1 comment ·Mar 07, 2025

International Women's Day 2025: Q&A with Fleur Christacos (our founder) on Accelerating Action

International Women's Day (IWD) 2025 is all about accelerating action—taking meaningful steps toward gender equality and creating real change. At Fleur of England, supporting and empowering women has always been at the heart of our brand. In this special blog post, we sit down with our CEO and Founder, Fleur Christacos, to hear her thoughts on what this theme means to her and how Fleur of England is driving action in 2025.

How will you be drawing attention to International Women's Day this year?

IWD is an incredible opportunity to celebrate women, amplify their voices, and take tangible steps toward change. This year, we have also taken action by filming a conversation with Emily McGuirk from Six Degrees about her experience co-founding a women-in-business networking community. Networking is a powerful tool for growth, and we wanted to highlight how women can support each other through shared knowledge, mentorship, and collaboration. This conversation is part of our commitment to fostering a space where women feel connected, inspired, and empowered to take action in their own careers.

IWD 2025 is all about accelerating action. What does this mean to you?

For me, accelerating action means going beyond talking the talk—it’s about doing. It’s about lifting other women up, creating opportunities, and pushing for progress tangibly. At Fleur of England, we don’t just talk about empowerment; we actively create pathways for women in the fashion industry to thrive. My team in the last week, has attended a personal finance webinar dedicated to female finances. I have also run an internal LinkedIn workshop for my female team to help them with personal development.

In your 25-year career, how have you supported other women?

Supporting women has always been a fundamental part of my journey. Whether through mentorship, career opportunities, or fostering a supportive work environment, I’ve always believed in the power of women championing women. Over the years, I’ve mentored female founders, supported female artisans, and built a brand that celebrates the strength and beauty of women.

How will your business accelerate action in 2025?

One of the key ways we are driving action is by expanding our internship program, offering up to 10 internships a year to young women interested in the luxury fashion industry. By providing real-world experience, mentorship, and career guidance, we hope to equip the next generation with the tools they need to succeed.

where women feel connected, inspired, and empowered to take action in their own careers.

How important is it to you to inspire a future generation of women, and how do you do this?

It’s incredibly important. I believe that as women in leadership, we have a responsibility to inspire, educate, and uplift the next generation. I do this through mentorship, sharing my journey, and creating opportunities for young women to step into the industry with confidence. If my story and work can inspire even one woman to follow her dreams, then I know I’ve made a difference.

Taking Action Together

International Women’s Day is more than a celebration—it’s a call to action. At Fleur of England, we are committed to continuing our work in supporting, uplifting, and accelerating change for women in business and beyond.