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Fashion designers and industry professionals face growing pressure to balance sustainability, profitability, and visibility often without the support systems needed to succeed.
Inside Fashion Design exists to help change that.
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The textile traditions, artisan communities, and cultural histories that shape how fashion is made — and the designers honoring them responsibly
Practical, honest guidance on how independent designers can use AI and emerging tools to work smarter without losing what makes their work human
The real work of building a conscious brand — from materials and supply chain to regulation, circularity, and what sustainability actually requires in practice
The decisions, frameworks, and hard-won knowledge that help independent designers build viable, values-aligned businesses — not just beautiful collections.
Where the industry is heading, which skills matter, and how to position yourself for a fashion career that lasts.
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Hey there, lovely fashion friends! My name is Britta Cabanos, and I'm thrilled to have you here!
I've spent over 30 years working across global brands including Nike Swim, Oakley, Perry Ellis International, Tommy Hilfiger, and DKNY. My background spans design leadership, product development, consulting, and entrepreneurship, and through Inside Fashion Design, I help independent designers and fashion professionals build future-ready, conscious businesses. Welcome- I am thrilled that you are here!
– Britta Cabanos, Founder of Inside Fashion Design &
The Conscious Fashion Design Academy
Britta Cabanos; Founder & CEO
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November 12th, 10:00 AM PT
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About the Challenge
The Circular Fashion Challenge is for designers, small brands, founders, and fashion professionals who want to turn circular thinking into commercially viable ideas, hosted by Britta Cabanos and Rachel Sheila Kan. Selected concepts may be showcased through Real Circularity LIVE and connected with relevant collaborators. Real Circularity will recognize outstanding ideas, and the challenge is part of the journey toward the Real Circularity Awards launching in 2027.
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November 19th 10:00 AM PT
Garment Costing Clinic
About the Clinic
Bring one style. Leave with its true landed cost, a wholesale and retail price that hits your margin, and the number to take to your factory.
Live on Zoom · Limited to 12 designers
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