Luxurynsight X FashionNetwork
May 27, 2019
Episode 6: ‘New Age of Luxury’ with Massimo Piombini EN
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This week’s episode features Massimo Piombini, CEO of Balmain. Massimo has worked with various luxury brands for over 30 years and has extensive knowledge of the industry. Discover his journey with our host, Godfrey Deeny of Fashion Network as he talks about reviving Balmain, the growing importance of sustainability and using AI to understand consumer behaviour.
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Get inspired by Sylvie's advice for young talents aspiring to pursue a career in the luxury world, based on her own first-hand experiences with top-tier brands like LVMH, LV and DeBeers.
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Ep 68: Stephen Jones talks to Godfrey Deeny about “The Art of Hat-Making” EN
Meet our latest podcast guest, Stephen Jones, who is a leading figure in the world of millinery, renowned for his innovative designs and bold approach to hat-making. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Godfrey Deeny to discuss his journey as a milliner, beginning in the late 1970s, and his behind-the-scenes experiences with fashion icons such as Vivienne Westwood, John Galliano, Jeremy Scott, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Daniel Roseberry, and more. Stephen also shares his inspiration behind several of Dior's everlasting high-profile couture shows, from designing the infamous Harris Tweed Crown for Westwood to setting up his own millinery and re-enacting archived works for Schiaparelli.
Throughout the podcast, Stephen offers heartfelt advice for young talent aspiring to pursue a career in the fashion world, drawing on emotional moments from his own career to inspire and encourage. Join us for an insightful conversation with one of the most influential milliners of our time.
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Feb 23, 2023
Ep 67: Etienne Russo talks to Godfrey Deeny about “Crafting Experiences in Fashion” EN
Meet our latest podcast guest, Etienne Russo, Founder of Villa Eugénie, a company that produces major league fashion shows and events internationally. Join us as he sits down with Godfrey Deeny to talk about how he started his career as a model in the 80s, working with Dries Van Noten and other Belgian designers, before eventually moving on to producing shows for brands like Chanel, Hermès, Lanvin, Moncler, and more!
From creating signature lighting to designing elaborate, immersive cinematography at events — Etienne shares his experience and process of producing shows – from briefs to realization, bringing the designer’s vision to life, evolution of press and events and how it will continue to evolve in the future thanks to new technologies and growing concerns over sustainability.
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