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Taiye Owolabi is the CEO and public relations manager of The Lucky Ones, a faith-based clothing brand that launched in March 2015. With deep-rooted beliefs and inspiration from Lecrae's music, Taiye has successfully pivoted his brand from luxury to casual streetwear while maintaining a focus on promoting positive lifestyles through health and fitness. His journey from Amway entrepreneur to a fashion brand co-owner exemplifies perseverance and visionary leadership, making him the ideal guest to delve into the intersection of faith, fashion, and business.
In this episode, you'll learn,
- The significance of pleats in contemporary fashion and how they can fit into the everyday man's wardrobe.
- The origins and innovative use of waxed cotton, from sailboat sails to stylish outerwear.
- How The Lucky Ones brand transitioned from luxury items to casual streetwear, and the impact of faith on its journey.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Fashion Geeks
00:15 Podcast Beginnings and History
01:57 Daytime Recording and Work Life
03:40 Fashion Events and Instagram Highlights
03:56 Louis Vuitton and Virgil Abloh
10:02 Introducing Our Guest: Taiye Awolabi
12:13 The Lucky Ones: Brand Origins and Philosophy
19:49 Fashion Shows and College Circuit
28:42 Focusing on Casual Wear for College Kids
29:30 Seasonal Sales Trends and Challenges
30:33 Incorporating Faith into Fashion
33:00 The Importance of Perseverance in Business
35:07 Final Thoughts and Inspirational Messages
36:57 Defining 'Fly' and Wrapping Up the Interview
41:23 Exploring the History and Utility of Waxed Cotton
48:45 Fashion Word of the Day: Pleat
53:08 Fashion Word of the Day: Blucher
55:41 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
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