Fashion Business Mindset

Elizabeth Formosa
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Fashion Business Mindset

Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Designers, Brands, Entrepreneurs, Makers & Mentors. Our mission? To increase the success rate in the Fashion Industry by creating a dynamic fashion business eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides industry insights and insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted & created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped. https://fashionequipped.com.au/

  1. Jack Rivera | Creative Director of Commonry | Transforming Inclusive Fashion

    18 MAR

    Jack Rivera | Creative Director of Commonry | Transforming Inclusive Fashion

    My Guest today is Jacklyn Rivera, the Creative Director of Commonry. Jack has over 15 years of experience in the fashion industry, across a range of roles and brands that have shaped her leadership and management style. Known for a values-driven approach, Jack is passionate about empowering women and fostering inclusivity within the fashion industry. Her expertise spans across strategic leadership, team development, and driving forward-thinking initiatives that prioritise diversity and sustainable growth. Jack's commitment to creating meaningful change is at the heart of everything she does, making her a dynamic force in the industry. Commonry was Established in 2020 and are proud to be an Australian-owned brand with a commitment to delivering premium wardrobe solutions for the modern woman. At Commonry’s core, they embrace a timeless approach to design, ensuring their pieces offer a contemporary style that resonates with their community. With a focus on design elevation, from carefully curated fabrics to thoughtful details, Commonry collections are crafted to elevate any wardrobe effortlessly. Commonry are committed to size-inclusive representation.They believe that fashion should be for everyone, regardless of shape or size. That’s why they offer a range of sizes to cater to diverse body types, ensuring that every woman can find something that makes her feel confident and beautiful. Commonry currently offer a size range of 8-22, soon to be extended to a size 24. During our Chat, Jack and I dived into: ·      The Power of the Commonry Community ·      Inclusivity Misconceptions ·      Commonry’s Creative Process ·      Their Considered In-store Experience ·      Meaningful Partnerships & Advocates ·      And What’s Next for Commonry – including  ‘A You Heard It Here First!!’   Visit Commonry at: Commonry | Commonry Connect with Jacklyn over at Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-rivera-0776b6116/ _____________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #Commonry #CurveSizes #CurveFashion #Inclusivity #Diversity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    50 min
  2. The Future of Fashion Wholesale & Trade Shows with Jenny Nakkan

    4 MAR

    The Future of Fashion Wholesale & Trade Shows with Jenny Nakkan

    Welcome to our FIRST episode of SEASON 6! My guest today is Jenny Nakkan, the Founder of Elevate Wholesale Agency and the Founding Partner of Splash Sydney, Australia’s first international fashion trade show. A trailblazer in the fashion wholesale space, Jenny has built Elevate into a go-to consultancy for Australian brands looking to launch or scale their global wholesale channels. With a deep industry understanding and a strategic, hands-on approach, Jenny offers an exclusive match making service where she connects brands with sales agency showrooms, crafts tailored growth strategies and helps them navigate the complexities of domestic and international wholesale. Through Splash Sydney, she’s redefining the trade show landscape, providing a world-class platform for Australian brands to showcase, connect, and expand their reach on a global scale. During our chat, Jenny and I discussed: Her journey into wholesale and the inspiration behind Elevate Wholesale Agency The evolution of the wholesale landscape and what it takes for brands to succeed today The challenges and opportunities for brands entering the wholesale market The power of trade shows, including the vision behind Splash Sydney How brands can leverage wholesale to scale sustainably Her predictions for the future of wholesale and fashion trade shows Jenny’s insights are invaluable for any brand looking to grow through wholesale. Splash Sydney is happening on May 12-13​ at Walsh Bay. Visit Splash Sydney or @‌splashsydneyshow on Instagram to explore visiting or exhibiting at this event. If you have any questions,  you can contact Jenny via the link on the Splash website or head over to  elevatewholesaleagency.com.au and reach her there. _____________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #Wholesale #ElevateAgency #SplashSydney #FashionWholesale  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    54 min

  3. 18 FEB

    Impact Edit I Denni Francisco I Founder of NGALI

    As we prepare to launch Season 6 of Fashion Business Mindset in the coming weeeks, enjoy this Impact Edit with Denni Francisco, a visionary fashion entrepreneur and proud Wiradjuri woman with over 25 years of industry experience. Over the past five years, I've had the privilege of chatting with some of the most inspiring thought leaders and changemakers in the fashion industry. From highly successful entrepreneurs and founders to those on their exciting start-up journey, my guests have shared their stories, insights, and strategies for making an impact while shaping the future of fashion. Thanks to you, our audience is growing rapidly, with new listeners joining us every week. To help you gain the most out of our conversations, we're excited to introduce our Impact Edit, which showcases the most powerful insights from our previous longer-form episodes. These are the golden nuggets – the ideas, strategies, and perspectives that can help you learn something new, spark a new idea, or solve a challenge you're facing in real-time in your business. And best of all, we've purposefully kept these episodes short – minimum time for maximum impact! So whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out on your journey, our aim is that you end each Impact Edit, with new information that will help you make a lasting impact in your business, with your team and your community. You can tune into the full episode with Denni and be inspired by NGALI here. _____________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #Ngali #FirstNationsFashion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min

