Dignify

Oh, it's good to be back! We're finally making a comeback!This brand new episode features a discussion about branding in the new realities (you know, the whole pandemic stuff), Victoria getting sidetracked yet again, Maria saying the word "quarantine" in an interesting manner and both of your beloved hosts complementing each other left and right. Oh, but don't get this wrong – it's still on point. Enjoy!Special shoutout to some of the podcasts that we love and that help get us by:podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-business-of-fashion-podcast/id1225204588?l=enpodcasts.apple.com/podcast/2bobs-with-david-c-baker-and-blair-enns/id1219490591?l=enpodcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-futur-with-chris-do/id1209219220?l=en——Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts – Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

With the New Year approaching it's time for us to take a little break. But before shifting into full holiday mode we would like to share an episode Maria and I did where we discussed why the majority of design agencies are founded by men. I have to say we talked about a very interesting issue! In advance we would like to wish you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. We sincerely hope you are going to enjoy this episode and the ones that came before. Thank you for sharing this part of the journey with us. The next year looks even brighter. ——Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

Base is an international design agency that was founded in 1993 in Brussels by Dimitri Jeurissen and two of his partners.As of today, Base has creative led studious in Geneva, Brussels, New-York and Melbourne. Over 26 years this agency worked with world-renowned brands, foundations and companies, such as Pantone, IFM, Art.Brussels, MOMA, Foundation Louis Vuitton and NASA.In our interview we discussed the humble beginnings, brand strategy, the difference between working in business and on business, heritage and it’s worth, and of course, luxury and dignity.Now, let’s get to the part where Dimitri’s smooth voice and gravitas guide you through the intricacy of Base Design Agency.Enjoy!——Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

Lateral Branding was founded in Barcelona in 2007. Over the course of the last 12 years they’ve worked with numerous avowed brands such as Simon Coll, Amatller, Pastoret and many more.During our interview with the founder of Lateral - Francesc Bofill - we discussed the brand image and how it can be constructed, history and storytelling in packaging, branding for family businesses, promises to clients and values of the agency.Go grab yourself something sweet and let’s start this episode!——Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

In this episode yours truly discuss things they learned, things that changed and some other shenanigans. Enjoy!Also, check out our new intro!Here's the link to the 2Bobs podcast we were talking about. Highly recommend to listen to it!podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2bobs-with-david-c-baker-and-blair-enns/id1219490591---Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

This time with sat with Juan Camdera, founder Aktiva, a brand design agency based in Barcelona that deals with product design of premium fragrances and has more than 20 years of experience. Prada, YSL, Carolina Herrera are just some of the brands that Aktiva has worked with.During our conversation with Juan we discussed the never boring social media topic, evolution of the definition of luxury, to believe the hype or not and what it actually means, elusive needs of the clients and what they seek in products. Prepare yourselves: there a wagon or two of value coming right your way!Visit aktiva.es for more!Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

This time we got the chance to go down the rabbit hole with Marc Català, creative director of Mucho — an international design studio that's been present on the market for 19 years.Operating from San-Francisco, New-York, Paris, Barcelona and Sydney, today Mucho has six departments and about 30 to 40 active design teams.Over the years they have worked with brands such as Apple, Balenciaga, Carolina Herrera, Martin Margiela and more.We had a truly meaningful chat with Mark, going over the concept change and strategy development for mass and luxury markets, talked about recognition for graphic designers, ideas that can't be owned, graphic design agencies imagined as fashion houses, the question of product value and, finally, future of graphic design in the world of design.Visit wearemucho.com for more... for Mucho (get it, huh?)Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

Hey dignifyers! We thought that you might be interested in who stands behind the scenes of behind the scenes, so we decided to create a sort of introductory episode. While we are still in the begging of our first season, it’s important for us to let you know that this particular season is all about design agencies that operate in the luxury sector. When it comes to what is going to be in the next season, well... you’d have to stay tuned and see for yourself.But right now enjoys today's episode about us and our hopeful ramblings.Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

In this episode we sat down with the founder and CEO of an award winning creative agency Contagious, which has offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow. This year Contagious were awarded a prestigious design prize Pentawards for their Lind&Lime Gin project.We asked Matt about starting an agency, their strategy, changes over the years, relationship with clients and alcoholic beverages, specifically about one bottle that costs 100.000 pounds. The last one, to your surprise, takes an interesting turn.Visit contagious.co.uk to see more of their incredible works.Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.

We had a pleasure to sit down with Derek Wallis, CEO of Harlequin Group of Companies (harlequin-design.com). Being one of the most prominent ​Commercial & Retail Design Agencies, they have a vast experience of working in the big leagues. Coach, Armani, Burberry, and Harrods are just a few brands in the long list of their clients.During our brief but fruitful meeting, we talked about how and when Harlequin was born, their difference from other agencies, how did the attention span of the general public change, what it takes to attract a buyer with visual merchandising, Harlequin’s working preferences and their message. Mr. Wallis also shared a bit of advice with us, so stick till the end if you want a piece of his knowledge!Dignify is podcast presented to you by two very different but equally enthusiastic hosts - Maria, an industry insider, and Victoria, a narrator.Learn more on:Our website: dignify.xyzOur Instagram: instagram.com/dignify.podcastOur facebook: facebook.com/dignify.podcastThanks for your feedback!Cheers.