Why Mike Ashley’s growing luxury empire has the fashion industry on edge

Why Mike Ashley’s growing luxury empire has the fashion industry on edge

August 21, 2026 · 30 min

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The episode discusses Mike Ashley's impact on the fashion industry through his growing luxury empire and the significance of the Harvey Nichols deal.

On this week’s Glossy Podcast, international fashion reporter Zofia Zwieglinska joins senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi to explain who Mike Ashley is, why the Harvey Nichols deal matters and how Frasers is gaining influence across the fashion industry.

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Host: Danny Parisi

Guest: Zofia Zwieglinska

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Organizations: Mike Ashley, Harvey Nichols, Frasers, fashion industry

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