A Day In The Life Of

Arthur de la Brelie is a Resourcer and Head Hunter at Outside The Box Recruitment, working at the intersection of talent, timing, and trust within the luxury fashion sector. In this *Day in the Life*, Arthur offers a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of headhunting—research, judgement, and relationship-building—revealing the thoughtful, human craft that sits beneath every successful placement.

What does it take to lead the charge on inclusion across one of the most iconic global fashion brands? Meet Hacinta Naidoo, Diversity & Inclusion Director EMEA at Ralph Lauren. With a deep belief that workplaces should reflect the world we live in, Hacinta blends lived experience, strategic leadership and a passion for giving voices space to be heard. From early coffees and yoga to shaping initiatives that matter on a regional scale, she takes us inside a world where purpose meets action and inclusion is more than a buzzword.

What does a day look like when you’ve helped build luxury fashion experiences across the world and now bring that depth of insight into consulting and innovation? Meet Antonio Blazevic, Worldwide Director of Made to Measure & Customisation at Tom Ford and Gucci, now senior consultant and strategic thinker across the fashion and retail space. With a journey that spans fine arts, industrial design and executive leadership, Antonio walks us through a life where early morning calm, global strategy and curiosity fuel creative impact and long-term vision.

What does it take to imagine and shape the future of luxury fashion with ideas that don’t just fit in, but stand out? Meet Stephen Lisseman, Design Director and Creative Visionary, a force in women’s luxury fashion who brings curiosity, strategic thinking and boundary-pushing creativity to everything he touches. With a journey that spans Central Saint Martins to Paris runways, and a daily rhythm driven by visual thinking and coffee, Stephen takes us inside a world where vision meets leadership and creativity is always in motion.

What does it look like to turn years of luxury retail leadership into a boutique consultancy that elevates people and performance? Meet Louise Powell, Co-Founder of LVL London, a female-led business born from decades of real world experience in high end retail and leadership development. With a passion for coaching, talent growth and helping brands and teams thrive, Louise takes us inside her journey — from floor leadership to founder life and the lessons she’s carried with her every step of the way.

What does it take to shape visual storytelling at the highest level and then spin that expertise into your own creative brand? Meet Krishna Antolin, Senior Creative Director and Founder of The Interiors Curator. With 25+ years in luxury fashion and retail, Krishna mixes big-brand precision with boutique passion to redefine how spaces and stories connect. From early morning rituals to global visual strategy and personal design philosophy, he takes us inside a world where creativity meets strategic muscle.

What does it take to build a modern HR brand that genuinely transforms creative workplaces? Meet Tacita Small, the founder and Managing Director of The Small HR Company. With decades of hands-on experience across major brands and a clear mission to reshape how organisations think about people, Tacita blends strategic insight with a deeply human approach to HR. From early morning school runs to steering a growing consultancy, she gives us a peek into her world where empathy, creativity and practical leadership collide.

What does it take to lead HR at one of the most iconic luxury fashion brands in the world? Meet Melissa Emmanuel, the powerhouse Global People Director at Tom Ford Fashion. With over 20 years of experience across multiple industries—and a deep passion for people, data, and African sci-fi—Melissa blends strategic insight with human-first leadership. From early gym sessions to global HR initiatives and intimate team moments, she takes us inside her dynamic world where empathy meets executive excellence.

What does it take to lead retail excellence on a global stage and help shape unforgettable luxury experiences? Meet Juan Pablo, Global Retail Director with over 15 years in the luxury industry and a track record across iconic names like Harrods, Galería Canalejas and Balenciaga. With a passion for strategic leadership and service that inspires people and clients alike, Juan Pablo takes us inside a world where culture, curiosity and operational mastery collide — from early planning rituals to building emotional connections that keep clients coming back.