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Send us a textIn this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about Nigerian fashions and the designers.Zeee goes into her admiration of some different Nigerian designers and how overall she feels like Nigerian fashion designers are definitely paving the way for new skills to be learned. Monica praises Nigerian fashion designers for their skill level and the unique styles they come up with. She also expresses how she likes using Nigerian manufacturers over some other countries because of how they cater to the black woman body type. Our hosts go into what makes luxury fashion worth buying and give some tips on how to make your brand sellable in that market. As well as go over their their weekend into other topics.If you loved this episode and want to hear more make sure you leave us a five star review and subscribe.!Support the show

Send us a textIn this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ discussed some retail hot topics. With Saks 5th Ave. taking on new partnership we question how their reputation will survive moving forward. Monica talks about how she thinks they will not be able to get brands to sign on to showcasing in their stories easily with their history of not paying their their brands. Zee discuss what the future for luxury and e-commerce could be.While Zee thinks luxury on Amazon and Walmart might be a good idea Monica has a different opinion. If you like this week's episode and want to hear more make sure you leave us a five star review and let us know what you think. See you next week!Support the show

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Send us a textIn this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZeee talk about different fashion topics that are in the zeitgeist right now. Our hosts go from talking about the closing of the joann's fabric stores to target announcing their decision to close their DEI programs. Also they discuss luxury brands opening up cafes and restaurants and what that does for their brand and if you should do that with yours. Don't forget to like and subscribe to our podcast and tell a fashion friend! Support the show

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In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about some of the latest fashion hot topics. From pucci's controversial campaign to J C Penny's new layout. Our hosts talk about how different ideas for retail stores in 2025 just won't work. As well as touch on what some custom designers need to do in order to keep their clients happy. If you liked this episode and want to hear more make sure you subscribe so that you can Tune In every time we upload. See you next week!Support the show

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In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about their 2024 year and whether or not they accomplished the goals they set forth in 2023. Our hosts go over what those goals were in 2024 and what they did and didn't accomplish. They also talk about how they feel about what they did and why. And while some goals were not reached they still are both optimistic and grateful for everything they accomplished in 2024 while looking forward to 2025. In Part 2 they go into more detail about their 2025 goals and list out some ways they plan on achieving them. Don't forget to share this podcast with a fashion friend so we can have more fashion besties in 2025. Leave us a five star review to hear more!Support the show

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Is podmas a thing? Similar to Vlogmas enjoy this holiday daily mini series of tips for our listeners of Fashion business babes, entrepreneurs & influencersFrom Monica & XYZeeeeSupport the show

In this weeks episode Monica Monique and XYZeee catch up on the holiday weekend from Thanksgiving festivities to Black Friday weekend shopping. Our hosts touch on everything from business, spending time with family, what they watched over the weekend and more. Casually touching on therapy and more our hosts dip in and out of fashion business topics this week and get into life chit chat. If you liked this episode and want to hear more make sure you subscribe and share with a friend!Support the show

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about fashion Nova the bread. They go from talking about how it started and the man behind the grand to where it is today in all the drama that has happened in between. Is fast fashion a good thing when it comes to a business plan? Does fast fashion companies make so much money that it doesn't even matter the consequence? Monica and Z talk about some controversies that the brand has been involved in since its start. As well as some things we're noticing is fashion designers and fashion business owners that we could take notes on. If you love this episode and want to hear more make sure you subscribe and give us a five star rating as well as share with your fashion friends. See you next week!Support the show

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about the holiday season that's coming up and what they are looking forward to for the holiday season. Our host discussed holiday fashion and what you wear to holiday parties. As well as some of the seasons joy from holiday parties to cooking food and watching old TV favorites. They also talk about some gifts you might want to consider for your fashion friends or your fashion entrepreneurs in your life. If you love this episode and want to hear more definitely give us a five star review and subscribe to tune in next week!Support the show

In this episode, Monica and Zeee dive into the iconic legacy of Ralph Lauren, exploring how the brand evolved from humble beginnings to a global luxury fashion empire. They discuss Ralph Lauren's most iconic styles, from preppy casual wear and the famous polo shirt to the brand's luxurious Purple Label line. The conversation also covers the brand's historical milestones, including its influence on pop culture and the controversies it has faced. Plus, a deep dive into the role of James M. Jeter, who has been instrumental in shaping Ralph Lauren's high-end menswear and recently named creative director for the men's polo brand Support the show

