Welcome to the Eyes on the Brands Podcast. Hosted by Benie-Francisca, and guests sharing our views and insights on the industry. We our keeping the conversation going, by highlighting key topics around the industry, and challenging old Fashion views. Stay Tuned !
Have we all become impatient shoppers or do we enjoy scanning our new items at self checkouts .. which one is it ? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eyesonthebrands/message
In todays day and age, anyone can become an influencer and we've even seen some become signed to agencies. However, for those that paved the way, where are they and how are they keeping up with the times --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eyesonthebrands/message
Sarah Burton showcased her last show recently at Fashion Week for the final time at Alexander McQueen. Her departure from the house, meant that all the remaining (and her replacement) are now all Male. The uproar created by this was highlighted by Diet Prada and just shows how far back we've gone in the industry.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
H&M this year has collaborated with designers such as Mugler and recently announced another collaboration with Paco Rabanne. It is really the year of collaboration. However, this doesn't hide the fact that H&M are under scrutiny for greenwashing. Customers are able to donate their unwanted items for £15 vouchers and these items are said to be reused or repurposed into new garments. Yet, a majority of their items are sent to landfill sites in Ghana, which has gone on for several years.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
we've cracked LFW Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
scrap everything in your calendars when it hit September because it is dedicated to Fashion. For 4 weeks straight we are whisked to New York, London, Milan and Paris, yet this year London Fashion Week have put themselves back on the map. Starting off with Vogue world, the return of the Supers, LFW, MFW and also Naomi Campbell's new collection with Pretty little thing. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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on this episode join us as we discuss the British fashion council and the winners of the fashion fund. where are the winners now? Has It benefitted them in the long run and how are the winners selected.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A few months ago Edward Enniful announced that he will be stepping down as the editor and chief of British Vogue. From his iconic debut cover putting Adowa on the cover it was set the tone for diversity for British Vogue. Enniful says he would move into a more creative position giving him more control, however he will still oversee the role. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
H&M and Mugler recently launched a collection together making luxury accessible to all. However, was this affordable at high street prices or were the designs a hit or miss for the regular shopperSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
eBay, Vinted, Brand deals are moreSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the 20th off June 2023 Pharrell Williams' the new creative director of Louis Vuitton was the most highly anticipated event of Paris Fashion Week. Benie was unsure whether Pharrell would be the right fit for the role but has her mind changed since?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another short teaser of whats to come ! its our fourth year and we are going to celebrate, stay tuned and follow us on all our platformsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Looking back at London Fashion Week we highlight Daniel Lee's new collection as creative director of Burberry, was it a hit or miss? We also look at London Fashion Week PR and guestlist attendees, do they fit the brand or are they solely there for the hype?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The popularity of designer outlets such as Bicester village are one of the locations Brits march down to weekly to discover discounted rates of luxury brands. however, most of these designs aren't what you find in the main stores ... quality too Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BooHoo thought it would be a good idea to put kourtney kardashian as the new sustainability brand ambassador ... vogue quote it as "a move that can only be viewed as another blatant attempt at greenwashing in the fashion industry."Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Balenciaga's recent campaign was beyond public outrage and raised concerns about the brands ethos and child safe guarding rules. Since then the brand have released that they will be partnering with the National Children's association to train over 2,000 employees on child safety. However, will this be effective?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New episodes, more vibes and more FashionSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Y2K era of fashion, making a comeback? Benie-Francisca, Miiellee and Destini break down the era and explore the affects of Y2K and body dysmorphia Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Discussing all things SHEIN the unknown company bursting at the seams as fast fashions leading giant estimated to be valued at $100 billion dollars Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
If you've listened to our previous episodes, our last fashion week recap was a total, full of negativity and bad vibes. However on this Fashion Recap, your girls were quite amazed at the quality and standard of this years FW22 shows. We look back at Dior, Moschino, Balmain, Offwhite, and a hint of LFW. London Fashion Week is still very much hit or miss but is it needing a vast revamp or do we need to get the British Fashion Council a wake up call to shake the scene again... London is in need of a revival ASAPSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Our first visual episode and we're discussing nepotism in the fashion industry. Those that have benefitted from the modelling industry and given a head start to booking major shows and magazine covers are those such as kendall jenner and the hadids. Yet to what extent has nepotism ruined the likes of other models to be given the spotlight ?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/eyesonthebrands. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On this episode we look back at Virgil Abloh's career and what he has done for the industry and his impact on young creatives today.We also have a sweet chitchat on The British Fashion Awards. Who was more deserving of winning the title, designer of the year?Was it Kim Jones for Fendi and Dior Men or Daniel Lee for Bottega Venetta ?.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Business of Fashion recently reported that Fashion Brands Ultra & Abercrombie & Fitch are the latest brands that have launched same delivery.What sort of impact would same day delivery have on the industry and the environment? How would workers feel? Will this cause more damage? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On today's episode of EOTB we will be discussing a viral tiktok video by a fashion activist who caught Coach dumping hundreds of damaged back when they have a recycling policy on their website. Is fashions plan of sustainability just a marketing ploy or are we ever going to see change? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Welcome back to a new episode of Eyes on the Brands and on todays episode we will be discussing Black models and the continuous makeup mishaps backstage and Fendi collaborating with Skims.Leomie Andersons recent tik tok video created such a buzz where yet again diversity is back for another round of social buzz. When will black models be catered to appropriately?Fendi x Skims an unexpected collaboration. is it needed, why is it here and must brands always collaborate ? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Join Benie-Francisca, Miiellee and Destini as they discuss the shows on SS22. Though the Fashion season has come to an end, episode 2 we are bouncing back to SS22 and asking whether designers met the assignment. From Burberry, David Koma, Fendace and Body types on the runway and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
