Reflecting on Past & Present (Transcript)
A full transcript of a special bonus episode for Retail Revolution. Host, Christopher Lacy discusses fashion retail with Joshua Williams and key insights gained from the second season of the podcast.
Retail Revolution podcast Season 2 Finale with Nigel Barker
The Retail Revolution podcast season finale hit all streaming platforms on Tuesday, August 4th. This episode features internationally renowned photographer, philanthropist and entrepreneur, Nigel Barker on a range of topics ranging from brand authenticity, social media strategy and mixing a cocktail!
Conversation with Nigel Barker, Photographer & Entrepreneur
Nigel Barker shares his perspective on the need for brands to be thoughtful about what they stand for, who they support, and how they connect with consumers, whether it’s through social media or in a physical environment. Real passion and positive energy is contagious.
Fashion Luxury is a Luxury
In an age where the rising consumer is demanding more authenticity and transparency, will luxury brands still get a way with this? Will they eventually meet the wrath of “cancel culture?” Will they be able to claim authenticity while continue to still build their brands on appropriated culture? On the backs of those who cannot even afford their products? After all, luxury fashion is a luxury—that can be satiated elsewhere.
Conversation with Natalie Zfat, Social Media Expert
Natalie Zfat advises fashion brands to be people-first and value-driven, especially on social media. She recommends that brands and influencers create content that is either funny, beautiful or valuable, as a means to authentically engage, rather than focusing too much on the analytics.