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 In this weeks episode our hosts Monica Monique and Xyzeee Step into the glittering worlds of lingerie and luxury fashion with Fashion Reimagined, where we explore the iconic and ever-evolving stories behind some of fashion's biggest names. In this special episode, we dive into the history of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, tracing its meteoric rise to cultural phenomenon, its fall amid changing tides in the fashion industry, and the latest attempt at a comeback—does it hit the mark? We'll also dissect the bold and unapologetic legacy of Fenty, Rihanna's powerhouse brand, which shook up the beauty and fashion world with its radical inclusivity. Tune in for deep dives into brand legacies, a review of Victoria's Secret's new show, and conversations on how brands like Fenty and Victoria's Secret are adapting to today's more inclusive fashion landscape. Support the show

In this weeks episode Monica Monique and Zee talk about Resin. Everything from making resin corsets and clothing to other things resin is good for and used for. But first, Zee tells Monica how she had to go to the emergency room because as she was making a resin corset she got it in her eye and was blinded by it. Our hosts also get into other designers 3d fashion as well as Zee's journey with her "frozen corsets" collection.Check out this episode and come back for more as your fashions friends will keep you posted on business and life updates along the journeySupport the show

In this weeks episode Monica Monique and XYZeee catch up on life and discuss a fashion episode of "Recipe for Change"Monica and Zeee first catch up on the life, friendships, business and more before they jump into todays fashion topic.Our hosts jump right to the topic of a conversation about what it's like being black in the fashion industry. Based on the YouTube channel Springhill did with Aurora James. The conversation overall was great but Monica and Zee thought maybe some people spoke more , a lot more, then others. Check out the episode and let your fashion besties know what you thought.Be sure to come back next week for another episode and share this podcast with your fashion friends!!See you next week!Support the show

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about what they've been up to business wise. Zee talks about why she joined Etsy's platform after all this time. While she was excited about all the traffic to her page something went left and she tells the story.Is this possibly why people are leaving Etsy? What did they do to her and her business page? Should she give up already?Our hosts also talk about what other creatives are saying about the platform.Let us know what you think about this episode and share with a fashionable friend. Talk to you next week!Support the show

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZeee talk about some fashion topics from Dior to NDAs and more. After catching up on what's been going on lately between new gym routines and spending time with family, our hosts get into their normal fashion conversations. Dior being sued by the Italian government for "overcharging " or what Monica calls making a profit. They also bring up how having an NDA in your fashion business can help you secure your brand from employee design thieft. Let us know if you love these conversations and want to hear more. Don't forget to follow us on Youtube to be part of the conversation! Become one of our fashion friends and subscribe! See you next week...Support the show

In this weeks episode Monica Monique and Zee talk about how to get more traffic to your brand website. They discuss methods that people may view as unethical to get other businesses customers. Should you do everything necessary to drive traffic to your website? Whether it hurts there business or not.Our hosts also go over different ways to phrase captions and posts to get more customer engagement.Lesson: Learn different ways to get customers to engage with your social media posts by wording your content this way!Lesson: Get tips on how to drive more traffic to your fashion brand website through these marketing hacks and strategies Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by leaving us a 5 star review and make sure you share it with your fashion business friends!!!Support the Show.

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about the reality of depending on your talent for your bills. Zee speaks on how having a full time job made her not work on her brand at all verses now working on her business 6 days a week for less money but feeling more fulfilled  She also discusses the possibility of moving back home to support her brand and how that would affect her mentally Monica brings up how you can lose your passion by depending on it for your bills but diving in head first is most times the only way you'll commit to figuring it out. Our hosts talk about so much more so check this out and let us know in the comments or leave us a reviewSupport the Show.

In this episode Monica Monique and XYZeee talk about couture versus cut & sew.   What's the between the two? And are you just saying you are a couture designer because it sounds good?Zee confesses her new found love for some boy and how it's been making her feel better lately. Speaking of love our hosts talk about the wedding in Lake Como of Rondo and Latoia and the fashion looks her guests wore. Check out this episode and share it with a fashion friend. Support the Show.

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZeee talked to Nia about her fashion Journey after leaving Monica's store / mentorship. Nia talks about her struggles finding her way in her life at the same time as figuring out her fashion Journey. Nia talks about what she did during the pandemic and how that boosted sales for her in some ways but also how her personal relationships sometimes got in the way of her being able to focus on her goals. Monica asked questions about how she dealt with customers or how she's learning about her target audience by selling. Check this episode out this is a part two to last week's episode where we followed up on the inside of the story on why her and Monica so out. If you love this episode and want to hear more make sure you like and subscribe and share this with a fashionable friend!Support the Show.

