Monocle on Fashion
Monocle on Fashion is a program from Monocle Radio that covers the fashion industry from a unique perspective. Hosted by Monocle's fashion director Natalie Theodosi, the show features big interviews, breaking fashion news, and special reports. It goes behind the scenes at fashion weeks, trade fairs, and visits studios and ateliers, both old and new.
Episodes
The verdict on men’s fashion week
As Paris Fashion Week Men's wraps, we take a look back at the past two weeks of menswear shows in Florence, Milan and Paris, rounding up the highlights and industry intel that we gathered while on the road.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mr Porter CEO Toby Bateman on 15 years of defining luxury menswear
As Mr Porter celebrates 15 years, CEO Toby Bateman reflects on the retailer’s pivotal role in luxury menswear and success in bringing artisanal brands to a global audience. Plus: Grace Charlton on Pitti Uomo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hunza G brings sun, sea and sand to London’s Marylebone
As the beloved swimwear label Hunza G opens its summer pop-up, we meet founder Georgiana Huddart. Plus: ahead of his Men’s Fashion Week debut in Milan, designer Saul Nash joins us in the studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Kallmeyer to Alexis Bittar: the brands redefining New York fashion
Thanks to designers such as Daniella Kallmeyer and Alexis Bittar, New York is transforming its reputation from commercial hub to incubator of indie labels. We speak to them about their relationship with the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monocle on Time: Live from Duddell’s in Hong Kong
In this first episode of our new series exploring unique perspectives on time, Monocle founder and editorial director Tyler Brûlé speaks with Hong Kong’s first Olympic medallist in swimming, Siobhán Haughey; filmmaker, singer, record producer and actor Juno Mak; and the founder and director of Collective Studio, Betty Ng.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information
Koibird’s Belma Gaudio on choosing physical retail over e-commerce
Belma Gaudio, the entrepreneur behind womenswear boutique Koibird, discusses stepping away from e-commerce and opening an in-shop nutrition café. Plus: Grace Charlton previews Copenhagen’s 3 Days of Design fair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The lasting legacy of Roger Vivier
Gherardo Felloni, Roger Vivier’s creative director, and Elizabeth Semmelhack, author of ‘Roger Vivier: Heritage and Imagination’, discuss the designer’s enduring influence on the accessories house and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iris van Herpen on ‘Sculpting the Senses’
Innovative couturier Iris van Herpen discusses her retrospective at Brooklyn Museum. Plus: back from the Venice Biennale, Monocle’s culture editor, Sophie Monaghan-Coombs, reflects on the increasing presence of fashion brands at cultural events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The RealReal’s Kristen Naiman on the rise of luxury resale
The RealReal’s chief brand officer, Kristen Naiman, discusses how the secondhand market is changing luxury, as well as the launch of podcast ‘Real Talk’. Plus: South Asia Archive’s Sanam Sindhi on spotlighting the region’s fashion influence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inside 40 Duke at Selfridges
Judd Crane, Selfridges’s executive buying and brand director, takes us inside the British department store’s latest and most ambitious project, 40 Duke, a members’ club-cum-private-shopping-space for its VIP customers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prada Frames 2026: Reflections on image-making
At Prada Frames, leading artists, writers and thinkers reflected on both the present and future of image-making. We hear from artists Alfredo Jaar, Joanna Piotrowska and others on the questions shaping visual culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prada Frames 2026: Opening Night with Hania Rani and Precious Renee Tucker
