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Episode 27 â Aleksandra Sivokoneva ⢠Mana Fashion | Building a Fashion Ecosystem in Miami
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- The Fashion Translator
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- Apr 21, 2026
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đď¸ In this episode of The Fashion Translator, I spoke with Aleksandra Sivokoneva, Creative Director of Mana Fashion, about building a functional fashion ecosystem in Miami â through infrastructure, access, and community. Most fashion conversations focus on visibility, branding, and product. But none of that sustains without the systems behind it. In emerging markets like Miami, the real challenge isnât creativity â itâs the absence of structured support: sourcing, space, and industry connection. From real estate-driven development to B2B services and local sourcing access, this conversation breaks down what it actually takes to build an environment where designers donât just launch â but stay and grow. We explore: ⢠Why community is the operational foundation of a fashion ecosystem⢠How physical spaces and real estate directly impact industry growth⢠The importance of local sourcing access â and what changes when it exists⢠How emerging brands integrate into structured systems instead of building in isolation⢠Why Miami is positioning itself as a strategic bridge between North and Latin America Fashion ecosystems arenât built through visibility â but through infrastructure, systems, and the ability to operationalize creativity at scale. Guest: đ¤ Aleksandra Sivokonevađ Instagram: @joa_diaryđ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandra-sivokoneva-4608a971 Brand: đ www.manafashion.com đ Instagram: @manafashionservices ⨠Connect with Claire Lys to explore how AI, systems, and innovation can support fashion brands â or to be featured on The Fashion Translator: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-lys-bastien-wald/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit clairelysbastienwald.substack.com