53 episodes

Tune in for real talk on fashion x culture that cuts through bias. On this podcast, we believe that labels belong on clothes, not people! Join the journey of discovery at the intersection of industry and academia where we ask deep questions meant to inspire change.

New York-based host Zara Korutz has been in the media space for over a decade with brand expertise in luxury, fashion and arts. Zara earned an MA (with Distinction) in Fashion Critical Studies from Central Saint Martins in London and is now a PhD Fashion Studies researcher at Massey University. For more info, www.unbiasedlabel.com

Unbiased Label Host Zara Korutz

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Tune in for real talk on fashion x culture that cuts through bias. On this podcast, we believe that labels belong on clothes, not people! Join the journey of discovery at the intersection of industry and academia where we ask deep questions meant to inspire change.

New York-based host Zara Korutz has been in the media space for over a decade with brand expertise in luxury, fashion and arts. Zara earned an MA (with Distinction) in Fashion Critical Studies from Central Saint Martins in London and is now a PhD Fashion Studies researcher at Massey University. For more info, www.unbiasedlabel.com

    McQueen's Voss S/S 2001 Show Review with John Matheson

    McQueen's Voss S/S 2001 Show Review with John Matheson

    This episode is a McQueen I Voss I S/S 2001 runway show review with the incredible London based John Matheson aka @McQueen_Vault.

    John, who has been curating is private McQueen archive for over 25 years, has contributed to many fashion discussions, publications, and exhibitions including LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art) and NGV (National Gallery Victoria, Melbourne).

    If you love Lee Alexander McQueen, then this conversation is for you. I hope you enjoy and please share your thoughts!



    ***WARNING: Video contains images that may be considered sensitive ***



    Runway Video Courtesy of Alexander McQueen YouTube channel. You can access it HERE.



    #leealexandermcqueen #alexandermcqueen #mcqueen #mcqueenvault #johnmatheson #unbiasedlabelpodcast #zarakorutz


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    • 13 min
    Tee Eben x Franklin Fresh: The Culture of Streetwear

    Tee Eben x Franklin Fresh: The Culture of Streetwear

    This episode is a conversation with two culture makers based in London-- Terence Eben (Tee) and ⁠Franklin Fresh⁠.

    Tee built streetwear brands in the U.S. from back in the day in the 1990s. He has always played a role in bridging culture from the early days of hip hop emergence.  Tee's brand NEVER FADE focuses on marrying social agenda and design philosophy, with a focus on creating a label as an advocate for the global millennial generation. Franklin Fresh found his way to fashion as a stylist who partners with Trap Star as a brand collaborator. Franklin is also a musician and visual artist.

    Follow Franklin Fresh's Spotify page HERE.

    #fashion #streatwear #culture #hiphop #virgilabloh #music #musicandfashion


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    • 23 min
    NYFW Special Episode: Adrian Alicea

    NYFW Special Episode: Adrian Alicea

    This episode is a conversation with Adrian Alicea, Voguing Icon of the Red Era Ballroom and New York City fashion designer. Alicea will show his eponymous brand in NYFW on Sunday, September 10th at La Mama.

    Alicea toured the world as a professional dancer alongside the legendary Willi Ninja including two electrifying performances in “Deep in Vogue” and “Waltz Darling” by the multi-talented Malcolm McClaren. You may remember the now iconic image of Alicea vouging the runway with Iman and Willi Ninja for Thierry Mugler in 1989. Alicea also modeled and danced the runway for Hermes, Giorgio Armani, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Gianfranco Ferre, Vivienne Westwood, and Patricia Fields to name a few. He has also been featured in Vogue around the world for his performing and fashion designs.

    Adrian Alicea is a new romantic of romantic excesses. Creating a pirate-like fairy-tale of disguises, he walks a tightrope between ironic hedonistic inclination and highly serious commentary.There is an insane carcinogenic, merciless narcissism. There is a deafening, endless shout of “gimme more!” – Earl Murray

    A special shout out to Edwin Fontanez--it's because of your fashion show Bondages in 1989 that today, I met Adrian. Thank you also to Smile Design Gallery on 57th St. for the incredible studio space. We love the whole crew over there!



    #NYFW #adrianalicea #deepinvouge #Voguing #Vogue #Newyorkfashion #fashion #NYCfashion #unbiasedlabelpodcast


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    • 23 min
    David Curtis-Ring: Artist Maker of Wedgwood Armour for Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY SS24 Collection

    David Curtis-Ring: Artist Maker of Wedgwood Armour for Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY SS24 Collection

    David Curtis-Ring is a British artist and designer, based in London. He specialises in creating set design and sculpture for installation, film and performance. David is known for his collaborations with Craig Green, working alongside the designer, since the brand’s launch in 2013. He was production designer for Pink Floyd’s The Endless River film directed by Ian Emes and in 2020 he designed the multi-sensory installation Next Landscape for C.P. Company’s FW020. David graduated from Goldsmiths University in 2008 with a BA in Fine Art Textiles. His sculptures have appeared in Vogue, GQ, Dover Street Market and Harrods. While other collaborations include work with Nick Knight, Adidas, Champion, Moncler and Scottish designer Charles Jeffrey.

    #DavidCurtisRing #Fashionsetdesigner #charlesjeffreyxWedgwood #wedgwood


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    • 27 min
    Frank New: It's A Queer Barbie World

    Frank New: It's A Queer Barbie World

    Barbie, the movie, is the much anticipated summer film of 2023! So, we had to join the Barbie conversation with Barbie Guru Frank New who is a New York-based Barbie collector and academic from the queer lens. Frank travels the globe sharing their Barbie research. Frank lives fearlessly out-loud with authentic fabulousness! Frank is the founder of fashion and event production company ManYourStyle. Frank received a Master of Arts in Costume Studies at New York University.



    #barbie #queerbarbie #barbiethemovie


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    • 25 min
    Kimberly Jenkins: Fashion Blueprint for Breaking Boundaries

    Kimberly Jenkins: Fashion Blueprint for Breaking Boundaries

    This episode a conversation with Kimberly Jenkins who is a brilliant, boundary breaking woman and world-renowned fashion educator, consultant, and leading voice on fashion and race.  Kimberly is the founder and CEO of Artis Solomon, a fashion consultancy firm, and founder of The Fashion and Race Database, a one of a kind learning platform that is supported by subscribing universities and museums globally. Most recently, she co-produced and hosted the podcast, "The Invisible Seam," in partnership with Tommy Hilfiger, highlighting the underrepresented contributions Black culture to fashion.

    Kimberly who is based in New York—is a fashion boundary-breaking role model—a trailblazer who is pushing for change in fashion. For over a decade, Kim has been studying the impact of our clothes and how we express ourselves, through the lenses of politics, race, psychology and anthropology. Kimberly is best known for introducing the course, Fashion and Race, at Parsons, and for working as an education consultant for Gucci in Europe and Asia to support their efforts on design and cultural awareness. Kim’s important work has been recognized by many publications including Vogue, The Business of Fashion, The Financial Times, The Washington Post , The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Guardian, DAZED, i-D, W, and NYLON to name a few.

    Please join me as I talk with Kim, an OG of Fashion Studies who is reshaping boundaries.

    #kimberlyjenkins #fashionandrace #invisibleseam #fashionstudies


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    • 31 min

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