In this last episode of Season One ofFashion to Farmer, Vanessa Bell sits down with Angela Foong, co-founder of the slow fashion brand High Tea with Mrs Woo, a creative collaboration with her sisters, Rowena and Juliana. Established in 2004, High Tea with Mrs Woo is celebrated for its timeless, eloquent designs and its strong commitment to sustainability and ethical production.Angela shares her journey in slow fashion, emphasising the importance of creating garments with longevity, passing down

In today’s Fashion To Farmer episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by Nicole Bennett, the founder of Sustainable Style School, an innovative platform where she empowers individuals to blend their personal style with sustainability.Nicole Bennett’s journey into the world of sustainable fashion is nothing short of inspiring. With a background as an ESG Manager and a fierce advocate against greenwashing, Nicole has worked with some of the most recognised brands in the fashion industry, deeply shaping

Leanne Savage, founder of Acala Stem, is a designer with over 20 years experience and a lifelong appreciation for fine textiles. Her brand, Acala Stem, pioneers a new standard of holistic luxury; sophistication without compromise, driven by core values of empathy and environmental impact.Acala Stem is a luxury product vs being a luxury brand; it’s a global leader in ethical luxury, recognised as the Global Winners of the Prestigious 'Duchess of York Special Award'. The brand is setting new standards

Today, we are joined by Ainsley Simpson, a visionary leader making a profound impact on the future of fashion in Australia.About Our Guest: Ainsley SimpsonAinsley Simpson is the CEO of Seamless, Australia’s pioneering clothing product stewardship scheme. Seamless is an independent, not-for-profit organisation holding fashion and clothing brands accountable for the entire lifecycle of their garments, from design to disposal. With a mission to make Australian fashion truly circular by 2030, Seamless

Cotton Australia with Brooke Summers and Ashley Hollis Guests : Brooke Summers and Ashley Hollis from Cotton Australia Discussion : The role of Cotton Australia in promoting sustainable cotton farming and the broader impact on the fashion industry. Guest Backgrounds Brooke Summers : Leader in the Australian cotton industry. Experience: 30 years in strategic communication, marketing, and stakeholder engagement. Recognised with a Churchill Fellowship in Urban Conservation and Australian

In this episode of Fashion To Farmer, we sit down with Jane Robertson, the founder of Millwoods Shoes, to explore her journey in creating practical yet stylish footwear for busy Australian women. Drawing inspiration from the rich colours and textures of the Australian landscape, Jane has built a brand that prioritises timeless, durable designs over throwaway fashion.Throughout the conversation, Jane shares the unique challenges of balancing her thriving shoe business with life on a working farm. She

Today, I am thrilled to introduce a guest who truly embodies the values of ethical production and sustainability in fashion - Alison Lennard, the design director and owner of Philosophy Australia.Alison has been at the helm of Philosophy Australia, a Sydney-based women's fashion design house, for over two decades. With a rich background in the fashion industry, including roles at prestigious UK retailers, Alison has brought a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to sustainability and

Today, we are thrilled to introduce a remarkable guest whose work embodies our mission to tackle fashion excess and celebrate sustainable fashion. Anthony Chesler, the CEO of Thread Together, joins us to share his insights and the impactful work his organisation is doing.Thread Together is dedicated to addressing the issue of fashion excess by collecting end-of-line brand new stock from fashion retailers and redistributing it to people in need. By keeping clothing in circulation and out of

Today we welcome Andrew Lindner from Lindner Quality Socks to the Fashion To Farmer podcast.Andrew is a 10th generation sock maker, continuing a remarkable family tradition that began nearly 300 years ago in Thalheim, near Chemnitz, Germany. Using vintage machinery brought to Australia by his parents, Wilfred and Gisela, Andrew expertly crafts high-quality Merino wool socks in the picturesque town of Crookwell, NSW.Lindner Socks is renowned for its commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and

