In this episode of Street to Suite, Simon Zelman sits down with Daniel Moloney, New York-based designer and Founder and Creative Director of NAMARA, to explore his journey from studying design in Dublin to building a career with some of the fashion industry's most recognized brands. Daniel is a graduate of the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and has extensive experience across both men's and women's fashion and accessories.

Daniel shares how his early experience at Halston shaped his approach to design and craftsmanship, along with lessons learned from working with brands including Kenneth Cole, Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Burberry, Vince, and others. He discusses how working across high-end designers and high-volume brands helped him develop a broader perspective on brand building, design, and market strategy.

The conversation also explores the creation of NAMARA, Daniel's luxe streetwear label for men and women. Inspired by his European training and love of American culture, Daniel discusses building a distinct brand identity, balancing creativity with commercial realities, and bringing his experience in fashion design and brand development into his own business.

• Daniel's journey from studying design in Dublin to building a career in New York
• Lessons from his early experience at Halston
• How working with major fashion brands shaped his design perspective
• The value of experience across both men's and women's fashion
• Balancing creativity with commercial realities
• Building a strong and recognizable brand identity
• How Daniel's European training and American experience influence his work
• The story behind creating NAMARA
• The importance of craftsmanship and design in building a fashion brand
• Lessons from working across high-end designers and high-volume brands
• How experience in fashion can translate into brand building and market strategy

• Website: danielmoloney.co
• LinkedIn: Daniel Moloney on LinkedIn
• Brand: NAMARA

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Listen to this episode for an inside look at fashion, creativity, entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, and Daniel Moloney's journey from Dublin design student to building his own fashion brand in New York.