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

Posted on January 4, 2013 by jane

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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As a new fashion designer do I need to know how to sketch my designs?

Posted on December 17, 2012 by jane

I got this question in my email InBox the other day and it’s not the first time I’ve heard it. I figure it may help some of you awesome fashion Brain Readers if I answer it here for all to …

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What NOT to say to a retail buyer

Posted on October 2, 2012 by jane

The other day I did a Webinar about how to talk to a retail buyer – including the script you can use (want them? check it out below). I got a bunch of great responses (thanks, guys) and also a …

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Eleven tips for a great photo shoot (fashion product)

Posted on September 9, 2012 by jane

I got to talking to a group of designers the other day and the conversations turned to their Spring 2013 collections. It’s that time of year again.  Seems like every fashion designer I know is about to do their photo …

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Where to find trend information for childrenswear

Posted on July 31, 2012 by jane

Q: “I’m doing a little research for my children’s clothing line and want to put together a short trend report to show my investors that embellishments in kids clothing are “in” this year. I can find all kinds of information on …

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3 Steps to Getting and Keeping More Customers for Your Clothing or Accessories Line

Posted on April 27, 2012 by jane

Before we get down to the nitty gritty of getting and keeping more customers, I think it’s worthwhile to look at the reasons why you DON’T have enough. Let’s start with the 3 reasons you don’t have all the customers …

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Selling Your Fashion Product: B to B vs. B to C

Posted on April 13, 2012 by jane

Retail buyers don’t really care too much about your design inspiration, your process, your training etc.. What do they care about?  Watch the video now. Did you like this video? Then pass it on and click the LIKE button below! …

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Your Sewing Contractor and Your Pattern Maker – a Match Made in Fashion Design Heaven?

Posted on April 3, 2012 by jane

Q: Should my pattern maker and sewing contractor be in the same company? A: When you launch a fashion product, it’s hard to know where to start. This video gives you some tips about working with your pattern maker and …

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3 sources for where to find labels for your clothing line – and tips about ordering

Posted on March 25, 2012 by jane

Watch the video for the tips, below are the sources. enjoy! (You can also click this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Rewo1RdEw0) W and W Inc. http://wnwinc.com/ Fancy Weaver http://www.fancyweaver.com/label/ Labeltex www.labeltexusa.com Do you have a label to source to recommend? Leave it below in …

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When your sales rep is not getting orders for your fashion line (VIDEO)

Posted on March 13, 2012 by jane

Q: “What should I do when my Showroom rep has shown my line at 4 shows and not taken a single order? Meanwhile, I’m pitching it to retailers myself and taking orders. What’s wrong?” A: Watch the video.   While …

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