  4. 4 FEB

    Impact Edit | Paul Waddy | Ecommerce Advisor

    As we prepare to launch Season 6 of Fashion Business Mindset in the coming weeeks, enjoy this Impact Edit with Paul Waddy. Over the past five years, I've had the privilege of chatting with some of the most inspiring thought leaders and changemakers in the fashion industry. From highly successful entrepreneurs and founders to those on their exciting start-up journey, my guests have shared their stories, insights, and strategies for making an impact while shaping the future of fashion. Thanks to you, our audience is growing rapidly, with new listeners joining us every week. To help you gain the most out of our conversations, we're excited to introduce our Impact Edit, which showcases the most powerful insights from our previous longer-form episodes. These are the golden nuggets – the ideas, strategies, and perspectives that can help you learn something new, spark a new idea, or solve a challenge you're facing in real-time in your business. And best of all, we've purposefully kept these episodes short – minimum time for maximum impact! So whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out on your journey, our aim is that you end each Impact Edit, with new information that will help you make a lasting impact in your business, with your team and your community.   You can tune into the full episode with Paul here. Paul Waddy | Leading Ecommerce Advisor shares how to Successfully Scale Ecommerce _____________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #eCommerce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min

  5. 19/12/2024

    Your 2025 Blueprint: Level Up Your Fashion Business for Growth, Impact, and Resilience

    In this final episode of Fashion Business Mindset for 2024, we’re diving into a Level Up Session to help you reflect on the past year, learn from its lessons, and create a powerful, actionable blueprint for success in 2025. This episode is packed with strategies, tools, and inspiration to help you: Reflect on your wins, challenges, and key lessons from 2024. Explore the top trends and opportunities shaping the fashion industry in 2025, including brand elevation, circular economy, tech integration, and the resurgence of physical retail. Build your 5-step blueprint for levelling up with clear goals, optimised operations, and meaningful connections. Download your FREE 2025 Business Blueprint to map out your goals and step into the new year with clarity and confidence HERE now.  ________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #eCommerce #AustralianFashion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min
  6. Michaela Wessels, CEO of Style Arcade | Unlocking 44% Growth for Fashion Brands & Retailers

    12/12/2024

    Michaela Wessels, CEO of Style Arcade | Unlocking 44% Growth for Fashion Brands & Retailers

    Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Michaela Wessels, CEO & co-founder of Style Arcade. Style Arcade is revolutionising the retail and e-commerce space with its cutting-edge platform, empowering fashion brands to make data-driven decisions. Michaela is a retail and e-commerce veteran with over 15 years of experience in merchandise buying, planning and consulting. Michaela’s trailblazing work ethic and entrepreneurship has seen Australia's biggest brands replace spreadsheets with intelligent fashion analytics and digital range planning from Style Arcade. Michaela's background in finance formed the foundation of entering into over a decade of global retail experience, including formative roles at Truworths, Lacoste and The Iconic. Michaela founded Style Arcade in 2018, it’s; an all-in-one AI-powered merchandise buying and planning platform, providing intelligent merchandising recommendations to some of the world’s biggest brands and retailers. Backed by Acadian Software (Klaviyo, Convoke) Style Arcade has grown in excess of 200% annually since inception and has garnered the trust of over 6,000 global users. Working with both brands and retailers across more than 13 countries from pure-play e-commerce giants like The Iconic, Princess Polly and White Fox, to cult designers like Aje, Christopher Esber and Amiri. Currently, 63% of the platform’s revenue has come from word-of-mouth highlighting the company’s significant brand awareness amongst fashion industry data fanatics. During our chat, Michaela and I delve into The entrepreneurial journey behind Style Arcade The importance of leveraging data for decision-making in fashion How brands can innovate to stay ahead in a competitive market. How Style Arcade helps you optimise size accuracy, streamlines inventory management, and enhances assortment planning. How Style Arcade helps businesses maximise profitability and improve in-season trading with features like AI-driven size and buy calculators, advanced retail analytics, and seamless e-commerce integration,. Michaela also shares her invaluable insights on navigating the challenges of scaling a business and fostering creativity in a tech-driven industry.   You can connect with Michaela at Linkedin here. Head to the Style Arcade website and book a Demo here. ________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite:Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #eCommerce #AustralianFashion #StyleArcade #MerchandisePlanning #MerchandiseBuying See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
  7. Building an Iconic Australian Brand | Alexandra Bell, Founder of Alexandra

