Rewire Fashion

Dr. Karin
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Welcome to Rewire Fashion, the podcast where fashion meets digital innovation, hosted by an entrepreneur, fashion designer, and Web3 professional, Dr. Karin. Each episode features exclusive conversations with industry visionaries, designers, tech and digital pioneers, exploring emerging trends such as virtual couture, digital fashion, blockchain authenticity, and wearable NFTs. Join us to explore how luxury brands worldwide are navigating fashion tech, digital sustainability, and the Web3 revolution. Connect for more insights and updates: LN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/

Episodes

  1. 11/04/2025

    Vogue Singapore – Innovation and Vision for the Future | Exclusive Publisher Insights

    When Vogue Singapore launched during a global pandemic, it became a laboratory for fashion's future. Its Publisher Natasha Damodaran shares how the magazine transformed disruption into bold innovation – NFT covers and AI-generated imagery, heat-reactive prints, and metaverse experiences. But this conversation goes deeper than technology. It's about balancing heritage with innovation, protecting creative integrity in the age of AI, and documenting cultural moments that define our time. In this episode, we explore: • The strategic thinking behind using AI-generated content • How NFTs gave artists ownership and legitimacy in fashion • Why transparency matters more than perfection in the AI era • Why Vogue Singapore's QR code cover, AI cover, and other initiatives were more than novelties, they are timestamps • Balancing innovation with editorial integrity and reader trust 🎙️ Follow for more conversations at the intersection of fashion, technology, and culture. __________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:25 – Vogue Singapore's Initiatives Chronologically: 01:50 – The First NFT Cover: QR Codes, Digital Galleries & Blockchain 04:30 – Why Web3 and Creative Ownership Mattered 06:20 – Audience Reaction: Legitimizing Digital Fashion 09:20 – The AI-Generated Cover (March 2023) 10:40 – Human + AI Collaboration: The Process Behind the Cover 12:40 – Connecting Heritage with Innovation: How Luxury Brands Should Embrace Technology 15:30 – Balancing Innovation with Risk and Reputation 17:35 – The Heat-Reactive Print Cover: The Process Behind 19:43 – Vogue Singapore's Philosophy: Future Through Innovation 22:05 – The Vogue Foundation and Supporting Entrepreneurs 24:40 – Next in Vogue: Platform, Events, and Community Building 27:20 – What Technologies Are at the Forefront in Fashion: AI for Searchability 28:45 – The Secondhand and Vintage Revolution 31:00 – What's Next for Vogue Singapore? 33:00 – The Vogue US AI Model Backlash: Lessons Learned 34:10 – Transparency, Trust, and Reader Expectations Matter 37:29 – The Pivot to Imperfection: Authenticity Over AI Perfection 39:45 – Ethics and AI: How Vogue Singapore Approaches It 41:40 – Will We See AI Models in Vogue Singapore? 43:20 – Q&A: The Metaverse Space: What They'd Refine 44:35 – Q&A: Dream Collaboration and Final Thoughts 45:25 – Vogue Singapore – 2026 Vision: Balancing Heritage and Innovation in Asia __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Natasha Damodaran: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-damodaran/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashadamodaran/ Vogue Singapore Website: https://vogue.sg/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LY Rewire Fashion (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-fashion/id1829664523 Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/ #RewireFashion #Vogue #VogueSingapore #AIModels #FutureOfLuxury #BrandStrategy #DigitalTransformation #FashionTech #LuxuryBrands #CommunityBuilding

