Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry Icons
Episodes
From Designer Dream to Financial Reality: Alexandra Satine on Building, Scaling, and Starting Over | Emily Blumenthal & Alexandra Satine
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a strong handbag concept collides with the realities of pricing, production, and scale? In this episode, Alexandra Satine—former h...
Beyond Hype: Syl Tang on Sustainability, Strategy, and the Future of Accessories | Emily Blumenthal & Syl Tang
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when handbag design stops being just about trends and starts confronting bigger questions—materials, sustainability, and what happens a...
Raffia, Color, And The New Bag Rules with: Ilia-Sybil Sdralli | Emily Blumenthal & Ilia-Sybil Sdralli
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when fashion stops following one trend cycle and splinters into thousands of micro-movements? We sit down with fashion editor Ilia Sib Zv...
Navigating Handbag AI Tech Authentication with Entrupy’s Vidyuth Srinivasan
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how a name can shape a person’s journey? Vidyuth Srinivasan, the dynamic CEO of Entrupy, joins us to share his experiences navigating li...
Luxury Without Compromise: Nancy Gale on Building a Brand That Stands for Something
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if luxury wasn’t about pressure—but about freedom to be fully yourself? We sit down with Nancy Gale, founder of JAMAH Handbags, to explore ho...
When Handmade Stops Scaling: Andrea Pascual on Pivoting a Handbag Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Andrea Pascual
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the way you start building your brand is the very thing holding you back? We sit down with Andrea Pascual to unpack the shift from e...
The Hermès Game, Decoded: Chloe Chen on Getting the Bag You Actually Want | Emily Blumenthal & Chloe Chen
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why is buying a Hermès bag so complicated—and is there a smarter way in? We sit down with Chloe Chen, known as Chloe Hermes Fairy, to break down th...
The Leather Trail: Tanner Leatherstein’s Global Journey to Fame | Emily Blumenthal & Tanner Leatherstein
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Volkan Yilmaz, also known as “Tanner Leatherstein,” a leather artisan and entrepreneur whose journey spans continents. From his beginnings in...
Real or Replica? Dani Smith on What Actually Makes a Bag Authentic | Emily Blumenthal & Dani Smith
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a luxury bag feel “real”—and why can even an authentic one sit unsold? We sit down with Dani Smith, senior authentication specialist ...
Designing Bags That Actually Sell: Holly Lauren Beedle on the Real Math Behind Handbags | Emily Blumenthal & Holly Lauren Beedle
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some beautiful bags fail the moment they hit the market? We sit down with handbag designer and consultant Holly Lauren Beedle—an industry “...
Luxury Without Gatekeeping With Bags For Breakfast | Emily Blumenthal & Shay Prasad
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a handbag truly worth carrying every day? We sit down with Shay Prasad of Bags for Breakfast to explore how years on the retail floor shape...
From Idea to Sample in 47 Days: Lauren Reed on going from burnout to bags | Emily Blumenthal & Lauren Reed
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to turn a spark into a bag you can actually hold? We sit down with founder and designer Lauren Reed, who left corporate life, partne...
Perception Is Profit: Matthew Lafargue on Making Bags Feel Important | Emily Blumenthal & Matthew Lafargue
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a bag feel powerful the second someone spots it across the floor—and why does that magic disappear when brands scale? We sit down with Ma...
Sell the Story, Not Just the Bag with WIlliam Brobston | Emily Blumenthal & William Brobston
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Retail isn’t dying—it’s recalibrating. We sit down with William Brobston of the Brobston Group, to explore the shift from oversized, anonymous...
She Learned the Rules. Then Built the Bag Brand, A by Anyah, That Breaks Them: | Emily Blumenthal & Anyah Sealy
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What turns a love of making into an accessories brand people stop you on the street to ask about? We sit down with Anyah Sealy, founder of A by Anyah,...
Craft That Earns the Hand: Grant Anderson on Meaningful Building Bags | Emily Blumenthal & Grant Anderson
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a bag feel alive after years of use—not just intact? We sit down with Grant Anderson, founder of Uptown Common, to explore how hand sewin...
