Designing the viral Nike jacket that took China by storm | Jonathan de Lagarde | Makers of Fashion
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Summary
Jonathan de Lagarde, a fashion industry veteran, shares his journey and experiences working in various countries and brands. Jonathan discusses his experiences working in the fashion industry, including his time at Nike, running his own brand, and working for celebrity brands. He shares his proudest moments and advises young designers to target their desired jobs, build connections, embrace diversity, and learn the business side of fashion.
Where to find Jonathan de Lagarde:
Website: http://www.delagarde.us/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdelagarde/
Where to find Emilie and Theren from Make the Dot:
Website: https://makethedot.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/make-the-dot/
Instagram: http://instagram.com/makethedot
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@makethedot
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jonathan de Lagarde
01:28 Getting Into Fashion and Personal Style
04:23 The Intersection of Sport and Fashion
08:14 Working in Different Countries and Brands
12:59 Leadership and Cultural Nuances
16:50 Building a Diverse Experience Set
23:44 Building a Team of Self-Starters
26:53 Protecting and Supporting Team Productivity and Well-being
29:46 Finding Inspiration and Enjoyment in Fashion
32:11 Differences in Responsibility Working for Different Brands
35:53 Challenges of Staying on Schedule and Being Creative
38:06 Proudest Moments and Lessons Learned
49:29 Advice for Young Designers: Target Jobs and Embrace Diversity
52:32 The Importance of Learning the Business Side of Fashion
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