  2. 10/21/2025

    How Luxury Is Changing for the Next Generation: The New Status Symbols

    Luxury has to change. Because the context has. Craftsmanship, heritage, and service still matter. But today’s consumer expects something deeper: connection, personalization, and digital immersion. Sandra Helou, CEO & Co-Founder of MetaMinds Group, believes this shift defines the future of luxury. Through VersAI, she’s proving that emotion and technology now shape what “exclusive” really means. In this episode, we unpack: • How emotional connection became the new status symbol • Why “a great product” is no longer enough - even for luxury brands • Why community is now a brand’s strongest asset • How mid-tier brands like Coach and Alo Yoga are redefining luxury through experimentation • The rise of immersive commerce - from static grids to digital worlds • The difference between slow heritage brands and agile, aspirational ones 🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations at the intersection of fashion, technology, and culture. __________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:45 – The New Meaning of Luxury: From Owning to Feeling 03:15 – Why a Product Alone Is No Longer Enough 05:13 – Who Owns the Audience Nowadays: From Brands to Influencers 07:00 – How Community Became the New Luxury 08:20 – Alo Yoga and the $3,000 Gym Bag Debate 11:55 – Emotional Luxury: Feelings as the New Status Symbol 13:20 – The Home as the New Luxury Experience 15:08 – Cafés, Cars (Ferrari, Porsche, and Mercedes), and Lifestyle Expansion in Luxury 19:45 – From E-Commerce to Immersive Commerce for Luxury Brands 20:59 – What Is Immersive Commerce? 22:30 – What “Stepping Inside a Brand” Really Means 24:30 – How Digital Experiences Differentiate Real Luxury 25:48 – The Role of AI in Personalization and Storytelling 30:15 – Why Mid-Tier Brands Lead in Innovation and Agility 31:55 – Experimentation and the Rise of Aspirational Brands 32:55 – MENA’s Growing Role in Luxury and Tech Innovation 36:45 – Heritage and Luxury Brands in Europe vs. the MENA Region 38:59 – MENA Region - Final Thoughts __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Sandra Helou: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrah26/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandratlibe/ X: https://x.com/sandra_tlibe?lang=en → Sandra's projects: MetaMinds Group: https://www.metaminds.group/ VersAI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/versai-the-immersive-commerce-platform/about/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LYRewire Fashion (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-fashion/id1829664523Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarinDr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies:Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/ #RewireFashion #LuxuryInnovation #ImmersiveCommerce #FutureOfLuxury #BrandStrategy #EmotionalLuxury #LuxuryExperience #DigitalTransformation #FashionTech #LuxuryBrands #CommunityBuilding

  3. 09/30/2025

    High Heels – Reinvented with AI and Health Tech

    Can high heels be good for your health? Pietro Allegretti believes they can if you redesign them with cutting-edge tech. ➝ Luxury heels haven’t seen a big functional change for more than 100 years.➝ Now it might be the time to redefine them as wellness wearables powered by AI, IoT, and tech. Crafted in Florence, designed in Dubai: YU.SH is where heritage meets innovation. ◼︎ In this episode, we unpack: • What can make high heels a medical-grade wearable • Why the shoe industry avoided innovation (and how startups are changing that) • How AI helps personalize experiences • Why wellness tech is moving into fashion • A look inside the tech: 3D-printed insoles, sensors, wireless charging • How this idea could expand to worker shoes, post-surgery recovery, and beyond 🎙️ 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 conversations at the intersection of fashion, technology, and culture. __________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro01:02 – Pietro Allegretti & The Story Behind YU.SH02:18 – How Heels Become Wellness Wearables03:12 – What’s Inside: 3D-Printed Insoles, NMES, and Sensors04:45 – Scientific Foundation: Wellness Through Muscle Activation09:55 – Active vs. Passive Wearables11:00 – Use Cases for Daily Life - Flying, Sitting, and Fatigue Prevention12:20 – Shoe Innovation - Origin Story14:45 – Regular High Heels - Risks to Your Health18:00 – YU.SH - Customer Journey: Color, Foot Scan, Insole21:04 – Why Big Brands Don’t Innovate; Luxury & Tech Integration23:14 – Rewriting the Heel Narrative27:35 – Brand Collabs + B2B Model30:14 – Heritage + Innovation: Can Luxury Brands Integrate Tech?34:15 – Ferragamo Inspiration: Comfort and Beauty as Innovation36:36 – How to Position Tech in Footwear39:15 – Q&A40:43 – Vision 2030 for Wellness Footwear __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Pietro Allegretti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pietro-allegretti-70326a134/ YU.SH LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yu-sh/YU.SH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yu.sh_shoes/YU.SH Website: https://www.yush.ae/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LY ⁠Dr. Karin (YouTube): ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin⁠Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/⁠Dr. Karin (Instagram): ⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/⁠Dr. Karin (TikTok): ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin⁠ Check Dr. Karin's companies:Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/

