Category Archives: Business

If You Do Everything Yourself in Your Fashion Business, What Happens?

I am thrilled to be able to share this article today from Vianza’s Mita Patnaik. I absolutely flipped when I first read it because I think it hits home on some issues that really hold designers back. Things like – are …

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Fashion Business Roadmap: How to get clarity in your business

I’m noticing a big, huge, monstrous issue with entrepreneurs lately.  Well, it’s probably been around forever but it’s seemingly ubiquitous to me right now. And it’s an issue I’ve dealt with in my own business – many times.  Too many …

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Why you need to put your photo on your fashion business website

This is really a pet peeve of mine. Designers: Why do so many of you resist putting a photo of yourself on the “About Us” section of your website? And it frustrates me not just because I personally like to …

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What fashion designers need to know about the “Buy American” Trend

I was at Starbucks this morning and lo and behold, it hit me like a ton of bricks. The Buy American trend has really hit the mainstream. What used to seem like a bunch of rednecks screaming to Save Our …

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How to launch a fashion line with very little money

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Short on cash? Can you start and run a fashion business with no money? OK, very little money. Today’s video is NOT just for newbies. You can use the same strategies I talk about for your current business, especially if you’e …

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5 Questions All Fashion Designers Should Ask Themselves Before They Start a Business

Take this “5 Smart Entrepreneurial Questions” Challenge When you think about it, the word entrepreneur really says it all. Entrepreneur is a french word coming from “entreprendre” which means to launch – to start new things. Webster defines it as: …

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How to Work With a Sewing Contractor (Webinar for Clothing Designers)

Jane Hamill will interview NY production guru Boaz David on September 27th Free Webinar Tuesday, September 27th, 1 PM EDT REGISTER HERE What you’ll learn: How to make the manufacturing process less STRESSFUL What to look for in a contractor …

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10 ideas for your fashion business blog

If you’re a fashion designer, having a blog will help you attract and connect with customers. Here’s 10 ideas for blog posts to get you started.

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DOs and DON’Ts for your fashion design blog

Having a blog can boost your fashion design business. This list of tips helps you decide what to share, how much to write about your products, and what NOT to mention!

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Do Fashion Designers Need a Blog?

If you’re a fashion designer, having a blog on your fashion business website can help drive customers to your site and give you insight into what they’re looking for.

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