For over 14 years I had my own clothing line – a womenswear wholesale business as well as a boutique in Chicago. The BEST part of my job was sourcing fabrics for my clothing line. As one of my clients says it… …she likes to spend her days “fondling fabric”. I know what she means. […]
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The Single Biggest Mistake Designers Make When Buying Wholesale Fabric
When I had my line, sourcing fabric was one of the best parts of my job. The thrill of opening up headers sent from France. The feeling of Christmas when fresh rolls arrive from the UPS guy who never seemed to understand why I got so excited. The hunt for just the right shade of […]