We attend the opening night of Prada Frames, the annual symposium held during Milan’s Salone del Mobile, and speak to musicians Hania Rani and Precious Renee Tucker who inaugurated the event with live performances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inside Prada Frames 2026: Formafantasma on the power of image-making
Ahead of Prada Frames, an annual symposium held during Salone del Mobile, Formafantasma founders Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin discuss their curation of the event and its theme, “In Sight”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lagos Fashion Week comes to London
Omoyemi Akerele, Lagos Fashion Week founder, and Central Saint Martins (CSM) lecturer Berni Yates discuss their ongoing partnership bringing together West African designers and CSM design students to explore socially and environmentally ethical design.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Surrealist past, revived future: inside the V&A’s Schiaparelli exhibition
As the V&A opens a landmark exhibition on Schiaparelli, senior curator Sonnet Stanfill discusses the designer’s creative relationship with Surrealists such as Dalí and reflects on Daniel Roseberry’s celebrated revival of the house.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Antwerp Six at 40
MoMu director and chief curator Kaat Debo discusses the first major exhibition on the Antwerp Six and the design collective’s enduring legacy. Plus: what does John Galliano’s partnership with Zara mean for the industry? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oscars special: Which designer won the red carpet? Plus: Miyako Bellizzi on dressing ‘Marty Supreme’
Natalie Theodosi and Lily Austin join Fernando to discuss the winners and losers on the Oscars red carpet. Plus: Miyako Bellizzi on dressing Marty Supreme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fashion for the few? Plus: Charlie Smith on making tech cool again at Nothing
As Paris Fashion Week wraps up, we consider whether luxury fashion is becoming less attainable. Plus: former Loewe CMO Charlie Smith on bringing culture and technology closer together at tech brand Nothing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Demna’s head-turning Gucci debut. Plus: Sunita Kumar Nair on chronicling Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s style
Grace Charlton appraises the designer debuts at Milan Fashion Week. Plus: Sunita Kumar Nair, the author of the definitive book on CBK’s style, discusses advising on Ryan Murphy’s hit series “Love Story”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
London Fashion Week: The Weir era gathers pace
London Fashion Week returns. We assess the changes under the British Fashion Council’s new CEO, Laura Weir. Plus: a preview of collections from Kazna Asker and Phoebe English.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New York’s new guard: The designers on the rise at fashion week
We assess the autumn/winter 2026 collections at New York Fashion Week and shine a spotlight on the designers to watch. Plus: Uniqlo Scandinavia’s COO, Nikolina Johnston, on designing the Swedish Olympic and Paralympic uniforms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The return of ‘slow’ advertising. Plus: a glimpse inside East London retailer Voyeurvoyeur
The Business of Fashion’s Haley Crawford spotlights the industry marketing trends to watch in 2026. We tour new East London retailer Voyeurvoyeur. Plus: The future of fashion commentary with critic Anastasia Vartanian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Couture Fashion Week: Craft or spectacle?
From the debuts at Chanel and Dior to Alexis Mabille’s AI collection, Women’s Wear Daily’s Joelle Diderich assesses the shows making headlines at Couture Fashion Week. Plus: Christian Louboutin’s CEO, Alexis Mourot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Paris to Nuuk: Menswear, island style and Arctic craft
Grace Charlton shares the latest from Men's Fashion Week in Paris. Plus: we head to Greenland to hear from Mia Chemnitz, co-owner of clothing brand Qiviut, on the slow craft of working with sealskin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is the era of the department store over?
