Are you aiming for success in the fashion industry but unsure where to start? The fashion world is vast and complex, requiring a blend of creativity, knowledge, and solid communication. Learning how the industry works equips you with the tools to make informed decisions, sidestepping pitfalls that could derail your business before it even gets…
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Are you a designer struggling to balance your creativity with the rigorous demands of running a business? In a world where the pressure to stay innovative collides with the daily grind, finding that equilibrium is more crucial than ever. Fortunately, there are strategies that can help you maintain your creative spark while efficiently managing your…
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Fashion is an industry that thrives on creativity and innovation. However, behind every stunning ensemble and ground-breaking design, lies a complex network of collaborations and vast amounts of mutual respect. In this dynamic and competitive industry, the importance of respect and collaboration cannot be understated. This blog post delves into the critical aspects of respect…
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Outsourcing pattern-making and sewing in your fashion business can be a game-changer. Whether you have a background in design or not, working with professionals who have expertise in these areas can save you time, money, and potential mistakes. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of outsourcing pattern making and sewing in your fashion…
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When developing a product, one of the most important things to consider is the timeline, knowing how to manage your time can be the difference between success and failure. There are many factors that can impact your timeline, from payment to fabric selection to the information you provide to your pattern makers and manufacturers.…
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Have you ever found yourself stuck in the development process and not launching your product? It can be frustrating, especially after investing so much time, effort and money into it. In this blog post, we will discuss the three biggest reasons why people don’t launch their product. Let’s dive in and see how we…
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If you’re looking to start your fashion business, you already know how important it is to have a vision and bring it to life. However, one of the most crucial aspects of starting a fashion business is having a correct pattern and sample to take to a manufacturer. In this blog post, we’ll discuss…
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As a mentor, one of the many things I hear from new designers is how we truly understand their ideas and vision. This is a valid concern since it can make or break the development process and the budget. In this video, I will be answering a question from a new mentee who asked, “How…
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Did you know that there are many factors that can affect your final profit margin? What goes into the cost of garments? As a designer, there are a number of things you do to reduce your garment costs, but something that can have a big impact with this, is fabric width. I recently had a…
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