SUNDAY REFOCUS

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In 2024, we brought together 13 creative pioneers based in Edmonton. One year later, we are sharing their stories. Welcome to Sunday Refocus, a Styled by Nif production. We are a conversational podcast that aims to empower emerging creatives in the fashion industry. We are on a journey to refocus our path toward greater heights. Our podcast serves as a community forum and invaluable resource dedicated to fostering self-development and facilitating the growth of emerging fashion creatives.

  1. The Mastermind Behind 2ND Coming & NICE2CYOU with Josue Ngimbi | Sunday Refocus Season 2

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    The Mastermind Behind 2ND Coming & NICE2CYOU with Josue Ngimbi | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we sit down with Josue Ngimbi, a 27-year-old fashion designer, stylist, and creative director based in Edmonton. Josue is the founder of 2ND Coming, a fashion brand he started while still in high school, and the creator of NICE2CYOU, a curated event series that blends fashion, music, and culture while prioritizing inclusivity and community. Josue shares how he began building his brand at a young age, the creative process behind his first collection, and the challenges he faced launching 2ND Coming. He opens up about what keeps the brand distinct, how NICE2CYOU came to life, and the lessons he’s learned from curating community-driven events. We also explore his recent work in styling with musicians, how he approaches different creative projects, and the advice he has for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs. Josue reflects on the Edmonton fashion scene, the changes he hopes to see, and what’s next for both 2ND Coming and NICE2CYOU. If you’re passionate about fashion, youth entrepreneurship, creative direction, or building culture-driven communities, this episode will inspire you to think bigger. 🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.

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  2. How Aliya Logun Creates Bold Photo Editorial Worlds | Sunday Refocus Season 2

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    How Aliya Logun Creates Bold Photo Editorial Worlds | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we sit down with Aliya Logun, an Edmonton-based fashion and portrait photographer known for transforming subjects into bold, artistic beauty statements. Her work blends conceptual storytelling, vibrant colour, and editorial vision to capture the essence of every subject she photographs. Aliya shares what inspired her to step behind the camera, where her creative vision comes from, and how she prepares concepts for shoot day. She opens up about navigating the photography industry in Edmonton, the role faith plays in her creative process, and the projects that have shaped her artistic identity. We also explore her dream collaborations, advice for aspiring photographers, essential skills for building a creative photography career, and her hopes for the future of fashion and visual arts in Edmonton. If you’re passionate about fashion photography, visual storytelling, creative direction, or building a photography brand with purpose — this episode will inspire your next level. 🔔 Subscribe for more creative conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.

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  3. How Vivian Han-Tat Bridges 2D, 3D & Reality Through Art | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    ١١ يناير

    How Vivian Han-Tat Bridges 2D, 3D & Reality Through Art | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we step into the immersive creative world of Vivian Han-Tat, an interdisciplinary artist blending 2D, 3D, photography, graphic design, and design-build installations to tell stories that live between physical reality and digital imagination. Vivian shares how her artistic journey began, the influences that shaped her early work, and the pivotal projects that defined her direction. She breaks down her process of bridging 2D and 3D mediums, the tools and software behind her surreal environments, and how she preserves emotional storytelling across digital and physical forms. We also explore her deeply personal project Bowl Cuts and 爆炸裝 (baau3 zaa3 zong1), her collaborations with fashion retailers and independent brands, and how commercial fashion intersects with her personal artistic vision. Vivian shares advice for emerging interdisciplinary artists and her hopes for the evolving fashion and art scene in Edmonton. If you’re passionate about digital art, storytelling, 3D design, or the future of creative expression, this episode will expand your imagination. 🔔 Subscribe for more creative conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.

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  4. The Business of Motherhood, Faith & Fashion ft. Iris Toon | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    ٤ يناير

    The Business of Motherhood, Faith & Fashion ft. Iris Toon | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we sit down with Iris Toon, founder of The Fourth, a maternity and local retail store in Southgate Centre supporting over 80 Edmonton women-owned businesses. Iris is a wife, mother of three, dental hygienist, and passionate advocate for maternal mental health.Iris shares her deeply personal journey through postpartum anxiety and how faith, family, and community gave her the courage to step out of her comfort zone and build a brand rooted in love and support. Inspired by the fourth trimester, The Fourth was created to offer stylish, comfortable maternity fashion while fostering community through workshops, collaborations, and honest conversations about motherhood.In this episode, Iris opens up about launching her business, transitioning from online to a physical storefront, leading with faith, and building a safe space where mothers feel seen, supported, and empowered.If you’re a mom, entrepreneur, creative, or someone passionate about community-driven business, this conversation will encourage and refocus you.🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.Season 2 Team Credits:Nifemi Ashani - Host & Creative DirectorShania Villamou - VideographerKen Kosowick - Video & Audio EditorDhakshanyina Boopalan - Set PhotographerSofia Villanueva - Social Media CoordinatorJo Hannah Deena - Set Assistant & Content CoordinatorAngelli Garcia - BTS CoordinatorSeason 2 Sponsors:Strong Coffee Marketing - Studio SponsorFind Edmonton - Furniture SponsorStyled by Nif - Executive Producer Thank You!