To new beginnings and fresh startsNew hosts, catching up and releasing all our fashion frustrations Eyes on the Brands (EOTB) is back and you may hear some new voices in the mix. We can officially welcome Miellee and Destini to the EOTB with our first episode back alongside Benie-Francisca. On this episode the Women are catching up on the comeback of EOTB and Fashion since the lifting of covid lockdown restrictions, where and what they've been up to individually, MET Gala and what they are most looking forward to, in this new season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We're back and as you can hear we've got some new voices added to the team. Joins us as we catch a vibe, breaking down all Fashion does and don'ts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Lockdown has shaken the Fashion industry. It has forced the industry to pause and rethink their structure and how fashion is viewed and showcased to the world. The set of digital shows that have taken place during lockdown has shown how digital fashion still needs more attention and thought to be as successful as the aspect of physical shows. However, Fashion is physical, fashion is the glitz and the glam, fashion is present and thrives when it’s alive. How will the industry adjust to change --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
The Fast Fashion Bondage continues, as Boohoo comes under fire once again. Join myself and guest Miellee on EOTB --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Following on from BBC Four the Woman’s Hour Podcast. Naomi Campbell shared her POV on the industry and professionalism of Instagram models, as compared to professional models. Have agencies switched their priorities and catered to an open range ? Join Benie-Francisca and special guest Model Kia Lee, on this next episode of EOTB --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Hello guys after a long break and adjusting to the changes due to covid-19. We’ve decided to set up a fundraiser for EOTB. Join us in our journey to keep our podcast running and set a solid foundation. Check out the link in our bio, or on our website to donate --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
The Business of Fashion recently released their report on the State of Fashion however due to the rise of the pandemic an altered report based around the Issues of Covid-19 and it’s potential affect on the Fashion Industry. On today’s episode we will be joined by Jefferson Ocran, exploring the current state the Industry is in. As the days goes on few of the statements in the report are quickly becoming dated as more companies (Luxe and Fast Fashion) show changes within revenue. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Join us today at 4pm with Director and Founder of LaMarche Fashion, Jefferson Ocran --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Welcome to episode 2 of Fashion of Covid! On today's episode we will be joined with Graphic Designer, Rianna Joseph, catching up on all thing Covid-19 and how she has had to adapt to working from home. Of course we went off topic and had a little comparison to how other brands, have adapted to sudden changes. Is it business as usual or must companies adhere to stricter rules even after Covid-19. Kick back relax, and join in on our conversation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Join us alongside Graphic Designer Rianna Joseph, on our next episode which will be out on Thursday ! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Introducing our new weekly series Fashion on Covid - the affects of the pandemic. On the first episode of the series, we will be joined with CEO of Hasaria London, Aneesa Qureshi. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Introducing our new weekly series Fashion on Covid - the affects of the pandemic. During this time we will be releasing episodes featuring, small fashion businesses and creatives. Our first episode will be out next week Thursday at 7pm. In the meantime if you are a: Small Luxe business, Photographer, Retoucher, Stylist, Creative director, in Production, Designer, PR & Marketing etc and you would like to be featured in future episodes, send us an email at info@eyesonthebrands.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
There’s something brewing in the EOTB camp --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
New York fashion week AW20, sparked the question of whether, fashion week should be cancelled. Major Fashion Brands this season, have announced that they would rather showcase abroad rather than New York .... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
For today’s episode we are focusing on, Fashion Atelier and Couture. Its only right that we bring back our favourite @tifaqui_ , to break this down with us as we also look back and celebrate the success of @jpgaultierofficial, at his final couture show which took place last week. Question to our listeners: Do you think more designers would take a step back and retire? 7PM --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
This week we have seen Paris Fashion Week set the standards and the bar that we’ve been waiting for, for Fashion Week ! Yesterday we saw Jean-Paul Gaultier retire at 50yrs of constant couture. We will be breaking this all the way down stay tuned next week ! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Luxury Lingerie Designer @hayatihasaria will be joining us on EOTB to discuss all things Lingerie and Luxury. Every woman wants to feel beautiful wearing lingerie and @hayatihasaria delivers this desire specifically to her niche and breaks the taboo around Lingerie and modesty --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Hello all happy new year, we are officially back from next week Thursday at 7pm ! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
Last week the general election happened and it’s only right that we discuss Fashion and Politics in terms of the general election and the highly anticipated Brexit saga. Christmas is a few days away and Sale season is approaching. Do consumers still have enough disposable income to splash on the high street? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
On today’s episode, we are back with Sarah ! On the last episode she stepped on our necks, stating Zac Posen didn’t survive because he didn’t have other forms of commerce...... interesting right ! We also chopped it up on, Klarna and other saucy topics. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message
For our Fashion week highlights finale we our covering Paris Fashion Week! - Yes i know we are well deep away from Fashion and are soon heading into a new season but its always nice to look back on a few things. Joining Benie-Francisca on todays episode is Fashion Debutant Sarah and she will be sharing her views on Brands such as: Balenciaga, Balmain, Valentino, and comparing the collaboration of Dries Van Noten and Christian Lacroix. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eotbpod/message