I'm Launching a New Accessories Line. When Should I Start Telling People It's Coming? Do you ever wonder when you should start promoting a new product? Or, when is it too soon and
How Do I Start a Clothing Line with $5,000? Where Should I Spend the Money?
How Do I Start a Clothing Line with $5,000? Where Should I Spend the Money? I found this great question in my Inbox the other day, forwarded to me from Cathy Wagner, my retail
10 Q’s and A’s for Struggling Fashion Designers
10 Q’s and A’s for the Struggling Fashion Designer I put together this list with some of the top questions from designers that I get all the time. It's a clip from the "Startup
Your Clothing Line is Not Cool Enough
It's that time of year when you're probably out selling your line at Holiday markets and events. You're bound to hear negative comments about your work - which can be tough since
#AskJanesBrain Episode #4: Where Can I Find an Apparel Manufacturer?
Today's #AskJanesBrain question comes from a designer in the Atlanta area who wants me to recommend a good manufacturer for his fashion line. The thing Tommy doesn't realize (and
What’s the deal with UPC codes for a clothing line?
In today's post, my friend and colleague, Boaz David, founder of Human B Designer, answers a question from a clothing designer. Take it away, Boaz! Q. What’s the skinny on bar
DG Expo Fabric and Trim Show “Seminar Day” Today
I'm excited about today's event in NYC. I am doing 3 Seminars at the DG Expo Show and there are 3 other great speakers too. If you're coming, please stop by and say hello! DG
How to Start a Fashion Company – Live Event in Chicago
The first ever "Launch a Line" Breakthrough Bootcamp was held in Chicago a few weeks ago and it was a BLAST (check here for new dates). I thought I'd post a few pics from the
Podcast #6: My 3 Biggest Mistakes as a Fashion Designer
Click here to listen to the podcast >> I don't think I can even count as high as the number of mistakes I made with my clothing line and retail store. I mean, I was GREEN