How to prepare to start a fashion business-Step 4

There's a lot of things that you'll need to source for your business + although at this stage you won't know what you need exactly, it is worth starting to do your research as early as possible. It can take a long time to source the perfect fabric, or the ideal manufacturing partner, so if you start making enquires early, you'll have some people to reach out to when you're ready with your designs. Examples of what you may need to source are;
 

• Fabrics
• Trims, such as buttons, zips, thread
• Manufacturing partner
• Packaging/label supplier
• Courier company, for the sample process, receiving the main order + sending orders to customers
• Hangers + signage if you're planning to have a store or pop up
• Business cards/advertising fliers/posters/etc

If you're new to the industry I'd also take the opportunity to learn as much as you can about the process. Key things to learn about are fabrics, the sample process + clothing construction/manufacture. 

Just start!

If you're really serious about having a fashion brand in 2019, the most important advice I can give you is 'just start'! So many people never start their label for fear of failure, or because they feel they lack direction. If you've started with the steps above you're already well on your way to starting your business + most importantly, you've taken the leap + not given in to procrastinating! If you're new to the industry, there's a lot to learn, but you won't do it by not making a start. 

Have a wonderful New Year + I'm looking forward to seeing some exciting new fashion businesses popping up!