    26/11/2024

    Building an Iconic Australian Brand | Alexandra Bell, Founder of Alexandra

    I’m thrilled to welcome  Alexandra Bell, the founder and creative director of ALEXANDRA Australia and most recently, the beautiful content creation space, Beau Bell Studio. With a passion for fashion, she launched her namesake label in Melbourne in 2016. Today, the brand’s headquarters, thriving eCommerce business, first bricks-and-mortar store, and creative studio are all based on the Gold Coast. The brand embodies Lexi's vision — and that of countless women like her — who lead busy, multifaceted lives, seeking comfort and ease without sacrificing style. The label focuses on timeless, ready-to-wear essentials that prioritise longevity over fleeting trends, balancing elevated detail with relaxed silhouettes, creating a signature comfortable feel, Balancing the demands of content creation with rising costs, Lexi launched Beau Bell Studio as a versatile photography space for the brand and the broader creative community. Lexi supports local startups by providing affordable access, recognising the challenges new businesses face in managing costs while striving to make their mark. Lexi has been a client of mine for the past 18 months, and I’m always thrilled to showcase the incredible, talented entrepreneurs I have the privilege of working with every day. During our chat, Lexi and I dive into: The key learnings of a growing business The power of brand elevation Building a strong connection with customers The balance of performance marketing and brand marketing The excitement of opening your first store Leading a growing team Launching Beau Bell, her own creative studio on the Gold Coast And so much more! Lexi has also extended a generous offer for Beau Belle Studio bookings exclusively for our Fashion Business Mindset audience. Beau Bell Studio already offers 50% off bookings for startups trading for less than two years. But this summer until the end of February 2025, Fashion Business Mindset listeners can enjoy an exclusive 30% discount on bookings for established businesses. Just mention our podcast to the team at Beau Bell to claim the offer! Link to studio below. _____ You can connect with Lexi on Instagram at @‌alexandrabell_alx Visit Alexandra at A L E X Λ N D R A Australia - effortless cool and signature comfort **Or on Instagram **@‌alexandraaus Check out Beau Bell Studio at  Studio for Photography | Gold Coast Photography Studio | Photoshoot Studio and be sure to mention our pod for a discount if you want to make a booking. ___________ Work with us in 2025! If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite:Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business! #FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#podcastersofinstagram  #melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast  #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #eCommerce #Alexandra #AustralianFashion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    50 min
  8. Jordy Heis | Mastering eCommerce with Shopify’s Trusted Advisor

    13/11/2024

    Jordy Heis | Mastering eCommerce with Shopify’s Trusted Advisor

    Today, I'm thrilled to have Jordy Heis joining us. Jordy is Shopify’s Senior Retail Product Consultant for ANZ, where he drives growth and retention for retail merchants across the region. Known for his expertise, Jordy has become a trusted advisor to some of the most dynamic, category-leading fashion brands, including Incu, Patagonia, LSKD, FRANKIE4, and Henne. With a background as a graphic designer turned data enthusiast, Jordy brings a unique blend of artistry and analytical skill to help brands succeed. He’s passionate about helping businesses leverage both design and data to grow strategically in the competitive eCommerce space. In today’s conversation, Jordy shares: Invaluable insights into scaling eCommerce brands Building a compelling brand identity The evolving role of technology in retail, exciting developments from the frontline at Shopify and much more. You can connect with Jordy at: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordyheis/ ------ NOW OPEN - Join our INDIA SOURCING EXPERIENCE TRIP in February 2025.  Express your Interest** here.**If you would like to take your Fashion Business to the next level and work with Elizabeth and her team in 2025, connect with Fashion Equipped via any of the following links and enquire about Consulting, Mentorship or Online Learning.Instagram: @‌fashionequipped  @‌startyourfashionbusiness_auPodcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite:Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion EquippedLet's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!#FashionBusinessMindsetPodcast #FashionEquipped #StartYourFashionBusiness#podcastersofinstagram  #melbournebusiness #sydneybusiness #brisbanebusiness  #fashionbusiness #Australianbusiness #businessadvice #podcaster #australianfashion #fasionbusinessconsultant #consulting #consultancy #businessstratey #businessstrategist  #businesstips #goodbusiness #businesspodcast #Shopify #ShopifyExpert #eCommerce #BrandStrategy #eCommerce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Designers, Brands, Entrepreneurs, Makers & Mentors. Our mission? To increase the success rate in the Fashion Industry by creating a dynamic fashion business eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides industry insights and insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted & created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped. https://fashionequipped.com.au/

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    • Creator
      Elizabeth Formosa
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
    • Episodes
      100
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      © 2025 Elizabeth Formosa
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