EP 163: Surviving the Shift

In this insightful episode, designer and fashion-tech entrepreneur Afsha Iragorri returns to the podcast to talk about the evolving landscape of 3D fashion and digital design. Broadcasting from a heatwave in Madrid, she shares her current experiences balancing work, creativity, and location independence. She dives into the nuanced reality of freelancing in today's global fashion market, touching on coworking culture, energy costs, and staying productive despite distractions.The conversation takes a deeper dive into how AI and 3D tools are reshaping workflows. Afsha offers candid insights into the instability of the current 3D fashion job market, the reasons companies are shifting away from certain tech, and how AI tools like Raspberry AI and Runway are being integrated — or resisted — in fashion design. Her forward-looking approach blends optimism and realism, providing both freelancers and brands with actionable reflections on how to navigate the next wave of digital transformation.