Ana Laverde on Turning Colombian Craft into a Scalable Handbag Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Ana Laverde
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a dream job disappears—and the real opportunity is right at home? In this episode, designer Ana Laverde shares how a Milan-trained...
The Bag Man’s Blueprint: How Coach Built Democratized Luxury with Lew Frankfort | Emily Blumenthal & Lew Frankfort
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take for a heritage brand to become part of everyday culture? In this episode, Lew Frankfort—former CEO of Coach and author of T...
The Birkin Playbook: Inside Handbags as an Asset Class | Emily Blumenthal & Dana Auslander
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a Birkin is treated as an asset instead of a trophy? In this episode, Dana Auslander, founder of Luxus, breaks down how she built a ...
From Clutches to Community: Boutiques are Back | Emily Blumenthal & Nancy Forman
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wholesale isn’t dead—it’s just evolving. In this episode, we unpack what’s actually working in handbags right now with Nancy Forman of Accesso...
Why Consistency Beats Virality in Today’s Creator Economy | Emily Blumenthal & Brittany Hennessy
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your content didn’t have to perform—just work? In this episode, we sit down with Brittany Hennessy to unpack how social media shifted from...
Story Over Specs: Wale Sanni on Founder-Led Luxury and Hero Bags | Emily Blumenthal & Wale Sanni
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the material doesn’t matter as much as the meaning? We go deep on the power of story to outsell specs, exploring why a polarizing point of v...
Purpose in Every Stitch: Mercado Global’s Ethical Accessories | Emily Blumenthal & Fabiola Bercasa Beckman and Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heritage craft scales on design and strategy, not good intentions. Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia, founder of Mercado Global, and Emmy-winning filmmaker Fabiol...
How Salt Athletic Became the Cleat Bag Athletes Want (and Parents Trust) | Emily Blumenthal & Rafael de la Vega
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A single on-field embarrassment became the spark for Salt Athletic—Rafael de la Vega’s patented cleat bag designed for the athlete who uses it and...
What It Really Takes to Launch a Handbag Brand in 2024 💼👜| Emily Blumenthal & Nancy Forman
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think launching a handbag brand is as easy as designing a pretty product? Think again. In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, we’re joined by indu...
Scaling Smarter with Nicole Levy from Baikal Handbag Manufacturing | Emily Blumenthal & Nicole Levy
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why some emerging handbag brands thrive while others stall before launch? In this episode, Nicole Levy of Baikal Handbag Manufacturing bre...
Dr. Jessica Quillin & The Power of Cohesive Luxury Brand Storytelling | Emily Blumenthal & Dr. Jessica Quillin
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real engine of modern luxury isn’t loud marketing—but meaning delivered consistently across every touchpoint? In this episode, Dr. Jes...
🎙️ Carrying Craft and Clarity: How Adriana Castro Built a Lasting Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Adriana Castro
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to growth isn’t chasing the next trend—but carrying a dream with enough grit to outlast them? In this episode, Adriana Castro s...
🎙️ From Soho to Sustainability: How Steven Alan Built—and Rebuilt—a Lasting Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Steven Alan
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the difference between a forgettable line and an enduring brand came down to a handful of details and a few brave decisions? In this episode, ...
Quitting Marc Jacobs to Create an Iconic Brand: The Story of Joy Gryson | Emily Blumenthal & Joy Gryson
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you walk away from Marc Jacobs and Calvin Klein—and bet on your own name instead? In this episode, Joy Gryson shares the bold pivo...
Clare V and The Art of Intentional Growth: Part 2 | Emily Blumenthal & Clare Vivier
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what it takes to turn a small retail dream into a lasting fashion empire? Clare V, founder of her namesake brand, proves that steady growt...
Inside NY Now: Why Wholesale Still Matters for Independent Designers 👜🛍️| Emily Blumenthal & Matthew Mathiasen
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an era dominated by DTC, what role do trade shows still play in building a fashion brand?In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, we sit down with ...
Inside the Handbag Machine: How Cathy Schwartz-Shino Defines Real Brand Power | Emily Blumenthal & Cathy Schwartz-Shino
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why some handbags turn heads while others disappear into the crowd? Cathy Schwartz-Shino—veteran of major handbag licenses and founder o...
