clothing labels

How Personal Shopping Can Attract New Customers

Lucinda Winston2016-08-31T20:17:27-04:00

From tracking down an out-of-stock item, to organizing a custom fitting, personal shoppers do more than simply providing style advice. At the luxury level, personal shoppers can even act as assistants, with responsibilities ranging from opening a store after-hours to completing seasonal shopping lists. This level of a care can mean big payoffs for a brand, including increased sales and brand loyalty. Here are just a few reasons why personal shopping can improve business at your store.

The Customer Perks

When a customer proves they’re a loyal client, a store will go to many lengths to make them happy. This can be...

Five Kid’s Belongings that Should Be Labeled

Lucinda Winston2023-10-13T06:17:30-04:00

Kids can be forgetful, so take the necessary steps to avoid misplaced belongings. It’s as simple as using iron on clothing labels before sending your child off to band practice or camp. Including your child’s name, and possibly contact information, in a subtle yet easy-to-find place can easily prevent loss or theft.  Here are five of the most popular items that parents label for their children:   Extra Clothing Many schools ask younger children to bring a change of clothes in case of messes or inclement weather. Avoid having those items misplaced by sewing labels inside each article. This is especially helpful...

How to Get Your Designs Seen

Lucinda Winston2024-02-13T04:33:38-05:00

You’ve finished your first clothing collection, complete with sketches or ready-to-wear samples: now what? If you don’t have the resources to complete a full line, you’ll need to get noticed by a buyer to bring your designs to life. From attending trade shows, to offering customization like clothing labels, read on for more tips to get your designs noticed.   Use Social Media The first step every designer should take to get the word out about their designs is establishing a web presence. There are many resources available online to create a free website to showcase sketches or completed products. After...

Customization as a Trend

Lucinda Winston2024-02-10T06:37:33-05:00

Product customization has always existed in the marketplace to some degree; however, custom offerings have gained popularity in recent years. From ordering a special coffee at your local cafe, to tailoring your clothing with custom woven labels, customization provides countless options for consumers and allows them to have a say in the design process. Customization also benefits the manufacturer, as it allows a business to differentiate from their competitors and stay ahead of consumer trends.   Types of Customization Customization is popular across many industries, and makes for a range of exciting choices for consumers, for example:   Clothing: One of the most...

Starting Your Own Fashion Brand

Lucinda Winston2023-07-27T05:36:37-04:00

Creating a successful fashion brand is much more than having a great product. You’ll need to understand how to run a business from the ground up, including finances, branding, and marketing to help launch your designs. An understanding of business basics can help you get a head start:   Develop the Product The first step in starting your own fashion business is to narrow down the products you plan to sell. Maybe you’ve always dreamed of starting a line of handmade separates for men. Or perhaps you see a void in the market for comfortable yet stylish shoes for women who work on...