Fashion's Wake-Up Call: Andrew Speaks Up Against Fast Fashion
Description
From local chic to global glam, Singapore's acclaimed fashion designer, Andrew Gn opens up on conquering the world's runway and today's fashion scene!
"I really want to give back to the fashion scene. Singapore has talents. We can be a fashion capital." - Andrew Gn
Andrew's fascination with fabrics and threads began at an early age, where visits to tailor shops with his mom became his initial fashion lessons. His fashion journey later led him to London's Central Saint Martins, and Milan's Domus Academy, where he evolved from an aspiring designer to a true fashion visionary. Today, the House of Andrew Gn has made its mark as a Singaporean-born brand, leaving an indelible imprint on both local and international fashion landscapes.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
1. The evolution of fashion and shopping trends with technology
2. Navigating local fashion: challenges and opportunities
3. Unlocking fashion wisdom: tips and tricks
4. Conscious fashion: responsible shopping for sustainability and quality
Fashion mentioned in this episode:
1. Matches Fashion - https://www.matchesfashion.com/
2. Farfetch - https://www.farfetch.com/
3. Net-A-Porter - https://www.net-a-porter.com/
4. Moda Operandi - https://www.modaoperandi.com/
5. Saks.com - https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/
6. Neiman Marcus - https://www.neimanmarcus.com/
7. Comme des Garçons - https://www.comme-des-garcons.com/
8. Yamamoto - https://www.yohjiyamamoto.co.jp/
9. Tom Ford - https://www.tomford.com/
10. Max Tan - https://www.max-tan.com/
11. Design Orchard - https://www.designorchard.sg/
12. The Missing Piece - https://iwantthemissingpiece.com/
13. Goyard - https://www.goyard.com/
14. Linda's at Bergdorf Goodman - https://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/
Buckle up for episode 5 as Andrew spills the tea on conquering the global fashion scene, riding the waves of trends, and his big plans to return and shine the path for our emerging fashion talents!
Eager to see more of Andrew’s collection? Be immersed in his exquisite pieces, now on speicial exhibition at the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) until September 17, 2023! Book your tickets - https://www.nhb.gov.sg/acm/whats-on/exhibitions/andrew-gn-fashioning-singapore-and-the-world
Resources:
Get to know Paige Parker more by reading her book: https://www.amazon.sg/Dont-Call-Me-Mrs-Rogers/dp/9814655252
Get to know Jim Rogers and his two daughters better by grabbing his book:
https://www.amazon.com/Gift-My-Children-Fathers-Investing/dp/1400067545
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