What does Saks Global’s bankruptcy filing tell us about the future of luxury retailers? Plus: inside concept shop Future Present and the standout collections from Milan Fashion Week Men’s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The accessories brand that put Polish design on the map. Plus: inside Paris boutique Rubirosa’s
Polish accessories designer Zofia Chylak on building her eponymous label in an emerging fashion market. Plus: Rubirosa’s founder Lauren Rubinski on her new Paris boutique and what’s drawing the fashion community to it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What to see, do and read in the new year
We discuss the cultural touchpoints to look out for in 2026, from fashion exhibitions and novels to the return of an iconic film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Jonathan Anderson’s Dior to Grace Wales Bonner: The fashion shows that defined 2025
We return to the pivotal moments in 2025’s fashion calendar with highlights from our favourite fashion-week conversations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Peter Copping to Anya Hindmarch and Nick Wakeman: Thoughts from our favourite designers
Highlights from our favourite conversations with designers over the past year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marylin Fitoussi’s unapologetic ‘Emily in Paris’ costume design
As ‘Emily in Paris’ returns, costume designer Marylin Fitoussi discusses her unapologetic approach to dressing the cast. Plus: publicity director Linlee Allen on costume design’s rise to cultural prominence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patou’s Guillaume Henry on bringing joy back to fashion
Patou’s creative director, Guillaume Henry, on reviving the historic French house and designing to put the joy back into womenswear. Plus: inside Marimekko’s new Parisian shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The spirit of Santos de Cartier, part 3: Pierre Rainero on Santos’s legacy – recorded in Paris
Recorded at The Monocle Shop & Café in Paris, this conversation brings together Natalie Theodosi and Cartier’s director of image, style and heritage, Pierre Rainero. Against the backdrop of a morning gathering with Monocle and Cartier guests, the pair explore the enduring spirit of the Santos de Cartier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Erdem's London: Place, influence and the making of a designer
Natalie Theodosi sits down with Erdem Moralioglu and Philip Joseph at their new Sloane Street store. Plus: Frankenstein costume designer Kate Hawley on being honoured at tonight’s Fashion Awards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The spirit of Santos de Cartier, part 2: Santos in the watchmaking world
Natalie speaks with leading watch journalists – including experts such as Ben Clymer and Ming Liu – to discuss the Santos collection’s impact on the watchmaking world. They’ll touch on the latest editions of the design, while having a conversation on innovation, style and the evolving language of watchmaking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sleepwear as partywear with Olivia von Halle
Luxury sleepwear designer Olivia von Halle shares her business philosophy. Plus: jewellery designer Lucy Delius on her new Notting Hill shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fashion as resistance with Vogue Ukraine’s Venya Brykalin
We explore Ukraine’s fashion scene, which is thriving despite the ongoing war, with Vogue Ukraine’s editor in chief, Venya Brykalin, and designer Ksenia Schnaider. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cecilie Bahnsen marks a pivotal year
Cecilie Bahnsen looks back at her eponymous label’s design trajectory as she marks its 10-year anniversary. Plus: Blake Abbie returns to discuss the latest issue of A Magazine Curated By, which Bahnsen curated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The spirit of Santos de Cartier, Part 1: A legacy of design
In the first of a special series celebrating the Santos de Cartier, we discuss its design heritage and legacy with Helen Molesworth, the senior curator of the Victoria and Albert Museum’s blockbuster exhibition Cartier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What it means to be a stylist today with Alexandra Carl
Acclaimed stylist Alexandra Carl on working with some of the industry’s most innovative brands and delving into archives for her book Collecting Fashion: Nostalgia, Passion, Obsession.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy Powney on starting her brand, Akyn, from scratch
Amy Powney, former creative director of Mother of Pearl, has launched her own brand, Akyn. She discusses the challenges of truly designing sustainably and stepping out on her own at 40. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prada at Frieze, designer comebacks and 150 years of Liberty
We visit Prada’s installation at Frieze and hear from creative director Frida Giannini on her capsule collection with Liberty to celebrate the department store’s 150th anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new chapter for the fashion industry?