In this episode Monica Monique and XYZeee have a special guest. Welcome Miss Nini.Amore / NIA to the podcast. NIA heard our past episode about and wanted to clear the air. Go back and listen to "They stole my stuff but I still love them" from a couple months ago to get caught up. But in this episode we hear Nia's side of the story. What really happened on her side and why she feels like Monica was the one who let her down.They get into what it was like for Nia in high school and where things started to go downhill unbeknownst to Monica. And how bad it actually got for her. This episode has a part where Nia gets into her fashion journey that started through working at Monica's store but actually carried her through rough times when Monica wasn't there. Whew! Let us know on youtube what you think of this episode and keep an ear out for part 2. Support the Show.

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about some fashion  hot fashion topics that have been floating around. Starting off with the brand Coach. Are they making a comeback? Are you about to go out and buy a coach bag to match your outfit? And how did the brand survive a slow. When the younger generation wasn't buying but was there older loyal customers still buying and holding up the brand? Next we talk about having a fashion brand signature. Just like loubaton has their red bottom shoes and other brands have a signature style does your fashion brand have anything that screams you? We discussed different ways to implement some little details that make your brand different than the others. After that we discuss what are clothes are made of. Is fast fashion killing us? It looks like it might actually be, just another way to get chemicals through our bodies. If you loved this conversation and want to hear more make sure you share it with your fashion friends and we'll keep having these conversations with you! 

In this week's episode Monica and XYZ talk about different management styles and how they affect employees. Monica talks about how she is the type of manager that teaches her team how to be self-sufficient and how to be their own boss to the point where they quit her company and go be their own boss. While this might be a good problem to have as Monica always wants to be influential it's a bad problem when she needs employees to actually stay with her company.Zee talks about her experience with prom season and how she feels like she was doomed to fail from the beginning.  Monica talks about how her prom season went now that it just ended. To hear more of the conversation definitely check out this episode and leave a comment or review if you want to hear more.! And don't forget to share with a fashionable friend!                                                                                

In this weeks episode Monica Monique and XYZeee discuss how to build a community around your fashion brand.They go through the three things that "this guy" says you NEED to have but we disagree in one area. However we agree that this certain tip is defintely a must! Our  hosts also talk about Joann fabrics filing for bankruptcy and what that means for sewists around the country. Do they shop at Joanns? Not really, but is it  a key resource for a lot  of seamstresses and designers with less access to other fabric stores, yes. Monica talks about  different ways they can improve the shopping experience while Zee talks about a collaboration between them and other stores.    Check out this weeks episode, they get into some other fashion topics but take a listen and let us know your  thoughts 

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZeee talk about life outside of their fashion businesses. Monica and Zeee talk about the idea of expanding their living spaces and what that could do for their lives.Monica talks about the balance of managing your money when it comes to investing, spending, and your living environment. Zee gives an update on the new editions she added to her sewing studio and how they made her feel. If you loved this week's episode and want to hear more make sure you subscribe and give us a five star review. And don't forget to share with a fashionable friend! 

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZeee talk about the age of 27 and 28. In lieu of Zee's birthday they talk about what   they were doing at that age and what that year meant to them.In addition our hosts discuss work life , family life and more. In this weeks random catching up conversation. Make More with Matt HeslinExplore strategies to thrive financially, build legacy, and enhance life experiences.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

In this week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ discuss a multitude of topics. Our hosts get into whether or not it's a good idea to have family be a part of your business and how that can affect every other aspect of your life. Z talks about how she saw a business and a person go downhill because of family and friends being involved in their business. Our hosts also discuss Hermes again and why the fact that you can't have the bag is why you'd want it. Why are people suing the company over not being able to purchase the bag?  Monica talks about why she thinks the solar eclipse is cap. & more if you loved this episode and want to hear more make sure you like share and subscribe!!! and don't forget to leave us a five star review 

This week's episode Monica Monique and XYZ talk about the history behind the Burberry brand. Monica goes into a detailed history of how Burberry came to be in Britain and how that has led up to today. Our hosts go over burberry's top 10 moments pivotal moments that the brand has evolved through over time.Zee  gives her opinion on how the Burberry brand could come more into the 21st century and Monica talks about how possibly the brand could use a new staple print and capitalize off of their rich history of outerwear and push that narrative more. In addition we go over some of our favorite Burberry looks and more. If you love this episode and want to hear more definitely subscribe to our podcast and don't forget to leave a five-star review!