In this episode of The Word in Fashion Podcast, Neeti Banga, Associate Professor at National Institute of Fashion Technology, shares her perspective after nearly two decades in fashion education and industry.

Christopher explores the real challenges facing young designers today, from staying original in a hyper-digital world to balancing creativity with industry demands. She breaks down what the fashion industry is actually looking for beyond portfolios, why collaboration matters more than ever, and how AI should be used as a tool, not a replacement.

The conversation also dives deep into Indian crafts, conscious consumption, and how creativity connects to well-being, both for designers and consumers.

This episode is a grounded look at what it really takes to build a meaningful career in fashion today.

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Join Krishnan and Akanksha from The Word in Fashion podcast as they sit down with Herbert W., a digital fashion developer at Levi's, to explore the transformation of fashion design over the past decade. Herbert shares his unique journey from traditional fashion design to becoming a 100% digital creator, discussing how AI and 3D tools are revolutionizing the industry. From his early days scraping jeans by hand to today's laser finishing technology, Herbert offers invaluable insights for aspiring designers, students, and industry professionals about the future of digital fashion, the importance of understanding fundamentals, and how AI is democratizing fashion entrepreneurship.

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In this episode of The Word in Fashion Podcast, we’re joined by Christopher Fink, a global fashion executive and strategic advisor with nearly four decades of experience spanning luxury, mass market, and cultural institutions.

Christopher Fink talks about what it really takes to build and sustain a fashion brand after nearly four decades across luxury, mass market, and global cultural institutions. Drawing from his journey as a designer, creative director, and leader, he unpacks brand DNA versus trend culture, why restraint and clarity matter more than speed, and what most people misunderstand about how fashion actually works. The conversation moves through leadership, decision-making, education, and practical advice for young designers, especially around judgment, identity, and building something that lasts in an industry obsessed with visibility.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherqfink54/

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