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  5. Inside La Connexional: Community, Culture & Leadership ft. Ivan Touko | Sunday Refocus Season 2

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    Inside La Connexional: Community, Culture & Leadership ft. Ivan Touko | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we sit down with Ivan Touko, CEO and Strategic Partnership Manager at La Connexional, filmmaker, community leader, and one of Edmonton’s Top 40 Under 40 honorees. At just 27, Ivan has become a powerful voice for African youth locally and internationally. As co-founder of La Connexional, the UBUNTU Festival, and the Black-Owned Market Edmonton, he has created platforms that empower underrepresented communities, amplify culture, and drive real social impact. In this conversation, Ivan shares his journey into leadership, how his background in sustainability and environmental science shapes his work, and the strategies behind building impactful community events and long-term partnerships. We also explore the role of fashion, film, and storytelling in community engagement, his approach to diversity and inclusion, and the lessons he’s learned managing large-scale projects with purpose. If you’re passionate about leadership, community building, social impact, or creating meaningful change through culture and collaboration, this episode will inspire and challenge you. 🔔 Subscribe for more powerful conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.

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  6. From Fashion Blogger to Entrepreneur: Alyssa Lau’s Journey | Sunday Refocus Season 2

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    From Fashion Blogger to Entrepreneur: Alyssa Lau’s Journey | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we sit down with Alyssa Lau, a Chinese-Canadian photographer, content creator, and entrepreneur who has been shaping the Canadian fashion industry for over a decade. Alyssa began her journey with a fashion blog in 2011 and went on to launch New Classics in 2014, one of Canada’s first sustainably-driven e-commerce platforms.Alyssa shares how blogging became her entry point into fashion, the lessons that shaped her approach to the industry, and what it was like collaborating with global brands such as CHANEL, Dior, Gucci, Canada Goose, and Sandro. She also opens up about building a sustainable business, defining sustainability on her own terms, and balancing creativity, entrepreneurship, and motherhood.We also explore the evolution of New Classics, key milestones in her journey, and her hopes for the future of the fashion scene in Edmonton and across Canada.If you’re interested in sustainable fashion, content creation, entrepreneurship, or building a long-lasting brand with purpose, this episode is a must-watch.🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.

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  7. How Alliyah Lecky's Fashion Designs Are Redefining Elegance | Sunday Refocus Season 2

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    How Alliyah Lecky's Fashion Designs Are Redefining Elegance | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus! In this episode, we sit down with Alliyah Lecky, an Edmonton-based aspiring fashion designer known for her elegant, high-class designs and meticulous handmade craftsmanship. Alliyah’s work is rooted in transforming simplicity into sophistication, creating pieces that are timeless, intentional, and runway-ready.Alliyah shares her journey into fashion design, what inspires her creative process, and how she brings each design from concept to completion. She opens up about the challenges of breaking into the fashion industry, the importance of sustainability in her work, and the advice she has for aspiring designers ready to make their mark.We also discuss her role in Edmonton’s growing fashion scene, the changes she hopes to see within the industry, and what’s next for her brand as she continues to build with purpose and vision.If you’re passionate about fashion design, craftsmanship, sustainability, or building a creative brand from the ground up, this episode is for you.🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations every Sunday on Sunday Refocus.Season 2 Team Credits:Nifemi Ashani - Host & Creative DirectorShania Villamou - VideographerKen Kosowick - Video & Audio EditorDhakshanyina Boopalan - Set PhotographerSofia Villanueva - Social Media CoordinatorJo Hannah Deena - Set Assistant & Content CoordinatorAngelli Garcia - BTS CoordinatorSeason 2 Sponsors:Strong Coffee Marketing - Studio SponsorFind Edmonton - Furniture SponsorStyled by Nif - Executive Producer Thank You!

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  8. Inside the Mind of Liam O’Gilvie: Fashion, Identity & Creative Freedom | Sunday Refocus Season 2

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    Inside the Mind of Liam O’Gilvie: Fashion, Identity & Creative Freedom | Sunday Refocus Season 2

    Welcome to Sunday Refocus Season 2! In today’s episode, we sit down with Liam O’Gilvie, also known as “liamochicken”, an Edmonton-based fashion stylist and designer whose work blends futuristic, ethereal, and culturally rich influences. With Jamaican roots and a bold creative vision, Liam has carved out a unique space in the fashion world as a freelance stylist pushing boundaries and redefining expression. In this 45-minute conversation, Liam opens up about what inspired him to pursue styling, the challenges he’s faced working within Edmonton’s fashion industry, and the moments that shaped his creative identity. He shares where he draws inspiration, the projects closest to his heart, and his dream collaborations. Liam also offers powerful advice for aspiring stylists and discusses the changes he hopes to see in the local fashion scene. If you’re passionate about fashion, creativity, or the behind-the-scenes world of styling, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and an honest look at what it takes to stand out in 2025. 🔔 Subscribe for more creative conversations every Sunday!

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In 2024, we brought together 13 creative pioneers based in Edmonton. One year later, we are sharing their stories. Welcome to Sunday Refocus, a Styled by Nif production. We are a conversational podcast that aims to empower emerging creatives in the fashion industry. We are on a journey to refocus our path toward greater heights. Our podcast serves as a community forum and invaluable resource dedicated to fostering self-development and facilitating the growth of emerging fashion creatives.

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