Jeanne Beker

Marilyn Brooks, Trailblazer of Canadian Fashion Retail, Dies at 93

Craig Patterson -
Marilyn Brooks, a celebrated Canadian fashion designer known for popularizing 1960s mod fashion in Toronto, has died at the age of 93. Her influence extended through her innovative retail practices and mentorship of emerging designers.

Mernini Expands from Newfoundland After Dragons’ Den Deal

Craig Patterson -
Newfoundland outerwear brand Mernini grows nationwide after Dragons’ Den success, with founder Maria Halfyard bringing East Coast resilience to Canadian fashion.

Video Podcast [Interview – Part 2]: Fashion Icon Jeanne Beker Interviewed by Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson

Retail Insider -
Jeanne and Craig discuss her career on Fashion Television including highlights such as her exclusively announcing the retirement of Valentino.

Video Podcast [Interview – Part 1]: Fashion Icon Jeanne Beker Interviewed by Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson

Retail Insider -
Retail Insider's Craig Patterson interviews fashion icon Jeanne Beker about the future of retail in a two-part podcast. Ms. Beker was host of Fashion Television between the years 1985 and 2012.
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