Defying Norms: How a Tech Financier Redefined Women's Fashion

podcast December 31, 1969

Diana Nguyen shares the inspiration behind her fashion brand, Madison Savile, which goes beyond just creating stylish blazers. She wanted to empower women and inspire confidence through the structure and design of the blazers. Diana's personal journey, growing up in a family of strong women, influenced her desire to make a positive impact and support other women. She emphasizes the importance of having a community of entrepreneurs who understand the challenges and can provide support. Diana also discusses the evolution of her brand and the need to be open to new possibilities and opportunities. In this conversation, Diana Nguyen, the founder of Madison Savile, discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced in building her brand. She emphasizes the importance of knowing when to bring on help and delegate tasks to others. Diana also highlights the challenges women face in finding the perfect blazer and how Madison Savile addresses these issues with their comfortable and functional designs. She shares her initiatives to support women, including partnering with charities and launching a podcast. Finally, Diana offers advice for women looking to make the leap from a corporate job to entrepreneurship, encouraging them to overcome fear and take the first step.

Takeaways

Madison Savile was inspired by Diana's love for blazers and her desire to empower and inspire confidence in women.
The purpose of Madison Savile goes beyond fashion, aiming to make a positive impact and support women on their journey.
Diana's journey to entrepreneurship was influenced by her desire to make a greater impact and follow her calling.
Being part of an entrepreneurial community is crucial for support, guidance, and understanding.
The first month of sales can be a reality check and a validation of the product's value.
Being open to the journey and embracing change and evolution is essential for long-term success.
Impressing yourself first and building confidence from within is key to impressing the world.
Building confidence and embracing the different seasons of life is important for personal growth and success. Knowing when to bring on help is crucial for business growth and success.
Comfort and functionality are key factors to consider when designing blazers for women.
Supporting women through initiatives and partnerships can have a positive impact on their lives.
Overcoming fear and taking the first step is essential for women transitioning to entrepreneurship.

Bio:

Diana Nguyen is the CEO and Founder Madison / Savile, a lifestyle brand of women’s inspirational blazers and suits. She was a Finance Consultant turned Fashion Designer and Entrepreneur. Before making the leap into the fashion world and starting Madison / Savile she spent 15 years in corporate in the tech and finance industry. During her years in corporate, she saw countless women struggle with finding a blazer that they loved (including herself!) due to a combination of poor fit or style. She realized that there was a gap in the market, quit her corporate job and since then have been working tirelessly to perfect the fit of a woman’s blazer through her label Madison / Savile. “I can confidently say our blazers are so comfortable you can sleep in them!”

Social Media

Madison / Savile

IG: @madisonsavile

FB: https://www.facebook.com/madisonsavile

Diana Nguyen

IG: @dtnguyen21

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-nguyen-662a1b4

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