Douglas Hand

The Laws of Style

Arts EN ↓ 68 episodes

Conversations with founders and thought leaders in the orbit of HBA's robust fashion and lifestyle practice. How are fashion brands conceived, how do they scale, and how do questions of personal style interact with the broader business of fashion? This is a dialogue about creativity and its impact on our lives, hosted by HBA's head of Fashion and Lifestyle and noted fashion law professor, Douglas Hand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Douglas Hand

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Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

Dimitry Toukhcher. 12.07.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, I Skype with noted direct-to-consumer menswear purveyor Dimitry Toukhcher. We discuss his brand LGFG Fashion House. Process of constructing fine tailored clothing and the sartorial legacy of Deion Sanders. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barbara Kolsun 27.06.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, I speak with fashion law professor and co-author Barbara Kolsun. We discuss our new fashion law casebook, soon to be published by Carolina Press, Cardozo Law School's FAME program, and dole out advice for young lawyers wanting to enter the fashion industry. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Wooster 03.06.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, I speak with menswear god, the "alpha male" of street-style, Nick Wooster. We discuss his path to menswear greatness, our affinity for tailored clothing, street-style photography, and whether pink is the new navy. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justin Bridges 14.05.2019

On this episode of The Laws Of Style, I speak with fashion photographer Justin Bridges. We discuss race and fashion, the benefits of a work uniform, and the pros and cons of street-style photography. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruthie Davis 25.04.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, I chat with women's footwear designer Ruthie Davis, who helps women stand up and stand tall. We discuss her many collaborations including the recent Disney Princess collaboration, her design process, and women empowerment. Tune in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melissa Manning 10.04.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, my guest is jewelry designer and social entrepreneur, Melissa Joy Manning. We discuss her hybrid NoCal/Brooklyn vibe, the CFDA's sustainability efforts, the environmental impact of jewelry production, and why one should never wear a tie pin with a vest. Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yeohlee Teng 26.03.2019

On this episode of The Laws Style my guest is storied designer Yeohlee Teng. We discuss the spatial relationship of clothing to its wearer, gender fluid fashion, the benefits of having a storefront, and current challenges with the New York City Garment District, listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel DuGoff 20.03.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style my guest is menswear swim designer Daniel DuGoff. We chat about his gay-friendly brand HOMOCO, the benefits of having a work uniform, and the current state of direct-to-consumer in fashion. Listen in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Bartlett 27.02.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, fashion lawyer Douglas Hand chats with menswear designer and canine activist John Bartlett. They discuss the current state of unisex fashion, the continued relevance of preppie style and the wisdom of never selling your trademark (when it happens to also be your name). Listen in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dario Calmese 05.02.2019

On this episode of The Laws of Style, Fashion Lawyer Douglas Hand sits down with photographer, visual director, and activist, Dario Calmese. The pair cover some engaging topics like fashion and race, streetwear hits and misses, personal attention to sartorial detail, and the similarities between art and fashion. Take a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Graham 17.12.2018

On this episode of The Laws of Style, Fashion Lawyer Douglas Hand sits down with the one and only Nick Graham, the Former Founder and Chief Underpants Officer of Joe Boxer, and current CEO of his eponymous line, Nick Graham. Nick shares his first foray into garment-making (it's like the premise for a Steinbeck novel), his zany adventures as CUO of Joe Boxer, shares his thoughts on the current...

Eric Jennings and Erik Ulin of E2 Consulting 03.12.2018

On this episode of The Laws of Style, Fashion Lawyer Douglas Hand sits down with fashion industry veterans Eric Jennings ("EJ") and Erik Ulin of E2 Consulting, a brand management firm that works with brands to establish and sustain success in the fashion industry. EJ, the former Executive Director and Vice President of Men's and Home and Beauty at Sake Fifth Avenue, and Erik, former president of J...

Jack Carlson, Rowing Blazers 16.11.2018

On this episode of The Laws of Style, Fashion Lawyer Douglas Hand sits down with designer, archaeologist, and olympic rower Jack Carlson, the renaissance man behind the exciting new label, Rowing Blazers. Jack and Douglas discuss Jack's experience as a Bronze Medal winning U.S. Men's National rower, obtaining a doctorate in archaeology from Oxford University, and how these experiences have inspire...

Walt Cassidy 24.09.2018

On this episode ofThe Laws of Style, Fashion Lawyer Douglas Hand sits down with Artist and Designer Walt Cassidy, the mastermind behind his eponymous label Walt Cassidy Studios to discuss Walt's experience as a leader of the New York City Club Kid's scene, Walt's design philosphy, fast (food) fashion, and much more. Walt's Ensemble: Shirt - J. Crew Crewneck Sweater Pants - Sample Denim from Walt C...

Peter Som 04.09.2018

On this episode of the Laws of Style, host Douglas Hand is joined by Peter Som, President and Creative Director of his eponymous label, Peter Som, Inc., to discuss Peter's design philosophy, the importance of business savvy when launching a fashion label, the trend toward gender-neutral fashion offerings, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steven Kolb, Council of Fashion Designers of America 20.08.2018

Fashion lawyer and fashion law professor Douglas Hand interviews Steven Kolb, President and CEO of the Council of Fashion Designers of America ("CFDA"), about the state of the fashion industry, CFDA's role in promoting designers, sustainability, and environmental initiatives, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Willy Chavarria 23.07.2018

Fashion Lawyer Douglas Hand interviews designer Willy Chavarria on his burgeoning eponymous brand, the distinction between fashion and styles, streetwear activism, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome To 'The Laws of Style' 23.06.2018

The soliloquys and interviews on this podcast will cover topics ranging from fashion design, lifestyle brands, personal style, and of course, the law. Douglas Hand hosts a delightful meandering on these subjects featuring luminaries from the fashion community. In many cases, these will be households names who rarely speak publicly. Moments will dazzle, comments will crack you up, ar...

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