“Get support early. Don’t wait until you are burnt out or stuck. Whether it’s with us or someone else you trust, invest in learning the business side of fashion as much as the creative. That is what sets successful designers apart,” Exie suggested.

“Our goal is to be more than a design agency. We want to be the place where creativity feels supported, where the tech works in the background, and where the people behind the brands feel seen, heard, and empowered to succeed,” Kondel conveyed.