With 15 designer debuts, this was a historic fashion month for the industry. Who succeeded? Who fell short? And is this really the beginning of a new chapter in fashion history? The Monocle team assemble to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
At Paris Fashion Week with Colette’s Sarah Andelman
Sarah Andelman, the founder of beloved concept store Colette, which closed in 2017, speaks about relaunching the shop as a pop-up for Paris Fashion Week in memory of her friend and collaborator Virgil Abloh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Gucci debate. Plus: a look ahead to Paris with Lanvin’s Peter Copping
Monocle’s Grace Charlton and Natalie Theodosi discuss Demna’s Gucci debut. Plus: a look ahead to Paris Fashion Week. And: Peter Copping of Lanvin shares insights into designing for the brand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
London is back: The best of Fashion Week and inside Anya Hindmarch's tuck shop
All the highlights from London Fashion Week and a trip to Anya Hindmarch's West London-based tuck shop for her insights into successfully running a business off the fashion-show calendar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The politics of the front row with Sara Blonstein and Christopher Morency
The producer behind London Fashion Week’s NewGen shows, Sara Blonstein, tells us what we can expect from LFW. Plus: Brand consultant Christopher Morency on the value of the fashion show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Kliger, Mytheresa’s CEO, returns
Michael Kliger returns to discuss newly formed luxury retail group LuxExperience and Fernando Augusto Pacheco of ‘The Stack’ talks media news with Natalie Theodosi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer special: End-of-season reflections and what to wear
Producers Lily Austin and Steph Chungu join Natalie Theodosi to discuss interview highlights, the brands that they are loving this summer and what’s to come when ‘Monocle on Fashion’ returns in September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Couture Week highlights and Michael Rider’s Celine debut
Mosha Lundström Halbert, fashion journalist and founder of online platform Newsfash, joins Natalie Theodosi to discuss Michael Rider’s much lauded Celine debut and Couture Week highlights, including Schiaparelli, Chanel and Balenciaga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A deep dive into Indonesia’s fashion market
We explore the fast-growing fashion market in Indonesia as our Asia editor, James Chambers, speaks to Denica Riadini-Flesch, the founder of ‘farm-to-closet’ brand SukkhaCitta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dispatches from Men’s Fashion Week
As Men's Fashion Week comes to a close, Sophie Jordan, Mytheresa’s Menswear Buying Director and editor Dan Thawley, join Natalie Theodosi to compare notes from the runways in Paris and Milan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can fashion be spiritual? Raechel Temily’s new resort brand makes a compelling case
The founder and creative director of new resort-wear label Temily tells us about her unconventional career path and the spirituality behind her collection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Racil Chalhoub on the power of reinvention
Lebanese-born, London-based womenswear designer Racil Chalhoub discusses the journey of her label, Racil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The return of Stockholm Fashion Week
We speak to John-Jamal Gille, director of the Association of Swedish Fashion Brands (ASFB), on the return of Stockholm Fashion Week. Plus: we catch up with Dag Granath of Saman Amel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Cannes with costume designer Catherine Martin and Miu Miu
Award-winning costume designer Catherine Martin discusses the inspiration behind her upcoming collection with Miu Miu. Plus: a preview of Konfekt’s summer issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Live with Jennifer Chamandi
We join shoe designer Jennifer Chamandi as she hosts an intimate gathering at “The Apartment”, the British brand’s new showroom-cum-studio, to tell the label’s story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rejina Pyo on running an independent fashion brand
Womenswear designer Rejina Pyo speaks about running her eponymous brand on her own terms and staying independent in a challenging market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Misan Harriman
Photographer and social activist Misan Harriman talks about starting his career at 40, documenting protest movements and the benefits of refusing to play the fashion game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Charlie Casely-Hayford on the Met Gala, black dandyism and his father’s legacy
Menswear designer Charlie Casely-Hayford speaks about digging into his late father’s archive for The Costume Institute’s spring exhibition on black dandyism, as well as the “understated elegance” of his eponymous brand, Casely-Hayford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Under the covers with Richard Spencer Powell
Monocle’s creative director, Richard Spencer Powell, discusses the new issue of Monocle magazine and his role in maintaining brand consistency while balancing creativity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Blake Abbie on 25 years of ‘A Magazine Curated By’
Belgium’s first fashion magazine has a unique offering, each issue is curated by a different designer. Editor in chief, Blake Abbie, discusses the process of making ‘A Magazine Curated By’ as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tibi’s Amy Smilovic on ‘creative pragmatism’
Tibi’s founder, Amy Smilovic, joins Natalie Theodosi to talk about the label’s rebirth, her style mantra “creative pragmatism” and the value of defining one’s own metrics for success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Salone del Mobile special: In bed with Marimekko and Laila Gohar
Visual artist Laila Gohar and Marimekko’s creative director, Rebecca Bay, discuss their partnership at Salone del Mobile 2025: a bedroom installation showcasing a capsule collection of pyjamas, eye masks and bedding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Handbag tales
Director Joanna Hogg discusses her contribution to Miu Miu’s Women’s Tales film series, a short about the life of a handbag. Then: ‘Konfekt’ editor, Sophie Grove, muses on the significance of this design item.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alighieri’s Rosh Mahtani on telling stories through jewellery
Founder and creative director Rosh Mahtani discusses the literary inspiration behind her jewellery brand, Alighieri, and its expansion into homeware with the launch of Alighieri Casa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The verdict on fashion month
Monocle’s new cafe-cum-recording studio in Paris plays host to three industry insiders as they reflect on this past fashion month, including Mytheresa’s chief brand officer, Tiffany Hsu, and the founder of Tibi, Amy Smilovic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The art of costume design with Lisy Christl
‘Monocle on Fashion’ producer Lily Austin speaks to Oscar and Bafta-nominated costume designer Lisy Christl about her work on ‘Conclave’. Then: we discuss the crossover between luxury fashion and costume design.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is Fashion Week boring?
