picture Kirsten van Santen
Educating from passion
If there’s one thing I’ve always loved more than working in fashion, it’s talking about why and how I came to work in fashion.
I’m here for the next generation, for those striving to shape a better, more conscious fashion industry. Whether I’m teaching, mentoring, or speaking, I aim to share what I’ve learned in a way that’s practical, honest, and human.
With over 15 years of experience inside global fashion and beauty brands, I now speak from the inside out: blending strategic insight with personal stories, cultural context, and critical reflection. I don’t just talk trends, I connect them to people, identity, and impact.
My work is aimed at schools, academies, and companies looking for meaningful talks, workshops, or mentoring around fashion, marketing, identity, and empowerment. I believe in education that activates — whether in a classroom, team session, or conference setting.
Educating
From fashion academies to vocational classrooms, I create and deliver learning experiences that are grounded in real-world industry insight, driven by purpose, and designed to activate critical thinking, creativity, and confidence.
Guest lectures & workshops
Curriculum development
Long-term teaching collaborations
Public speaking
I’m available for talks, panels, and mentoring sessions that centre around the human side of fashion, marketing, and identity. My style is honest, intuitive, and always rooted in lived experience. I speak on topics such as:
Fashion marketing & branding
Female empowerment & visibility
How to enter the world of fashion
Whether I’m on a panel, delivering a keynote, or mentoring 1:1, my goal is always the same: to leave people inspired, informed, and ready to take action.
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