In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard Jarman, the designer and founder of COMMASCOMMAS is a swim and resortwear label based in Sydney, launched in 2017.Richard has always drawn inspiration from his unique Australian seaside lifestyle.The name COMMAS implies a purposeful pause, a reminder to catch your breath, to recalibrate, and take pleasure in the moment.The brand serves as a catalyst to find calmness in the spaces between life’s clutter.Ricard shares how "It all started with the goal to create the perfect pair of swim shorts."From there, Richards's quest grew to create a completely original resort wardrobe comprising of “pieces that create a feeling of confidence and calm."Shortly after launching, Richard was invited by Woolmark to represent Australia at Pitti Uomo in Florence, to showcase his SS18 collection.In Florence, COMMAS caught the eye of luxury e-commerce platform Matchesfashion.com, who launched the brand globally in January 2018.Commas have since expanded to partner with Major retail partners globally in addition to their own e-commerce business.Amongst incredible milestones, COMMAS was awarded the winner of The 'National Designer Award' At The 2021 Melbourne Fashion FestivalI was inspired by this conversation with Richard and in awe of his calm nature, business acumen and passion for his seaside Australian Lifestyle and I'm sure you will be too!You can find Richard at:Website: www.commas.ccInstagram: @commasIf you want to take your Fashion Business Development next level and join an Industry Mentor Led Community, we'd love you to join our 'Start Your Fashion Business' Programme.JOIN OUR PROGRAMME - ENROLMENTS OPEN JUNE 1st If you want to make the Fashion Business your Business in 2021/22 – then please head over to our website and jump on our Waitlist – we’ll be opening enrolments to our SYFB Programme and Community on the 1st June and if you're on the waitlist we’ll ensure you receive all the info you need in the lead-up.In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!You can find Fashion Equipped over at:Instagram: @fashionequippedPodcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: www.fashionequipped.com.auLet's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.