There has been a recurring question this fashion month: which cities are still relevant? We discuss the state of the industry with its most honest critic, Boringnotcom, and Monocle’s Grace Charlton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 years of Studio Nicholson
As Studio Nicholson marks its 15th birthday, Nathalie Theodosi sits down with the brand’s founder, Nick Wakeman, to discuss her design ethos, the influence of Japanese style and what’s instore for the label this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Under the covers with Tyler Brûlé
Recording from our new hub on rue Bachaumont, Tyler Brûlé looks back at Monocle’s founding values and dissects the magazine’s unique perspective on fashion. We discuss the importance of storytelling, timeless design and discovery, as well as this season’s fashion highlights. Plus: a preview of our new Paris home, where hospitality meets great retail and community.&nb
Dispatches from Paris’s Left Bank
Natalie Theodosi visits two Left Bank couturiers, Julie de Libran and Rabih Kayrouz, to talk about running independent ateliers from one of Paris’s most charming neighbourhoods.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Under the covers: fashion weeks vs design fairs, plus the new February issue
How do the worlds of fashion and design interact? Monocle’s design editor, Nic Monisse, joins Natalie Theodosi to compare notes on the events they’ve been attending in Paris this month. Plus highlights from the February issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mary Katrantzou on her Bulgari debut
Greek designer Mary Katrantzou is known for her whimsical patterns and 3D silhouettes. She joins the programme to discuss her new role as Bulgari’s first-ever creative director of leather goods and accessories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How inauguration fashion makes a statement
Fashion historian Summer Anne Lee discusses the meaning behind presidential fashions ahead of the inauguration, from Washington to Trump. We are also joined by Chiara Rimella to compare the inauguration looks of three notable women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The return of Delpozo, Spain’s ‘sleeping beauty’ brand
Creative director Joaquín Trías speaks about the revival of “sleeping beauty” brand Delpozo, collaborating with Tilda Swinton and drawing inspiration from its home base, Madrid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gabriela Hearst’s new chapter
Uruguayan designer Gabriela Hearst takes us inside her world. She shares the inspiration behind her designs as she moves into a new phase with her eponymous brand after stepping down as Chloé’s creative director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Under the covers: ‘The Forecast’ with Nic Monisse and James Chambers
As ‘The Forecast’ hits the stands, design editor Nic Monisse and Asia editor James Chambers join Natalie Theodosi to talk about the people, places and market trends that will set the agenda for 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Uniqlo’s new creative director, Clare Waight Keller
The new creative director of Uniqlo, Clare Waight Keller, who was previously the artistic director of brands including Chloe and Givenchy, speaks about her unorthodox career move, the joy in designing for the many and what the Japanese fashion business can teach its European counterparts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Backstage at the Fashion Awards 2024
Straight off the stage, @nattheodosi speaks to winning designers including Chopova Lowena,16Arlington's Marco Capaldo and Simone Rocha, as well as photographer Tyler Mitchell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Under the covers: Monocle photo editor Alex Milnes
From commissioning work that’s always fresh to finding new talent, Alex Milnes talks us through the photography in the fashion pages of Monocle’s December/January issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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