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When Ariane Zagury moved to Asia, she was pregnant, jobless and had no business plan.

Today? She runs Rue Madame Fashion Group, a retail empire with over 50 fashion boutiques across Asia, including brands like American Vintage, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, Sandro, Jonak and more.

In this powerful conversation, Ariane opens up about:

– How she started from scratch in a new country

– The bold moves that built her multi-brand group

– Lessons from scaling in Hong Kong, Mainland China and beyond

If you’re pivoting, launching or dreaming bigger, listen or re-listen to this episode.

Content:

(00:45 ) Meet Ariane: Owner of Rue Madam Fashion Group

(03:04 ) Reflecting on Success and Personal Life

(08:23 ) Opening the First Shop in Asia

(12:44 ) Quick Fire Questions with Ariane

(14:33 ) Building a Retail Empire

(18:59 ) The Reality of Business Plans and Profitability

(20:44 ) Signing the First Joint Venture with American Vintage

(22:08 ) A Journey of Persistence with SMCP

(30:16 ) The Birth of Clemence Brand

(31:52 ) The Fashion Scene in Asia

(33:27 ) Expanding into Mainland China

(35:06 ) Lessons Learned from Mistakes

(00:27 ) Carmen's Summer Update

(00:59 ) Meet Ariane, Founder of Rue Madame Fashion Group

(04:59 ) Ariane's Journey from Finance to Fashion

(10:19 ) Challenges and Successes in Retail

(13:17 ) Fireside Questions with Ariane

(15:49 ) Building a Client-Centric Retail Business

(19:06 ) Balancing Vision and Business Focus

(21:17 ) First Partnership with American Vintage

(22:53 ) Persistence in Business

(28:43 ) The Importance of Addressing Problems

(32:25 ) Fashion in Asia

(34:01 ) Expanding into Mainland China

(35:40 ) Lessons Learned from Mistakes

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