  4. 09/16/2025

    Metaverse Fashion Week Curator on Virtual Worlds, Gaming & the Future of Fashion

    Is the “old metaverse” dead? Dr. Giovanna Graziosi Casimiro explains why the term may have faded, but the movement is only just getting up to speed. ➝ The term “metaverse” was overhyped in 2021–22. ➝ But platforms and Web3 projects are alive and thriving – Roblox alone has ~250M monthly users. ◼︎ The meaning has shifted: today, we talk about social gaming and virtual worlds. Flashy avatars are just the surface. The real essence is in communities, identity, ownership, and the ways for brands to build cultural value and legacy in new ways. In this video, you’ll learn about: • How Giovanna led Metaverse Fashion Week, what worked (and what didn’t) • How film studios and fashion houses are using platforms, and why some brands like Fenty set a blueprint for phygital commerce and community co-creation • Why the use cases for digital spaces are vast and growing• Web3 loyalty traps: overpromising and brand risk • Roblox as a retail + storytelling channel• Digital vs. physical fashion: false divide 🎙️ 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 conversations at the intersection of fashion, technology, and culture. __________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:14 – What Is the Metaverse Now? 04:10 – Web1 → Web2 → Web3 and Metaverse Ownership 05:01 – Digital Body: Avatars as Extensions of Identity 06:22 – Gen Z/Alpha & Games: Fortnite, Roblox, ZEPETO Reshape Self-Expression 06:55 – Soul vs. Body: Transhumanism, Cyborg Culture, and Upgrading Ourselves 11:01 – Responsibility and Tech Ethics: Users Train AI 12:20 – Roblox and “Social Gaming” 14:07 – Terminology Shift: Why Brands Prefer “Social Gaming” Over “Metaverse” 15:15 – Stigma and NFTs: The Word Problem vs. Real Utility 17:00 – Decentraland & Metaverse Fashion Week Origin: DAO, Foundation, Funding, Community 17:41 – What is DAO? (DAO 101) 20:06 – D&G Family NFTs: Mystery Boxes, Tiers, and Lessons Learned 21:16 – Brand Promise Risk in the Digital Space 25:22 – What Works: Kiki World, e.l.f., and Fenty’s Smart Experiments 27:58 – Producing MVFW: Maps, UGC, Runways, Quests, 3D Assets, Community 31:25 – Paris ROI: Why You Don’t Replace Paris 35:18 – “Bad Taste” Online? Fewer Rules, More Freedom 40:58 – Fashion = Technology: From Materials to Industrial Processes __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Dr. Giovanna Graziosi Casimiro: Giovanna's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ggcasimiro/ Giovanna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggcasimiro/ Giovanna's Substack: https://drgigi.substack.com/ Sawhorse Productions: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sawhorse-productions/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LY Rewire Fashion (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-fashion/id1829664523 Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/ #MetaverseFashionWeek #DigitalFashion #VirtualWorlds #SocialGaming #Roblox #FashionTech #Web3 #NFTs #FutureOfFashion #Avatars #FashionInnovation

  5. 09/02/2025

    The Sandbox: Gaming, Fashion, and Metaverse Explained

    In this episode of Rewire Fashion, I’m joined by Sebastien Borget, co-founder of The Sandbox – one of the world’s leading decentralized gaming platforms where users and brands co-create immersive experiences, own digital assets, and build thriving virtual economies. The Sandbox is part of Animoca Brands, a Hong Kong-based Web3 powerhouse known for developing blockchain games and investing in NFT, GameFi, and metaverse projects globally. From Gucci and Lacoste to Snoop Dogg and Paris Hilton, 400+ brands and creators are using The Sandbox to tell stories, build communities, and redefine ownership. What you’ll learn in this episode: • Why global brands are investing in digital activations • How The Sandbox became a top-3 metaverse platform • The role of gaming in storytelling, loyalty, and cultural relevance • What true digital ownership means for avatars, land, and fashion in Web3 🎙️ Follow for more conversations at the intersection of fashion, technology, and culture. __________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:25 – What is The Sandbox 02:34 – Building The Sandbox Metaverse 05:00 – From Gaming to Web3 08:53 – Gaming as Culture: 3.5 Billion Gamers Worldwide 12:48 – Gamification: How Brands Keep Users Engaged 16:33 – Ownership and IP in Web3 22:43 – UGC as Proof of Loyalty, Gamification, and Education 27:37 – Fashion and Storytelling in the Metaverse 30:41 – The Sandbox – Communities and Brand Collaborations 39:39 – Why Some Activations Flop and Others Go Viral 43:40 – Digital legacy and Inheritance 47:54 – Commerce, Exclusivity and Phygital Experiences 51:57 – Advice to Brands and Future Outlook __________ → Follow us: Learn more about Sebastien: Sebastien's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/borgetsebastien/ Sebastien's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebastienborget/ Sebastien's X: https://x.com/borgetsebastienThe Sandbox: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesandbox-game/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesandboxgame/ Website: https://www.sandbox.game/en/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LY Rewire Fashion (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-fashion/id1829664523 Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/