From Boutique Dreams to QVC Star: Dawn Del Russo’s Reinvention Story | Emily Blumenthal & Dawn Del Russo
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For Dawn Del Russo, building a career in fashion has been a journey of resilience, adaptation, and staying true to herself. With just $10,000 in savin...
Building Handbag Joy: How Peter Gryson Turned Vision Into a Global Label | Emily Blumenthal & Peter Gryson
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how a personal story becomes a global brand? Peter Gryson, co-founder of Joy Gryson, shares his journey from corporate fashion to building...
From Macy’s to QVC: Karen Giberson’s Accessories’ Journey | Emily Blumenthal & Karen Giberson
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why it’s so hard to break into the accessories world? Karen Giberson, President of the Accessories Council, pulls back the curtain on an...
Julie Deane CBE: The Post-It on the Factory Wall to the Sale of The Cambridge Satchel Company Part 2 | Emily Blumenthal & Julie Deane
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we continue the journey of what it takes to build a luxury handbag brand from scratch the harsh realities of the industry, we pick up where we left...
Julie Deane’s Tale from Kitchen Table to British Handbag Empire: The Creation of The Cambridge Satchel Company Part 1 | Emily Blumenthal & Julie Deane
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Have you ever wondered what it takes to create and scale a handbag brand? Quickly? Well, prepare to find out in this fascinating chat with our gues...
From Courtroom to Catwalk: Jimena Suarez’s Vegan Handbag Revolution | Emily Blumenthal & Jimena Suarez
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when an environmental lawyer trades the courtroom for the world of fashion? For Jimena Suarez, founder of From Sentient, it means creatin...
How Sujin Osatarayakul Builds Bags Like Buildings | Emily Blumenthal & Kazumi Takahashi & Sujin Osatarayakul
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For Sujin, handbags aren’t sewn—they’re constructed. Trained as an architect, she approaches her brand, Elemood, with the same principles she’...
How Odoba Turned Heritage Into a Handbag Brand | Emily Blumenthal & Odoba Nnani
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For Odoba Nnani, building her brand became a masterclass in trusting instincts and weaving cultural heritage into every creation. Born in Nigeria and ...
Motherhood Meets Handbags: The Story of Misenver | Emily Blumenthal & Shinyoung Park
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you mix a mischievous spirit, versatile design, and a new baby? For Shinyoung Park, it led to the creation of Misenver —a handbag ...
Healing Through Handbags: Chelli Look’s Journey of Creativity and Loss | Emily Blumenthal & Chelli Look
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chelli Look’s story is as inspiring as it is emotional. A self-taught designer since high school, she began making handbags after her sister challen...
From Walmart Fabric to a Multi-Million Dollar Brand: Jessy Dover’s Bold Blueprint | Emily Blumenthal & Jessy Dover
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Jessy Dover sewed her own hot pink prom dress from Walmart fabric, she had no idea it would spark the vision for Dagne Dover—now one of the mos...
What Really Makes an It Bag in 2026? Beth Goldstein Breaks It Down 🎒📊| Emily Blumenthal & Beth Goldstein
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you know what defines an “It Bag”? Think again. In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, Beth Goldstein, Executive Director of Footwear &...
From One Bag to a Global Brand: Rebecca Minkoff on Building Fashion That Lasts 👜🌍| Emily Blumenthal & Rebecca Minkoff
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to turn one handbag into a worldwide fashion brand? In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, Emily Blumenthal sits down with the ico...
What It Really Takes to Launch a Handbag Brand in 2024 💼👜| Emily Blumenthal & Nancy Forman
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think launching a handbag brand is as easy as designing a pretty product? Think again. In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, we’re joined by indu...
How Kerri Quigley Built a Fashion Empire—One Kid at a Time 🧵✨| Emily Blumenthal & Kerri Quigley
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when an entrepreneurial spirit meets a passion for teaching? For Kerri Quigley, it led to The Fashion Class—a sewing and design school ...
