Listen "41 | Is the Fashion Industry Ready for Real Change?"
Episode Synopsis
Tiff is a co-host of the Fashion Geek Podcast and a seasoned fashion industry professional with an extensive background in both design and education. Before joining the podcast, Tiff worked with several prominent fashion houses and has been an outspoken advocate for diversity and inclusivity in the fashion world. Known for her insightful perspectives and commitment to fostering change, Tiff offers an invaluable voice on issues of racial equity within the industry.In this episode, you'll learn,- The importance of the CFDA's new diversity and inclusion training program and its potential impact on the fashion industry.- How retailers and brands can support black creatives through initiatives like the 50% pledge and other fundraising efforts.- The role of quantitative data and structural changes in driving true inclusivity and equal opportunities for people of color in fashion.👔 GET MY FREE GUIDE TO HELP YOU DRESS BETTERTimestamps:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:21 Meet the Hosts: Reg and Tiff00:34 Catching Up After the Hurricane01:37 Tiff's Online Shopping and Offline Life02:49 Pandemic Reflections and Personal Challenges04:18 Navigating Through Fear and Uncertainty12:20 The Impact of Two Pandemics on Fashion20:20 Fashion Industry's Response to Racism25:05 Barriers to Entry in the Fashion World29:53 Addressing Gatekeepers and Unseen Issues30:40 Call to Action: Frameworks and Data31:48 CFDA's Response and Initiatives34:14 Mixed Reactions and Criticisms41:54 The Kelly Initiative and Patrick Kelly's Legacy50:29 The Role of Fashion in Social Change55:34 Concluding Thoughts and Future DiscussionsCONNECT WITH TIFF:📸https://www.instagram.com/tiffinis_insta?igsh=NnVjOTJzOWxiOXZ4CONNECT WITH REG🌐www.nyfashiongeek.com📸https://www.instagram.com/newyorkfashiongeek/?hl=en💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-ferguson?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@newyorkfashiongeek💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts🟢Leave a review on SpotifyFull Show Notes, Timestamps, Transcript & Guest Links Here