  6. 08/19/2025

    Luxury Retail in 2030 | How AI Changes the Fashion Game

    Luxury is evolving – and so are the technologies shaping it. 🎙️ In the 4th episode of Rewire Fashion, I had the pleasure of speaking with Pedro Lopez-Belmonte Eraso – a forward-thinking strategist in Web3 and blockchain for luxury and retail. In our conversation, we explore: • How Gen Z and Gen Alpha are changing what luxury means • Why generative AI and AI agents will reshape customer experiences • The power of digital product passports for personalization and loyalty • What the boutique of the future looks like: phygital, human-led, and seamless • How digital twins and virtual try-ons can reduce returns and waste Whether you're working in fashion, tech, or anywhere in between – this episode is packed with future-focused insights. 🔔 Follow Rewire Fashion for more visionary conversations at the intersection of fashion and digital innovation. __________ ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:25 – Luxury Industry - Challenges 04:52 – "Not-Flat" Digital Experience in Luxury E-commerce 05:48 – E-commerce Return Rate Problem 06:38 – Partial Digital Presence 08:11 – Generative AI Impact 11:30 – Cartier Goes Virtual 12:30 – How Far Are We from Seamless AI Experiences? 13:20 – The Rise of AI Agents 14:22 – Personalized and Human-Like Interactions 15:45 – Will Luxury Lose the Human Touch? 19:44 – Why Virtual Matters 23:52 – Brand Avatars: Visual vs. Voice 30:42 – Seamless Tech Experience (Digital Twins) 34:11 – Shared vs. Personal Devices 35:31 – Is the Luxury Customer Ready to Go Digital? 37:19 – Gen Z & Millennials – Expectations 38:12 – Boutique Experience in 2030 42:35 – Learning the Brand Story Matters 43:38 – Digital as the Next Step of Evolution in Luxury __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Pedro: Pedro's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/plberaso/ Pedro's X (Twitter): https://x.com/plberaso → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LY Rewire Fashion (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-fashion/id1829664523 Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/

  7. 08/12/2025

    New Trends in Fashion Technology 2025: AI, Digital Twins, and DPPs

    🎙 In Episode 3 of Rewire Fashion, I meet with Liya Dashkina, a thought leader and a professional at the intersection of Web3, AI, and finance. She joins the conversation to unpack the future of digital twins, wearables, and AI in fashion. Together, we explore how digital twins, AI, and wearable tech are reshaping the fashion landscape – from ethical challenges to immersive retail experiences. By watching this episode, you will discover: • What digital twins are and how they're changing modeling and creative workflows • Why AI in fashion raises existential questions • The value and challenges that wearables like Meta Glasses and Google Glass face • How digital product passports can be improved Major players are already betting on fashion tech. The question is: Are you ready for it? To stay ahead of what’s next, hit “Follow” and join me for the future of fashion! 💬 Feel free to leave your questions in the comment section and share more about your experiences. __________ ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:09 Trends in Fashion Tech: Digital Twins 04:13 Ethical Challenges and Digital Twins 06:02 Will Model Agencies Be Cut Out Due to Digital Twins? 07:48 Are Digital Twins Taking Jobs? 11:22 Benefits of Digital Twins 14:15 Will Humans Be Replaced by AI in Fashion? 20:06 Existential Concerns in Fashion 21:49 Practical Applications of AI in Fashion 26:45 Using AI in Offline Stores 32:30 Meta Glasses, Google Glasses: The Potential of Wearables 37:30 Diane von Furstenberg × Google Collaboration 39:23 Aesthetics and Functionality of Technical Wearables 40:21 Digital Product Passport 43:37 Mission of FashionTechME 45:06 Why the Middle East Is Ideal for Fashion and Technology __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Liya and FashionTechME: Liya's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liyadashkina/ Liya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liyadashkina/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): FashionTechME (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/fashiontechme/ FashionTechME (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/fashiontechme/ FashionTechME (website): https://www.fashiontechme.com/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Rewire Fashion (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5RhuTThh8RMCJ1jpGEc5LY Rewire Fashion (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-fashion/id1829664523 Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Compliance and payment solutions: https://www.scalecompliance.com/

