CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund: What It’s Really Like to be a Finalist

CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund: What It’s Really Like to be a Finalist

March 22, 2026 · 47 min

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Victoria interviews Ashley Moubayed about her experience as a CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund finalist and the realities of growing a fashion business.

In this episode, Victoria sits down with Ashley Moubayed, founder of Don’t Let Disco and a CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund finalist. They discuss her journey from building the brand as a side hustle to becoming a full-time founder, and the realities of growing a fashion business. Ashley shares what it’s really like to go through the CFDA Fashion Fund, from the application process to the impact it has on credibility and growth. They also break down the cost of New York Fashion Week, navigating press, ...

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