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Clothing Coulture

The Clothing Coulture podcast is hosted by Stars Design Group CEO, Bret Schnitker and CSO (Chief Strategy Officer), Emily Lane

Each episode discusses solutions to fashion industry challenges through the lens of experts, disruptors, and innovators. 

Stars Design Group is a global apparel design and manufacturing company, built on combining talent with technology to create efficient systems which support lifestyle brands and retailers. 

Learn more about us at: www.StarsDesignGroup.com

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Apr 23, 2024

Former CEO of Conde Nast in Latin America and Mexico, Eva Hughes, joins Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane to discuss her experiences as a woman in leadership and the challenges she faced in a male-dominated industry. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, personal growth, and confidence. Eva shares insights on...


Apr 9, 2024

Join Emily Lane and Bret Schnitker as they dive into the entrepreneurial journey of fashion legend Stuart Weitzman. From his early days as a designer to building a legacy business, Weitzman shares the twists and turns, good decisions and bad decisions, that led to his success. Discover how he found inspiration outside...


Apr 2, 2024

In this first episode of Clothing Coulture season 4, hosts Emily Lane and Bret Schnitker explore the human process behind garment manufacturing. They discuss the hundreds of millions of people involved in the industry and the various stages of production, from fiber to fabric to garment creation. Despite advancements,...


Feb 21, 2024

In the final episode of the 3rd season, hosts CEO of Stars Design Group, Bret Schnitker, and CSO, Emily Lane discuss the fashion industry's future, focusing on the trends and innovations expected in 2024 and beyond. They delve into various topics, including the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on design and...


Dec 19, 2023

WRAP (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production) is an independent certification program that promotes safe and ethical manufacturing conditions. They conduct audits and provide certifications to factories around the world. In this episode, Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane sit down with Avedis Seferian, President and CEP...