EYL #275 How to for Black Fashion Designers: Scaling, Funding, Placement, & Partnerships with Brandice Daniel

Published: Jan. 30, 2024, 5:30 p.m.

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Today\'s episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone passionate about the fashion industry, especially those embarking on the journey of starting their own clothing business. Join us as we explore a range of thought-provoking topics:


1. **Starting a Clothing Business**: Practical advice for newcomers to the fashion world.


2. **Representation Matters**: A look at the less than 1% representation of Black designers in department stores.


3. **Scaling Up**: The importance of equity in growing your business.


4. **Harlem Fashion Row\'s Mission**: Bridging the gap between Black designers and major corporations.


5. **The Story of Harlem Fashion Row**: Understanding its origins and impact.


6. **Brandice Daniel & LeBron James**: Insights into their collaboration.


7. **LeBron\'s Vision with Harlem Fashion Row**: The narrative behind their joint effort.


8. **Securing Long-Term Brand Partnerships**: Strategies for lasting collaborations.


9. **The Black Dollar in Fashion**: Projected spending by 2030 and its implications.


10. **Community Building for Designers**: Tips on creating a supportive network.


11. **Nicole Benefield and Abercrombie & Fitch**: Exploring the benefits of their partnership.


12. **Scouting Talent at Designer\'s Row**: The process and criteria.


13. **Anna Wintour\'s Generous Donation**: A significant contribution to Brandice Daniel\'s nonprofits.


14. **The Potential of Black Businesses**: Discussing growth and impact.


15. **Choosing the Right Brand Partnerships**: Factors to consider.


16. **Harlem Fashion Row & Nike**: The story behind the Nike-LeBron collaboration.


17. **Valuing Black Brands**: Do we underestimate our own brands?


18. **Christian Louboutin\'s Surprising Ownership**: A revelation about the luxury brand.


19. **Crafting Your Sponsorship Deck**: Effective strategies for presentation.


20. **Negotiating Sponsorships**: Why to avoid quoting prices initially.


21. **Brandice Daniel\'s Nike Meeting**: Behind-the-scenes details.


22. **Harlem Fashion Row\'s Impressive Partnerships**: Collaborating with giants like LVMH, Nike, Tiffany & Co., and more.


23. **LVMH\'s Brand Enhancement Approach**: Their strategy in uplifting brands.


24. **The Lifestyle of a Black Brand**: What it entails and represents.


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