Did you know that King Louis XIV shaped fashion as we know it today? The Sun King didn’t just rule France—he ruled fashion, creating trends, exclusivity, and the foundation of the modern fashion industry’s status, branding, and consumption cycle, which still influence us today.
But what if we could change fashion’s future?
Fashion is more than just clothing—it’s a statement, a movement, and a force for change. In this episode, Sid Bensalah interviews Victoria Scholz, a sustainability advocate and ethical fashion expert, to uncover the truth about the fashion industry and its impact on our planet.
From her early days in the industry at 15 to her global experiences in London, Paris, Milan, and Florence, Victoria offers a profound and enlightening perspective on sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation in fashion.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Fashion’s Hidden Impact: Sustainability, History & Sportswear with Victoria Scholz
01:02 – Victoria’s Early Career in Fashion
01:40 – Pivotal Moments in Sustainability
02:40 – Historical Roots of Fashion
04:38 – Modern Fashion and Social Impact
08:18 – Local Production and Sustainability
13:32 – Redefining Seasonal Trends
19:22 – Sustainability in Sportswear
24:45 – Promoting Diversity in Fashion
29:05 – Balancing Inclusivity and Brand Identity
31:13 – Steps for Sustainable Consumer Action
34:20 – Aligning Profit Motives with Sustainability
40:36 – Defining Personal Style Beyond Brands
43:52 – Innovations in Sustainable Fashion
49:56 – Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions
52:44 – Final Thoughts and Farewell
Fashion is at a crossroads. We can either continue the wasteful cycle of overproduction and environmental harm or demand change, support sustainable brands, and rethink our consumption habits.
Final Thought: “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” – Jane Goodall
Connect with Victoria:
📸 Instagram: @vcnscholz
🎵 TikTok: @dodoscholzog
▶️ YouTube: Victoria Scholz
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