“Blast from the past…” <— that’s the email I received from an old family friend. She asked if I could help her turn her side hustle product business into her full-time gig. She wants out of the corporate world and believes her product biz could replace her job, but doesn’t know the steps. She wants […]
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Made-to-Order Dresses as a Business Model with Sarah Gallagher
“Gallagher was born out of a love for dresses and a hope of a kinder garment industry. “ I have another great startup story for you on this week’s podcast with my special guest, Sarah Gallagher of Gallagher. Sarah and her sister are co-founders of Gallagher, a made-to-wear, sustainable women’s wear line. She’s known from […]
Starting and Growing a Streetwear Brand in Chicago with Dondre Smith of Almvghty Clothing
Starting and Growing a Streetwear Brand in Chicago with Dondre Smith of ALMVGHTY Clothing “A lot of trial and error in the beginning. A lot of struggle.” – Dondre Smith Today’s special guest, Dondre Smith, is the designer and owner of Almvghty Clothing (with a “V” for vision), a Chicago streetwear brand with the message […]
How Rebecca and Eva Built Princess Awesome Interview (Part 1)
How We Built Princess Awesome & Boy Wonder (Part One) For this week’s episode, I have two BADASS entrepreneurs on the show. Rebecca Melsky and Eva St. Clair are the co-founders of Princess Awesome and Boy Wonder, an online clothing store. They carry high-quality clothing that smashes gender stereotypes. Rebecca and Eva are designing their […]
Before You Start a Fashion Business, Ask Yourself These 6 Questions
Before You Start a Fashion Business, Ask Yourself These 6 Questions If you’ve been THINKING about launching a clothing line, now is the perfect time to start. With so much uncertainty in the world, wouldn’t it be amazing to be in control of your own destiny? Your own business gives you flexibility, freedom, and an […]
NYC Wholesale Fabric and Trim Show: You Coming?
Looking for wholesale fabrics in small quantities? Meet me in New York! The DG Expo Fabric and Trim Show is coming up in NYC July 17 – 18, 2018. This show is great for small companies because all the vendors offer low minimum order quantities. For an emerging designer, it’s pretty darn fun to attend […]
I’m Launching a New Accessories Line. When Should I Start Telling People It’s Coming?
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 when is too late to tell people? It doesn’t matter if it’s your 1st or your 50th product launch, we all want customers […]
How Do I Start a Clothing Line with $5,000? Where Should I Spend the Money?
If you have a small startup budget, DO SPEND the money for professional pattern making and high quality product photos. You can skimp on other things.
