From Darkness to Destiny: Sima Azadegan’s Mission Through Fashion

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode of Santa Fe Fashion Week: Fashion Behind the Curtain, Stephen Cuomo sits down with Sima Azadegan—founder of the globally recognized fashion brand, Sima Collezione. In a powerful and deeply personal conversation, Sima shares how the darkest days of her life led to a spiritual awakening that uncovered her true purpose. At the age of 50, during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, she launched Sima Collezione—a fashion house born not just from style, but from soul. Since its inception in March 2020, Sima’s collection has graced runways around the world, including Paris, Milan, New York, and Abu Dhabi. Her designs have been featured in top-tier outlets like Elle Italia, Harper’s Bazaar Italia, and Marie Claire Italia—all achieved through organic momentum driven by her mission to heal, uplift, and inspire women globally. Tune in to hear how Sima transformed personal pain into global purpose and why she believes fashion can be a humanitarian movement that empowers women to step into their authenticity. This is more than a fashion story—it’s a soul journey you won’t want to miss. Fashion Behind the Curtain is the official podcast of Santa Fe Fashion Week, diving into the real business of fashion—from designers and photographers to entrepreneurs connecting people that work in the fashion industry. Would you like to be a guest or host a podcast, check out Podmatch: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/fashionbehindthecurtain Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more exclusive fashion industry insights! 💡 Are you in the fashion industry? We’re always looking for passionate guests to share their insights. Drop us a message—we’d love to have you on! 🎙️ Fashion Behind the Curtain Hosted by Santa Fe Fashion Week Executive Producer Stephen Cuomo, Fashion Behind the Curtain takes you on an exclusive journey into the business of fashion. Each episode offers a deep dive into the industry’s inner workings, featuring candid interviews with designers, models, stylists, photographers, and other key players. Discover the stories, strategies, and secrets behind the glamour as Stephen pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in fashion. Whether you’re an aspiring fashion professional or a style enthusiast, this podcast delivers insider insights you won’t find anywhere else. 1. visit santafefashionweek.com for information on our upcoming shows. 2. Subscribe to Santa Fe Fashion Week "Fashion Behind the Curtain" on your favorite platform to stay unto date on our latest episodes. 3. If you found value in todays episode, don't forget to leave us a review and share it with your favorite fashion enthusiast. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santafefashionweeknm/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@santafefashionweek Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-cuomo-36094b20/ #FashionPhotography #FashionInternships #SantaFeFashionWeek #BehindTheCurtain #StephenCuomo