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Leadership That Sells: The Qualities Fashion Businesses Need to Win (and Keep Winning)
Fashion business leadership is the practice of guiding a brand, team, and supply chain toward clear goals while protecting creativity, margins, and customer trust. In apparel, footwear, jewelry, and accessories, leadership isn’t just “being in charge”—it’s setting direction when trends change overnight, deliveries slip, or a collection underperforms. The best leaders keep people motivated while making decisions that are unglamorous, fast, and consistent.
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Leading with Style and Substance in the Fashion Business
Effective business leadership in the fashion industry begins with a clear understanding of what the industry demands: speed, creativity, accountability, and constant reinvention. Fashion leaders operate at the intersection of art and commerce, managing brands, people, and supply chains while responding to shifting consumer tastes and cultural signals. The strongest leaders balance vision with execution, ensuring their organizations stay relevant without losing operational dis
Jan 164 min read


December 2025 Monthly Thread: The Ultimate Guide for Fashion Events, Networking & Industry Happenings
Here’s your go-to guide for some exciting events happening in December 2025, spanning from London to Portland to New York. We’ve even included some special IFD community events just for you! So, grab your favorite cozy drink, get comfy, and let’s brainstorm a fun and mindful month together!
Nov 27, 20254 min read


May is Mental Health Awareness Month- What You Need to Know
The fashion and design industries, with glossy collections, tight deadlines, and a constant push for originality, are full of beauty, inspiration, and innovation. But let's be honest: They can also be incredibly demanding. Many designers struggle with burnout, anxiety, and isolation. This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're pausing to talk about something often left behind in the hustle: our mental health.
May 12, 20252 min read


How to Prove Your Impact in the Fashion Industry
Michael Jordan Leads the Charge: To Prove Your Impact in the Fashion Industry Are you a brand, an independent designer, or someone...
Dec 28, 20244 min read
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