Inside Clare V.: How a DIY Laptop Case Sparked a Handbag Empire 🧵👜 | Emily Blumenthal & Clare Vivier
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, we dive into the story of Clare Vivier, the founder behind the effortlessly cool handbag brand Clare V.—a n...
How Monica Botkier Turned a Side Hustle into a Handbag Legend 🔥👜| Emily Blumenthal & Monica Botkier
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before every influencer had a brand and every bag had a waitlist, there was the Botkier Trigger Bag—an iconic design that redefined what it meant to...
Inside NY Now: Why Wholesale Still Matters for Independent Designers 👜🛍️| Emily Blumenthal & Matthew Mathiasen
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an era dominated by DTC, what role do trade shows still play in building a fashion brand?In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, we sit down with ...
From Street Interviews to Red Carpets: How @TheeFashionMix Became Fashion's Digital Insider 🎤👠| Emily Blumenthal & Michaela “Ms. Mix” Cacho-Negrete
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to go from fashion fan to front-row reporter in today’s content-saturated world?Michaela Mix Caccia Negrete—better known ...
From Ghost Designer to Brand Builder: How Karen Cardoso Created Bolsa Nova 👜🇮🇹 | Emily Blumenthal & Karen Cardoso
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you walk away from decades of designing for other people—and finally bet on yourself?Karen Cardoso spent 30 years behind the scene...
Luxury with a Past Life: How Evey Amery Built a Global Pre-Loved Handbag Empire ♻️👜 | Emily Blumenthal and Evey Amery
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the booming world of pre-loved designer handbags with Evey Amery, founder of EveysPreLoved, the London-based luxury consignment business red...
Reimagining Leather: How Gen Phoenix is Transforming Waste into the Future of Luxury 🧪♻️| Emily Blumenthal and Elyse Winer
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Elyse Winer of Gen Phoenix as she reveals the groundbreaking technology turning discarded leather waste into high-performance recycled materials ...
Making Luxury Bags in America with GiGi New York’s Tom Glazer and Alexia Nelson 👜✨| Emily Blumenthal & Tom Glazer and Alexia Nelson
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tom Glazer and Alexia Nelson, the leadership behind Graphic Image and GiGi New York, as they reveal how they transformed a specialized bookbindin...
Elyce Arons from Crafting Kate Spade to Launching Frances Valentine | Emily Blumenthal & Elyce Arons
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
✨ A re-release of one of our favorite episodes! Step into the heart of New York’s fashion legacy with Elyce Arons, co-founder of Kate Spade and Fr...
From Ziplocs to Luxury: The Hudson Bleeker Journey | Emily Blumenthal & Eram Siddiqui
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What started with plastic grocery bags and Ziplocs sparked a travel accessory empire. Eram Siddiqui turned personal frustration into the polished, fas...
From Saks to Startups: Marketing That Sells with Ernest Moore🎯🛍️ | Emily Blumenthal & Ernest Moore
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of fashion marketing with Ernest Moore, of Moore Marketing & PR, a seasoned pro who’s worked with top PR agencies and retail...
Evolve or Perish: Retail Insights with Bernadette Giacomazzo 👜✨| Emily Blumenthal & Bernadette Giacomazzo
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when brands fail to adapt? Journalist Bernadette Giacomazzo breaks it down, sharing why evolution is essential for survival in today’s ...
Mastering Venture Capital with Rachel Johnson 💼✨| Emily Blumenthal & Rachel Johnson
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step behind the scenes of venture capital funding with Rachel Johnson, co-founder of J&O Law Firm and founder of Ami Health. With a decade of expe...
Branding, Storytelling & Handbag Success with Idalia Salsamendi 👜✨ | Emily Blumenthal & Idalia Salsamendi
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of fashion, strategy & storytelling with industry powerhouse Idalia Salsamendi! From PR to fashion leadership, Idalia shares t...
40+ Years of Handbag Mastery with Frank LaMendola 👜✨| Emily Blumenthal & Frank LaMendola
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of timeless design & craftsmanship with legendary handbag designer Frank LaMendola! With over four decades in the industry, Fr...
