Have you ever found yourself captivated by the intricate craftsmanship of a handbag, the story it tells through its design and materials? Our guest today, Doris Izquierdo from DOIZPE, is here to share her personal journey and the fascinating tale behind becoming a Mexico-born handbag designer. Doris' designs are deeply rooted in her upbringing, her family's pride in Mexican-made products, and her grandmother's values of repurposing and sustainability. She also speaks about her educational journey in industrial design and the life-changing experiences she had while living in Australia. Staying true to our commitment to bringing you stories of creativity and determination, Doris takes us on a journey of her evolution as a designer, from creating her first bag in South Africa to discovering the art of natural leather. She talks about her collaboration with artisans in Tallier Maya and Yankatilla, and the role her aunt played in the birth of her brand name, Doispe. Her journey is filled with challenges and triumphs, all of which have shaped her brand and her unique approach to design. We all know that the fashion industry is grappled with the challenge of balancing design and sustainability. Doris offers valuable insights into how she has tackled this issue, emphasizing the importance of sustainability, timelessness, and genderless fashion in the conscious fashion industry. She shares her strategies for selling her bags through local stores, her online shop, and various pop-ups. If you are a budding Latin American and Mexican designer aspiring to make it in the fashion industry, Doris' advice will be an invaluable guide. Join us for an enlightening conversation on sustainable fashion and the journey of a designer challenged by the industry norms. Follow Doris: https://www.instagram.com/doizpe/ https://www.instagram.com/do.iz.pe/ Shop Handbag Designer 101 Merch: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/category/all-products Book a handbag session with Emily: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/ Hire Emily to be a guest speaker at your event: https://www.emilyblumenthal.com/speaking Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HandbagDesigner101-IHDA Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handbagdesigner/ Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handbagdesigner Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/handbagdesigner