DeepSummary
In this podcast episode, Emma interviews Emily Adams Bode, the founder and designer of the luxury men's clothing brand Bode. They discuss Emily's lifelong passion for creating and her distinct aesthetic vision that blends vintage inspiration with modern craftsmanship. Emily shares how she aimed to create a timeless clothing line where the garments' era is indistinguishable, achieved through the use of natural materials and time-honored techniques.
They delve into Emily's journey, from her early creative inclinations as a child to her education at Parsons, where she discovered her affinity for menswear design. Emily emphasizes the importance of trusting one's instincts and not being swayed by others' opinions, even from industry experts, as her unique approach defied conventional wisdom but ultimately found success.
The conversation also touches on the impact of social media on the fashion industry, with Emma raising the topic of the pressure to never repeat outfits. Emily shares her perspective on this phenomenon, particularly in the context of event dressing for celebrities. As the interview concludes, Emily expresses her excitement for the brand's upcoming expansion into womenswear.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Trusting one's instincts and artistic vision is crucial, even in the face of criticism or conventional wisdom.
- Embracing a growth mindset and being open to learning from failures and successes is essential for creative growth and brand development.
- Preserving traditional craftsmanship and using natural materials can contribute to creating timeless, sustainable fashion.
- Staying true to one's distinct aesthetic and not conforming to societal pressures or trends is key to establishing a unique brand identity.
- Early creative inclinations and a lifelong passion for design can shape one's journey as an artist and entrepreneur.
- Expanding into new product lines, such as womenswear, can present exciting opportunities for learning and growth for a fashion brand.
- Social media and celebrity culture have influenced societal norms and expectations surrounding fashion, such as the pressure to never repeat outfits.
- Maintaining a balance between pushing creative boundaries while respecting consumer perceptions is important for a successful fashion brand.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I think one way for me to say how I've experienced that is with event dressing. It's the same thing. You can, but you don't traditionally wear the same dress unless it's, like years apart to events. If you're going to do red carpet, and if you're going to do. If you're not doing red carpet, you can wear whatever. You totally wear the same dress you wore to the event last.“ by Emily Adams Bode
- “I don't think I really venture outside of. It's hard to tell because I feel like when I talk to my husband about this, sometimes he's like, I love it. I never saw that coming in the collection. I love the way you make things. But I think the key is that, especially with having a brand, you're put in a box, not by yourself. It's by the perception of the people that are the consumer.“ by Emily Adams Bode
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anything goes with emma chamberlain
emma chamberlain
1/4/24
[video available on spotify] today i'm going to be interviewing one of my favorite, if not my favorite designers. she is the founder of her brand bode. maybe by definition bode is a men's wear brand, but bode is very much more than that. bode is a luxury brand with this sort of casual, vintage, eclectic edge. her brand is truly the epitome of vintage-inspired clothing, like she fucking nails it. bode makes it feel like you plucked it out of a store in the fifties. the brand really is helping to preserve the magical, beautiful craftsmanship of the past that's kind of slowly dwindling out of our day-to-day life. and bode is really one of one. i present to you emily adams bode aujla.
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