Navigating Global Fashion: Oleg Chebotarev’s Creative Journey from Russia to China | Oleg Chebotarev & Emily Blumenthal
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we sit down with Oleg Chebotarev, the visionary Creative Director of Jump From Paper, who shares his unconventional journey through the fas...
From Hollywood to Entrepreneurship: Reinventing Your Brand with Dana Bowling | Emily Blumenthal & Dana Bowling
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dana Bowling, a former Hollywood casting director turned entrepreneur, shares how she walked away from a high-profile career to build a business on he...
Navigating Creative Burnout and Embracing New Beginnings with Ginna Christensen | Emily Blumenthal & Ginna Christensen
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ginna Christensen, a creative recovery expert, shares her journey in helping individuals reclaim their creative spark amid the pervasive threat of bur...
Jessica Minor and the Rise of Handbag Dupe Culture | Emily Blumenthal & Jessica Minor
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Minor, a rising fashion influencer, shares her journey from thrifting enthusiast to a viral TikTok sensation. Her passion for affordable fashi...
From Waitress to Handbag Innovator with Bogg Bag Founder, Kim Vaccarella | Emily Blumenthal & Kim Vaccarella
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kim Vaccarella’s journey from hospitality to the creative force behind the Bogg Bag is a story of resilience and innovation. Kim shares how she tran...
Revolutionizing Sustainable Fashion: How Fish Skin Leather is Redefining Ethical Luxury with Stanley Major: | Emily Blumenthal & Stanley Major
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Stanley Major, founder of Sea Leather Wear, is revolutionizing sustainable fashion by transforming discarded fish skins into luxurious le...
Redefining Sustainable Fashion: Nancy Rhodes’ Journey to Innovation and Impact | Emily Blumenthal & Nancy Rhodes
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nancy Rhodes shares her journey from aspiring designer to leader in sustainable fashion. With experience at Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus, Nancy gained ...
What You Don’t Know About Marketing with Petia Abdur-Razzaaq of the Stylista Group | Emily Blumenthal & Petia Abdur-Razzaaq
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Petia Abdur-Razzaaq, a marketing expert who transitioned from pharmacy to branding, blends scientific precision with creative storytelling to offer st...
The Crochet Hobby Turned Handbag Brand with Treniece Green of Covered by T | Emily Blumenthal & Treniece Green
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the world of handbag innovation with Treniece Green, the visionary behind Covered by T, who started her journey with a crochet hook and t-shi...
The Legacy of Famed Dutch Handbag Brand, Hester van Eeghen with Roberta Oriani
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an engaging conversation with Roberta Oriani as we explore the captivating world of the Dutch handbag brand, Hester van Eeghen. Listen as ...
How to Make and Manufacture a Handbag with Nicole Levy of Baikal Handbags
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the extraordinary journey of Nicole Levy, who pivoted from a promising career in hospitality management to leading her family's legacy a...
Mastering American Manufacturing with Kim Thomas
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kim Thomas, a seasoned designer with an inspiring journey from footwear to handbags, joins us to unpack the secrets of her success. Her story is one o...
Ukrainian Passion and Persistence with Olena Wills
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the captivating journeys of handbag designers who have transformed their passions into thriving careers. This episode features Olena Wills, a...
From Data to Design, How PR Shapes Handbag Brand Success with Danika Daly
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about transforming a passion into a flourishing career? Join us as Danika Daly, a powerhouse in PR, shares her compelling journey from...
E-Commerce strategies, insights, and content creation with Amber Katz
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about the journey from journalism to content creation in the world of beauty and fashion? Amber Katz, an expert, writer, and content creator, ...
Navigating Handbag AI Tech Authentication with Entrupy’s Vidyuth Srinivasan
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how a name can shape a person’s journey? Vidyuth Srinivasan, the dynamic CEO of Entrupy, joins us to share his experiences navigating li...
Ori Lehavi on Creating a Legacy Handbag Brand
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to carve out a niche in a market dominated by global giants? Join us for an inspiring exploration with Ori Lehavi as he shares the r...
Revolutionizing Fashion Technology with Launchmetrics’ Alison Bringé
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Alison Bringé, the visionary Chief Marketing Officer of Launchmetrics, has reshaped the landscape of the fashion, lifestyle, and beaut...
