Geoghegan, editor, Drapers

]]> Brand-building innovation: the Castore story

Following a remarkable rise in an extremely competitive market, Castore co-founder Tom Beahon will join us to discuss the innovation that the premium sportswear brand is built on.

Tom Beahon, co-founder, Castore … in conversation with Jill Geoghegan, editor, Drapers

]]> Drapers false No 2537 5 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Rewriting the rules of growth Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Rewriting the rules of growth https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/rewriting-the-rules-of-growth/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/rewriting-the-rules-of-growth/#comments Wed, 24 May 2023 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/ca238972-92fe-34b2-bf68-414d2e71d027 Fashion can be circular; it doesn’t have to mean take, make, dispose. But are alternative models financially viable? On March 28 we explored how non-linear models - from resale, rental and repair; the linking of green targets to profits; and degrowth - can make business sense as well as impact on the industry’s environmental footprint.

]]> Fashion can be circular; it doesn’t have to mean take, make, dispose. But are alternative models financially viable? On March 28 we explored how non-linear models - from resale, rental and repair; the linking of green targets to profits; and degrowth - can make business sense as well as impact on the industry’s environmental footprint.

]]> Drapers false No 2203 4 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Closing the denim loop: the power of knowledge and collaboration Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Closing the denim loop: the power of knowledge and collaboration https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/closing-the-denim-loop-the-power-of-knowledge-and-collaboration/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/closing-the-denim-loop-the-power-of-knowledge-and-collaboration/#comments Wed, 17 May 2023 12:00:00 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/d3d6f6a9-bdcf-3a40-bdb1-7c67c30da9b8 Revolutionising, shaping and educating the fashion retail industry on the future of garment production is key to a circular fashion future. Listen in as we explored ISKO’s newest hub in London, The Creative Room, from the technologies that drive a closed loop within the denim system to its role as a platform for education and support for the wider UK denim community. We delved into how working in partnership with designers, brands, retailers and universities drives shared knowledge and brings circular ideas, concepts and mindsets to life.

 

 

 

]]> Revolutionising, shaping and educating the fashion retail industry on the future of garment production is key to a circular fashion future. Listen in as we explored ISKO’s newest hub in London, The Creative Room, from the technologies that drive a closed loop within the denim system to its role as a platform for education and support for the wider UK denim community. We delved into how working in partnership with designers, brands, retailers and universities drives shared knowledge and brings circular ideas, concepts and mindsets to life.

 

 

 

]]> Drapers false No 1743 2 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Fireside chat with Veja Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Fireside chat with Veja https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/fireside-chat-with-veja/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/fireside-chat-with-veja/#comments Wed, 10 May 2023 12:01:14 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/cbe366dd-2ef6-3035-a634-dc3a7860782a Listen in as Drapers leads an intimate, in-depth exploration into an industry leader's journey so far towards sustainability and circularity, and the shape of future plans and ambitions.

 

Sébastien Kopp, co-founder, Veja

Jill Geoghegan, editor, Drapers

]]> Listen in as Drapers leads an intimate, in-depth exploration into an industry leader's journey so far towards sustainability and circularity, and the shape of future plans and ambitions.

 

Sébastien Kopp, co-founder, Veja

Jill Geoghegan, editor, Drapers

]]> Drapers false No 2184 3 full Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Drapers Den Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference 2023 - Drapers Den https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2023-drapers-den/ https://draperstalks.podbean.com/e/drapers-sustainable-fashion-conference-2023-drapers-den/#comments Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:51:15 +0100 draperstalks.podbean.com/4af5211e-69f2-3fea-a666-e35280ad4f77 Welcome to Drapers Talks, a new podcast by Drapers. Join editor Jill Geoghegan live from the 2023 Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference which was held 28 March at Kings Place in London.

This session, Drapers Den, invited our pick of sustainable companies to watch who pitched head-to-head to an expert panel of judges, battling for a chance to win mentoring support from industry leaders.

The judging panel was made up of Natalie Binns, sustainable fashion consultant, Christopher Raeburn, creative director and collaborator-at-large for RAEBURN, Timberland, and Touker Suleyman, founder and owner of Hawes & Curtis, Ghost, and Low Profile Holdings. 

Subscribe to Drapers Talks to have the latest episodes delivered direct to your device, and keep up with all the latest news at www.drapersonline.com

]]> Welcome to Drapers Talks, a new podcast by Drapers. Join editor Jill Geoghegan live from the 2023 Drapers Sustainable Fashion Conference which was held 28 March at Kings Place in London.

This session, Drapers Den, invited our pick of sustainable companies to watch who pitched head-to-head to an expert panel of judges, battling for a chance to win mentoring support from industry leaders.

The judging panel was made up of Natalie Binns, sustainable fashion consultant, Christopher Raeburn, creative director and collaborator-at-large for RAEBURN, Timberland, and Touker Suleyman, founder and owner of Hawes & Curtis, Ghost, and Low Profile Holdings. 

Subscribe to Drapers Talks to have the latest episodes delivered direct to your device, and keep up with all the latest news at www.drapersonline.com

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