Catching the Editor’s Eye
Whether you are an emerging fashion designer, a beauty brand founder, or a curious observer of the industry, join us as we connect the dots between creativity and commerce.
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Episode 5: Erika Dalya Massaquoi & Melding Heritage and Silhouette
In a saturated fashion market, true differentiation comes from having a distinct point of view. Erika Dalya Massaquoi is the creative force behind The OULA Company and the ultimate definition of a creative polymath. In this episode, Erika discusses how her holistic understanding of culture and consumer behavior has shaped her brand’s signature blending of African wax print textiles with classic fashion silhouettes. We also discuss balancing business with wellness, and the challenges of scaling an independent brand.
Episode 3: Lori Kirkland, Fashion Business & AI
Dive into Part 2 of my conversation with Lori Kirkland of DeepHumanX. We unpack how AI’s impact on the fashion business, from trend forecasting to who owns AI-generated designs, and how human values ultimately center a brand in the new economy.
Episode 2: Lori Kirkland, Creativity & AI
In the latest episode of Catching the Editor’s Eye, I sat down with futurist and AI strategist Lori Kirkland, co-founder of DeepHumanX to look past the media hype. We dive deep into the big picture—from creative design to trend forecasting—and discuss why human emotional intelligence is actually the ultimate competitive edge in a machine-driven market.