The Making of Anima Iris Handbags from Grief to Glamour
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does a young entrepreneur overcome the odds to build a luxury handbag brand while still in school? Our special guest, Wilglory Tanjong of Anima Ir...
From Puerto Rico to NYC, Victoria Sanchez-Lincoln’s Fashion Editorial Success
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's it like to transition from a small island to the bustling world of New York fashion? Victoria Sanchez-Lincoln shares her compelling journe...
Become the “It Bag” creator of Nigeria with Zashadu’s Zainab Ashadu
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does one transform a serendipitous moment into a decade-long triumph in fashion? Join me as I sit down with the phenomenal Zainab Ashadu, founder ...
Fashion, Trend, and Media Insights with Lauren Parker of Fairchild Studios
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how to balance transparency and creativity in modern advertising? In this enlightening episode of the Handbag Designer 101 podcast, we w...
3D Printing Handbag Innovation and Affordability with Jonathan Romero of Romero New York
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who wouldn't want a peek into the creative mind of a renowned handbag designer? We've got Jonathan Romero on the show today, and his fascina...
Turning Friendship into Fashion: The FTL Bags Success Story of Ryan Lane and Xander Chase
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can childhood friendships transform into successful business ventures? Tune in as we chat with Ryan Lane and Xander Chase, the dynamic founders of FTL...
Manufacturing in Colorful Handbags in Morocco with Karima Bidar of Isli Studio
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a deeper story behind the handbags you adore? We have the privilege of talking with Karima Bidar of Isli Studio, the dual-homed handbag desig...
Strawberry Bags Made in El Salvador to Berlin, Marta Torres Journey With Martania Bags
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What sparks creativity in a handbag designer who started her journey in interior architecture? Join us for an intimate chat with Marta Torres from Mar...
Building a Socially Responsible Handbag Brand, Soli and Sun with Clare Hynes
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it takes to build a thriving handbag business while navigating life across different continents? Tune in to hear Clare Hynes from S...
Leaving Venezuela to a Fresh Start in Miami: Maria Gabriela Duque Albornoz’s Handbag Designer Journey
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a Venezuelan electronic engineering graduate becomes a handbag design sensation in Miami? Join us for an enlightening conversation w...
The Art of Thrifting and High-End Handbag Authentication with Shelby Wilder
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets of handbag authentication with our special guest, renowned handbag authenticator Shelby Wilder. Hear how a cherished wicker bag fro...
Lili Radu’s Hustling Journey to Create a Global Handbag Empire With Vee Collective
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how a childhood spent selling lemonade and flowers could lead to a successful career in handbag design? Today, we sit down with Lili Rad...
Transforming The Sustainable Luxury Handbag Market with 1 Atelier and Stephanie Sarka
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to meet Stephanie Sarka, the brain behind 1 Atelier, who took a remarkable journey from the high-stakes world of Goldman Sachs to revolution...
From Nursing Babies to Working Moms: Sarah Well’s Handbag Revolution
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how a political science graduate could revolutionize the world of handbag design? In this episode, Sarah Wells shares her extraordinary ...
Creating Digital Fashion Week with Clare Tattersall
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can the fashion world keep up with the rapidly changing landscape of technology? Join us as we engage with Clare Tattersall, the pioneering force behi...
From Chanel to Dior: The Art of Authentication with Dani Smith
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it takes to authenticate a luxury handbag? Join us as we sit down with Dani Smith, the Senior Authentication Specialist at What Goe...
Tamara Rappa’s Story of Making It Rain
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare to be inspired as we explore the incredible journey of Tamara Rappa, founder of Story & Rain. Tamara's path to success is remarkable,...
The Secret Sauce of Resale and Handbags with Koyaana Redstar
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets of the ever-evolving handbag industry with Koyaana Redstar, a virtuoso of the RealReal, as she joins me, Emily Blumenthal, your han...
Building Dagne Dover: The Story of Jessy Dover, Small-Town Dreamer to NY Designer
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What drives a small-town girl from Steamboat Springs, Colorado, to become a successful handbag designer in New York City? In this special episode of t...