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Hi There,

 

I am really interested in chatting with anyone who has either started their own clothing or accessories line. I am finding it difficult to know where to begin and especially finding out market sizes and trends. If anyone could help or let me know where I can locate further information or simply share their ideas I would be very happy.

 

Thank you.

 

Emma

Hello Emma,

I have an accessories line that started with an invention, and I will be launching apparel in February.  The best advice that I received early on was to start with a grassroots following and let the business grow naturally.  You can learn a lot on the internet about others who have done exactly that.  Kate Spade, Paul Frank and Jamin Puech to name a few.  It takes years of hard work and cash to establish a brand, but if that is your passion, what have you got ahead of you but years anyway?  The only question then is the cash.  I have found the best advice I have received here at SuN is in response to very specific questions, so don`t be disappointed if you don`t get a lot of response to this one.  You might want to post again letting us know more specifically your area of expertise (are you a graphic designer who wants to launch a line of tee shirts? or are you a costume designer who has a vision for bags and belts? are you a person who just inherited a million dollars and wants a fun way to see if your ideas sink or swim?)  Once the SuN community knows where you are coming from, you will find a lot of great advice here.  Hope that helps a little bit.

 

My accessories are for parents.

I have a client that started their own line of very unique clothing.  They continue to grow in the last year and a half of working with me they`ve tripled their business.  Although they have a relaly unique concept.  I`m more than happy to talk with you about your business.

 

Best,

Jennifer