From Perth to Paris Fashion Week: How Brittany McGovern Became Fashion's Quiet Power Player

Now, with her own venture, Interlude Communications, she's stepping into a new chapter where she’s not just executing other people's visions, but helping shape them from the beginning. You made the move from Australia to New York, one of the most competitive cities in.

What was the moment you realized you actually belonged here? Honestly, I don't think there was one moment.

What Happened

I still have a hard time processing it sometimes. I grew up in Perth and was fascinated by this world long before I ever worked in it.

• I met Colm completely out of curiosity in 2019.

• They're built because you genuinely enjoy working with people, and sometimes the payoff comes years later.

• The best relationships aren't built because you're expecting something back.

Key Details

I wasn't just interested in fashion or music. I'd end up researching the stylist, then the editor, then the manager.

• You can do incredible work, make introductions, solve problems, answer your phone at midnight, and sometimes things still don't work out.

• Personally, I'd rather spend the time figuring out what actually makes a brand different.

• I think brands sometimes panic and feel like they need to react to every trend or every conversation online.

Why It Matters

Looking back, I wasn't obsessed with celebrities. I was obsessed with the people around it.

• The difference is they have a thousand more things competing for their attention.

• People still respond to good stories, interesting people and genuine ideas.

What Reports Say

Coverage of the story so far points to:

• Continued reporting by Complex as more details emerge