Fashion Unearthed

SUMMER SERIES /  Today's episode is the third in a 6 week summer series, where I answer the most popular questions sent in by the audience. Today's question is "What is the best way to source fabrics?" I talk through what to consider before even starting your research and then the key ways to connect with fabric mills as well as some insider tips to consider along the way. For...

SUMMER SERIES /  Today's episode is the second in a 6 week summer series, where I answer the most popular questions sent in by the audience. Today's question is " How can I introduce prints to surprise and delight my customer?" I talk through what to consider before even looking at prints and then some easy ways to narrow down your short list to the perfect one. For all the sho...

SUMMER SERIES / Today's episode is the first in a 6 week summer series, where I answer the most popular questions sent in by the audience. Today's question is "Where do I start a successful sustainability journey when I have a limited budget?" I talk through two key areas that you can look at in your supply chain and some simple ways to dig a bit deeper after you map your suppl...

Do you think that Trends aren’t for you because you are a passionate about sustainability? Listen in to today’s episode to learn why trends are more about your customer than the latest item and why they are still a part of running a sustainable business. For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download the new FREE Map...

Today’s episode is about the supply chain and some of the reasons why businesses are moving to what is called a Supply Lattice. Listen in to understand some of the key differences and hear about some brands are truly partnering with their suppliers to support change. For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download the...

In this week’s episode I answer the question, do you really need to create a spec sheet? It’s a common question I am often asked as it can be quite overwhelming. Listen in to find out if it’s really necessary  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download the new FREE A-Z Fashion Dictionary, How to speak fashion here...

Now one of the biggest sales day of the year Black Friday sales and the follow up, Cyber Monday only seem to be growing. But what to do if you are a sustainable brand? Do you participate, do you boycott? Listen in to understand just how wired into the fashion system, sales and mark-downs are and hear some examples of brands who are leveraging the marketing and awareness around this day to highligh...

Why is everyone talking about mushrooms and fungi and can they really be the future of fashion? In today’s episode, I take a look at who is leading the way with this amazing technology and the pioneer who has done so much to understand and learn from a system, billions of years old. Listen in for a fascinating example of how sometimes to go forwards, we have to go backwards. For all the shownotes,...

Have you noticed B-Corp Certifications before? From Start-ups to Luxury brands everyone seems to be getting in on the B-Corp certification, but it isn’t as easy as it seems. Listen in to understand the framework and what they will look for to be able to certify your business. For all the show notes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to the podcast section on  www.belindahumphre...

In this week’s episode I revisit the recent fashion weeks, starting at Copenhagen, then moving through to New York, London, Milan and Paris to see if Sustainability remained a top priority for designers. There were a lot of promises 12-18 months ago about doing things differently and “building back better” but what actions have been taken and who is still committed to those promises? For all the s...

In the second episode to this two part episode, I talk through the remaining 4 of the 8 unexpected but meaningful lessons I learnt from 20 years in the fashion industry.   For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download the new FREE A-Z Fashion Dictionary, How to speak fashion here , or connect with Belinda on Instagra...

In this two part episode I talk through 4 of the 8 unexpected but meaningful lessons I learnt from 20 years in the fashion industry.  Tune in next week for the remaining 4.  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download the new FREE A-Z Fashion Dictionary, How to speak fashion here , or connect with Belinda on Instag...

In this weeks episode I look at the many ways in which you can use a reference sample to streamline your design process and restore joy to your product development journey. Eliminate the anxiety when opening that sample package from the factory and replace it with excitement!  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also dow...

In this weeks episode I look at what a Triple Bottom Line is, and why businesses are looking to it to remain profitable.  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download the new FREE A-Z Fashion Dictionary, How to speak fashion HERE , or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or...

In this weeks episode I examine 3 common sustainable fashion myths from a business point of view. Many sustainable fashion myths are examined from a customer point of view so it can be difficult for businesses to feel confident in their design and development choices. If this is you too, settle in, this one is for you.  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over t...

What comes to mind when someone mentions the word Hemp? In this weeks episode I answer the question “Is hemp more sustainable than cotton?” and explore some of the history of the fibre as well as some reasons on why it’s being talked about and explored more as a fibre.  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com . You can also download y...

In this episode, I meet with Dr. Marion Piper to discuss how you can tap back into Creativity when you are in Captivity. At the time of recording we were both in Lockdown in Melbourne Australia and after passing 200 days in some form of lockdown in Melbourne, there was an area of my creative practise I was getting blocked in. So after I reached out to Marion for a coaching session, I felt so amazi...

In this episode, I answer the question, “Are Compostable and Biodegradable the same thing?”. Understand the differences and learn what is important when designing your own compostable item.   For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com You can also download your free guide to sustainable product creation, "10 Sustainable Switches&quo...

In this episode, I talk about 5 tips to stop great design ideas coming in as scary first samples. Save time, money and resources with these 5 tips that I have used throughout my career and own business to bring a great product idea to life.  For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to Belinda Humphrey . You can also download your free guide to sustainable produc...

In this episode, I talk about take-back programs, why you should consider implementing one and what to consider if you are wanting to incorporate this into your business.    For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to Belinda Humphrey . You can also download your free guide to sustainable product creation, "10 Sustainable Switches" or connect with Beli...

In this episode, I talk about why you should be using certifications for your fabrics and materials and 3 key  certifications you should be using. For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to Belinda Humphrey . You can also download your free guide to sustainable product creation, "10 Sustainable Switches" or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https:/...

In this episode, I talk about what sustainability means, some of the things that stop us getting started and 3 areas within your business to look at and measure. For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to Belinda Humphrey , download your free guide to sustainable product creation, "10 Sustainable Switches" at belindahumphrey.com or connect with Belind...

In this episode, I go through my fashion career to date, how I came to start the podcast and what to expect in each episode. For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to Belinda Humphrey , download your free guide to sustainable product creation, "10 Sustainable Switches" at belindahumphrey.com or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagr...