The Man Behind the Fashion (and Emily's heart)

Ever wondered what it takes to bring your favorite t-shirt from an idea to your closet?This week, Michelle and Emily welcome a very special guest: Emily's fiancé, Bret Schnitker—entrepreneur, global apparel expert, world traveler, and co-host of the Clothing Coulture podcast.Bret shares the unlikely path that led him from a California surfer kid and aspiring actor to becoming a leader in the international fashion industry. Along the way, he reveals how a mentor changed the trajectory of his career, what he's learned from manufacturing around the globe, and why relationships matter just as much as business strategy.The conversation also turns personal as Bret and Emily share how friendship, collaboration, and mutual respect slowly grew into love. It's an honest discussion about finding your person later in life, balancing work and romance, and why great conversation may be the sexiest quality of all.Of course, it wouldn't be Cliterally Speaking without a little laughter, plenty of relationship banter, and a bottle of excellent rosé.In this episode:How Bret accidentally found a career in fashionThe surprising journey from retail to international apparel manufacturingWhat really goes into making the clothes we wearManufacturing, politics, and the changing global economyWhy mentorship can change the course of your lifeHow Bret and Emily met—and why they kept their relationship quiet at firstFinding love after life's detoursWhy intellectual connection matters just as much as physical attractionWedding plans, future adventures, and a few laughs along the wayWine of the WeekBrook & Bull Rosé by winemaker Ashley Trout (Walla Walla, Washington)A refreshing summer rosé that even converted a self-proclaimed rosé skeptic. Emily and Michelle also reminisce about Ashley's previous appearance on the podcast and toast to friendship, great wine, and meaningful conversations.Connect with Bret & EmilyLearn more about Bret and Emily's work in the fashion industry through their podcast, Clothing Coulture, where they explore apparel manufacturing, global sourcing, design, and the ever-changing business of fashion.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.comFacebook: @cspeakpodcastInstagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcastPlease call our comment line: 812-727-0794Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. Our Patreon site is up - visit it here - http://bit.ly/32uOnVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.