Today we welcome Jessica Kiely, the visionary Owner and Founder of SENSOR.I.AM, a luxury perfumery dedicated to 100% natural perfumes. Jessica has crafted a business that delights the senses while championing sustainability and ethical practices in the fragrance industry. SENSOR.I.AM is renowned for its discerning curation process, rejecting 80% of the brands they explore to ensure only the highest quality, chemical-free scents make it to their collection. From natural perfumes to scented candles

In this episode of Fashion To Farmer, we are delighted to welcome Fiona Schofield, a highly talented milliner known for her timeless, handcrafted hats and headpieces. Fiona began her journey in the early 1990s, training in Fashion Design and Illustration at The Whitehouse Institute in Sydney, where she discovered her true calling in millinery. Since establishing her own label in 2004 from a workroom in Orange, NSW, Fiona has been dedicated to blending practicality and beauty in her designs, creating

In this episode of Fashion To Farmer we delve into the world of Alexia Spalding. Alexia is a fashion entrepreneur, creative visionary, and business owner with over three decades of experience. From gracing the cover of Harper's Bazaar in Milan to co-founding the sustainable Made-to-Order fashion brand Good Day Girl, Alexia has always led the way in ethical fashion.Today, she runs her namesake business, Alexia Spalding, offering expertise in brand strategy, product development, and founder

Christian Shortland, the visionary and disruptor behind MR-CHRISTIAN has over 20 years of experience in the luxury fashion industry, Christian has worked with an impressive array of prestigious brands before creating his own UK-based company specialising in bespoke, farm-traced leather accessories. MR-CHRISTIAN is revolutionising the fashion industry with its commitment to guilt-free leather fashion, focusing on ethical practices, slow fashion, and exceptional craftsmanship. Christian's dedication

SummaryMichael Taylor, a sixth-generation farmer, manages his family farm 'Taylors Run' to produce superfine merino wool. Inspired by its unique qualities and significant role in fashion, he navigates challenges in sustainability and animal welfare, emphasising the importance of mentors and industry connections. Michael's involvement in the Australian Ethical Merino Growers Cooperative connects farmers with global fashion brands. He integrates agroforestry on his farm, enhancing both the environment

SummaryAbbie James is a sustainable clothing designer based in Melbourne, Australia. Abbie creates her own designs and educates people about the fashion industry. She is launching a new collection made from remnant fabric, emphasising slow fashion. According to Abbie, grit is the key to success in fashion, highlighting perseverance during tough times. She started her brand during lockdown to make a difference by creating ethical and sustainable fashion. Abbie's brand takes a holistic approach,

Jream Henderson and Britney Hand of NinetyNine products join me for the 206th episode of Strange on Purpose to talk about all things NinetyNine. From their latest creations to their creative pursuits, y'all are not trying to miss this one!

Welcome to the first episode of "Fashion to Farmer," where we delve into the unique and inspiring journey of Vanessa Bell, from her early days as an international model to her transformative role as a sustainable fashion entrepreneur and farmer.In this episode, Vanessa shares her captivating story, highlighting her deep connection to the land, her passion for Merino wool, and her commitment to sustainable and ethical fashion practices. You Will Learn: Vanessa's Early Years: Discover how

Operating at the intersection of sport, music + fashion, Tara has 10+ years of experience working with major brands developing creative strategies, brokering talent partnerships + executing national campaigns.As an independent talent manager, she has delivered $5 million in partnerships for various independent creatives such as Lyrical Lemonade, Hypland, Kristopher Kites, Kodone + more. Driving partnerships with brands like NFL, NBA, Nike, Jordan, Instagram, Shopify, Walmart, Jack Daniels, Netflix,

Originally from Ponce, Pedro thought his life was going to be full of engineering work for the rest of his life. That was until a conversation with a former professor and a crazy set of events changed his life forever. From Ponce to Crocs, this is the story of Pedro Rodriguez.

Diadora, Nike, Fila and more. Jonathan de Lagarde dives deep into his career journey to date and how it's shaped him in working with the likes of Ciara and Russell Wilson.