  8. 08/05/2025

    The New Face of Merch: Blockchain, Wearable Tech, and Digital Identity

    🎙 Episode 2 of Rewire Fashion features Colby Mugrabi, founder & CEO of mmERCH. We had a thoughtful conversation on how merchandising, technology, and culture are converging to reshape fashion’s relationship with communities. In this episode, we explore: → The evolution of merch: from nostalgia to tech-enabled → What makes mmERCH different – and why its wearable wallet may reshape how we experience and own fashion → Whether we should be wary of blockchain, or simply understand it better → The future of engagement, digital access, and creative commerce Tech-enabled fashion is no longer about wearables – it’s about connection, access, and community. mmERCH is showing what that future looks like. 💬 Feel free to leave your questions in the comment section and share more about your experiences. __________ ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:44 – Origin of Merchandising (Merch) 03:55 – Evolution of Merchandise 05:11 – Merchandising and Fashion 08:09 – Why People Buy Merch 10:42 – What is mmERCH? 19:15 – What are NFTs and How to Buy NFTs 22:52 – mmERCH 2.0 and Wearable Wallet Technology 25:37 – What is a Wearable Wallet and How Does It Work? 26:55 – Difference Between Garment-Bound and Soul-Bound Tokens 28:14 – Wearable Wallet as the Future of Merch 29:39 – mmERCH Goals 30:44 – Ways to Engage with Wearable Wallet 36:52 – Should We Be Afraid of NFT and Blockchain? 38:06 – Gated Content and Gated Product: Meaning 39:36 – Dior’s Approach to Gated Content 42:02 – Competition in Tech-Enabled Fashion 43:48 – The Meebits Drop __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Colby Mugrabi and her company: Colby's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colby-mugrabi-bb0bb023a/ Colby's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minniemuse/ mmERCH (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/mmerchxyz/ mmERCH (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/mmerch/ mmERCH (website): https://mmerch.xyz/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/

  9. 07/29/2025

    Redefining Digital Fashion: AI, CGI, the End of Phygital, and What Comes Next

    🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1 of Rewire Fashion – a podcast where fashion meets digital innovation. In this debut episode, Dr. Karin meets with Asia Kotenko – a digital fashion pioneer, CGI/VFX expert, immersive tech strategist, and the CEO of CELED Studio. We discovered how fashion is evolving through Web3, "phygital" experiences, and AI. By watching this episode, you will find out: - How CGI and VFX are shaping visual storytelling - What phygital really means, why it should be cancelled (and the terms we hope will be the new norm) - QR codes, NFC chips, and how augmented fashion extends in the real world - The risks of losing authenticity in AI-driven creativity - Why personalized content is key to future brand success Brands like Gucci, Prada, and Balenciaga are already on board with these trends. Are you? 🔥 To stay in the front row of digital innovation, hit "Follow" and be the first to listen to new episodes. 💬 Feel free to leave your questions in the comment section and share more about your experiences. __________ Follow us: → Learn more about Asia Kotenko and her company: Asia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasiia-kotenko-a417251a0/ Asia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiagattini/ CELED Studio (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/celed/ CELED Studio (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/celed.io/ CELED Studio (website): https://www.celed.io/ → Follow us on your favorite platform: Dr. Karin (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@itsdrkarin Dr. Karin (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/ Dr. Karin (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/itsdrkarin/ Dr. Karin (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdrkarin Check Dr. Karin's companies: Law (Web3 and traditional legal services): https://www.lorezlegal.com/ Crypto compliance: https://www.scalecompliance.com/ Fashion, luxury, and tech-connected workshops (UAE): https://www.fashiontechme.com/ __________ ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:25 Who Is Asia Kotenko? 02:00 Main Changes in Digital Fashion Nowadays 03:06 What Is CGI, and What Is VFX? 04:00 Phygital Might Be the Wrong Term 05:52 Digital Activations: QR Codes and NFC Chips 08:38 What Is Phygital – Definition and Implications 10:00 The Impact of COVID on Fashion Tech 11:50 Augmented Fashion – A New Term #1 (Addition to Real-World Experience) 13:38 Connected Fashion – A New Term #2 (How to Connect with Customers Emotionally) 16:30 Immersive Fashion – A New Term #3 (Full Experience, Beyond Wearing) 18:45 Should Phygital Be Cancelled? 19:25 The Path of Brands Toward Digital Innovation 21:00 Digitally Active Brands: Calvin Klein, Gucci, Balenciaga, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada 26:25 Why the Right NFT Implementation Strategy Matters 28:10 Educating Brands on Web3: Is It a Necessity? 30:15 CGI vs. AI – What’s the Difference and Which One to Choose? 34:26 Personalized Content in Brand Communication 36:36 The Risk of Losing the Human Touch Due to AI Development 40:02 How Not to Lose Authenticity in Today’s Tech-Driven World 42:29 Will AI Take Over the Creative Process? 43:45 How to Start Implementing Digital Innovation

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Welcome to Rewire Fashion, the podcast where fashion meets digital innovation, hosted by an entrepreneur, fashion designer, and Web3 professional, Dr. Karin. Each episode features exclusive conversations with industry visionaries, designers, tech and digital pioneers, exploring emerging trends such as virtual couture, digital fashion, blockchain authenticity, and wearable NFTs. Join us to explore how luxury brands worldwide are navigating fashion tech, digital sustainability, and the Web3 revolution. Connect for more insights and updates: LN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-lorez/

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    Dr. Karin
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    2025
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