Worlds First Female Master Tailor on Saville Row - Katheryn Sargent's Story

Описание: Kathryn Sargent made history as the first woman to open her own tailoring house on London’s iconic Savile Row — the heart of bespoke menswear.

In this episode of She Who Dares Wins, Kathryn shares her journey from an art-loving girl in Leeds to becoming one of the most respected names in tailoring. She talks about breaking into a male-dominated industry, the art and intimacy of bespoke suits, and why style is about far more than clothes.

From training for a decade to mastering her craft, to designing suits for everyone from CEOs to creatives, Kathryn’s story is one of passion, resilience, and daring to do things differently.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How to carve your own path in a traditional industry
Why tailoring is about identity, not just fit
The emotional power behind a bespoke suit
How more women than ever are embracing bespoke tailoring
The importance of saying “no” to stay true to your values

Listen now and get inspired to stitch your own story — no matter the odds.

Key Takeaways
Mastery takes time — Kathryn trained for over 10 years before launching her own house.

Breaking barriers isn’t about titles — it’s about consistently delivering excellence.

Bespoke suits are emotional investments — worn at life’s biggest milestones.

Women’s tailoring is booming — 40% of Kathryn’s clients are now women.

Saying no is sometimes the most powerful business move you can make.

🕰 Timestamps
00:00 — From Leeds to Savile Row: Kathryn’s early love for clothes
04:21 — Why menswear captured her imagination
08:53 — Breaking in with bold Harris Tweed and an award-winning design
11:37 — Apprenticeship days: the only woman in a room of 60
16:41 — Leaving a “masculine brand” to build her own business
28:45 — The rise of women’s bespoke tailoring
35:33 — Why a suit is never “just” a suit
47:12 — Is the suit still relevant in 2025?
52:00 — Dreaming of dressing James Bond
1:03:10 — Kathryn’s dare for women everywhere