GET THE BLUEPRINT

EP 88 - How ISAMAR Launched and Funded a Resort Wear Brand

Jun 20, 2025

Welcome to Episode 88 of the Fast Track Your Fashion Brand podcast! In this inspiring episode, host Nicole Di Rocco sits down in person with mastermind member Monica Ghiglia, founder of ISAMAR Collection, a travel-inspired resortwear brand. Monica shares her journey from a full-time immigration attorney and mom to launching a successful fashion brand that blends versatility, timeless design, and cultural storytelling.

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

  • Monica’s journey from lawyer to fashion brand CEO

  • How she found her brand idea on a beach in Hawaii

  • The power of launching with one signature product

  • Why she chose to do a soft launch before Kickstarter

  • Her results: 79 pieces sold, $9K in sales in 5 days

  • How AI and ChatGPT helped refine her branding and messaging

  • Tips for using Kickstarter strategically

🔗 Links & Resources:

SPOTIFY

APPLE PODCAST

PODCAST: LAUNCH YOUR FASHION LINE SERIES

The Podcast covers the TOP QUESTIONS from Fashion Business Entrepreneurs. 

🎙️ How to start a clothing brand

🎙️ How to source fabric for a clothing line

🎙️ How much to start a clothing line

🎙️ How to wholesale your clothing line

🎙️ How to start a sustainable clothing brand

🎙️ How to find an ethical factory

🎙️ How to find a USA factory

🎙️ How many styles to start a clothing line

Ready to Launch Your Fashion Brand With Nicole?

Click below to see which program or mentoring is right for you and your brand.

YES! I'M READY TO LAUNCH MY FASHION BRAND!