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Fred Perry, Iconic Wimbledon Champion. From 1952 until today his famous polo shirt has remained one of the most recognised single pieces of men’s clothing. From Paul Weller, Terry from The Specials, Blur, JFK this most iconic brand was and has been worn by many influential people. Was Fred a marketer, inventor, designer, entrepreneur or a sportsman? Of course he was all of these. The passion he had for what he did from sports to creating was inspiring and when he created the Laurel Wreath his legacy was cemented. Join me as I talk on location in London with Richard Gilmore, the MD of Fred Perry as he explains all about the brand, the vision, the designs and most of all Fred Perry himself…Oh and why it all comes back to Tennis…

By The Oak is based in Turkey and to tell you the truth I really was looking forward to doing this recording with Naz Bileydi Yenigun, co-founder of By The Oak (with her brother). Join Naz and myself in this intriguing conversation about menswear in Turkey and how they've both faced challenges growing the brand from their family home. A very intriguing and heart felt story. You can find By The Oak here www.bytheoak.com Today's episode host and research was by Sarmilla, music by Charles J

Today's episode is with one of my favourite brands in menswear, Hawkwood Mercantile and features founder Richard Illingworth. Richard has had quite a journey with his brand from developing design, functionality and quality to make the brand impeccable. Join Richard and myself in a conversation about how it all begin with him and his brand and how he made sure the quality isn't just in his product but also with those who make this possible. You can find Hawkwood Mercantile www.hawkwoodmercantile.com Today's episode hosted, research, edited by Sarmilla, music by Charles J. https://www.patreon.com/menSwearbyAWomanpodcast

Mark Baxter is a well-known film and music documentary maker, writer and owner of Monomedia. Mark produced the very famous documentary about John Simons that we all know about in menswear. Join Mark and myself as we discuss the most important era of British Menswear, how it has changed and how that era was at the forefront of Europe. Even today we are still seeing the echoes of that era either in films, documentary or even in menswear Catwalk shows. The majority of us menswear designers will always refer back to it and thats the most amazing inspirational part that. You can never forget that era, it's the dna of menswear. You can find Mark Baxter on www.monomedia.london If you would like to support the podcast you can on patreon.com/menswearbyawomanpodcast Today's episode host, editing and research was by Sarmilla, Music was by Charles J.

Today's episode is about one my favourite items that we all use which is Fragrance and no one seems to know Fragrance better than Robin James. Robin has his own successful YouTube channel about men's grooming, Fragrance and hair products. Robin's knowledge and the skills that he has learnt about the world of Fragrance is on scale of the finest product to be used. The Fragrance as we all know is a huge business but how do you get to pick the right Fragrance with what you’re wearing? How has this part of menswear changed to become one the most important parts of the industry. Join Robin and myself in a conversation about how he began into developing one of the most successful YouTube channels about men's grooming and fragrance. You can find Robin here www.manforhimself.com This episode, the following research, editing, host was by Sarmilla, music by Charles J. patreon.com/menswearbyawomanpodcast

Today's episode is with someone who has been making waves in menswear. Ian has a well-known store in the heart of Brighton called Peggs & Son based on showing and selling the best independent brands around at the moment. Ian recalls the journey, how he began and how his world changed once he started menswear. Ian may say he hasn't that much knowledge of menswear but I would say otherwise. He really does understand and has great knowledge, and as a shop owner, has an eye for menswear. Join Ian and myself in conversation on a fascinating journey through the world of menswear. You can find Peggs & Son here www.peggsandson.com This episode, the following research, editing, host was by Sarmilla, music by Charles J.

Peter Williams is no stranger towards menswear as an Economist who has turned into having a successful menswear brand, Aubin and Wills known as Aubin, but before that, he tested his ability how the trade was by developing a brand called Jack Wills that majority of us will very much remember. As an economist, I have to say Peter has done amazingly well within this trade, i.e.menswear understanding his customer and how everything plays a huge part within each other from story telling, design, image, working with manufacturers and having a great team to work with. Join me on this fascinating conversation about how Peter began and how he remains to be one the most known entrepreneurs within the menswear business. You can find Aubin here www.aubinandwills.com This episode, the following research, editing, host was by Sarmilla, music by Charles J. FOR BUSINESS ENQUIRIES, FUTURE COLLABORATION AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE CONTACT US VIA [email protected] WE LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU

Todays eposide is all about tailoring and its timeless features with Maximilian Mogg. Maximilian Mogg began his journey into understanding the definition of timeless tailoring. As Maxi dresses in the most amazing luxurious fabrics and suits that you seriously can not envy the timeless taste. Join me from Berlin, where Maximilian is based on how he began his journey into the world of menswear and how he is helping to make Tailoring Timeless. You can find Maximilian Mogg here www.maximilianmogg.de

This is probably one of the most entertaining episodes I've done so far. Leanne Cloudsdale, who's a Communication and Brand strategist, has worked with many menswear brands. I really find her reels with Universal Works, which is very entertaining, but at the same time, she totally understands how to communicate in menswear and tells the brand story that you engaged in the life of the brand. Join Leanne and myself for a humorous episode, how we see menswear business. With Leanne and myself, our great sense of humour, well, you will understand where we both are coming from as it's all about communication and getting the brand story right. You can find Leanne Clousdale here https://bit.ly/3YIN56X If you have any feedback or would like to be featured on a future episode, please feel free to email [email protected]