As you start to create your 2014 plan and accompanying budget (OK, we’re telling you to start creating your 2014 plan and budget!), trade show participation may be something you’re thinking about. So I thought you’d enjoy this roundup of articles all about trade shows for emerging designers.
Happy Friday!
Nicole
- 23 Fashion Trade Shows to Check Out for Your Brand
- 15 Supplier and Retailer Trade Shows to Consider
- Are Trade Shows a Good Idea for Independent Fashion Designers?
- What To Consider When Participating in Fashion Trade Shows
- An Emerging Fashion Brand Gives the Scoop on Tradeshow Participation
- Top 10 Things You Must Do to Make the Most of Your Fashion Tradeshow Investment
Janice Davis
Hi, Nicole. I have come across your website a few times on my quest in searching for designers. I was disappointed in the lack of finding great designers trying to showcase their work. I have emailed designers and visited portfolios and have no luck in return communication. Where are all the designers with creative minds trying to sell their collections. I’m perplexed that this generation isn’t seeking the branding.
If you are aware of places I can promote my website in my quest to find great designers, please let me know.
With Love,
Shinebelle.com
Janice Davis
Nicole Giordano
Hi Janice,
Are you buying wholesale from designers or only taking their work on consignment? A lot of designers don’t do consignment with boutiques that aren’t in their home town (where they could make a visit if they needed to).
Also, are you an e-commerce store or bricks and mortar? Do you have anything to show them in terms of a completed website or pictures of your store.
While designers are always excited to learn that someone is interested in their work, the smart ones know that it’s important to make sure the retailer is a good fit for their brand.
So it really boils down to how you’re presenting your brand to them when you express an interest in their work.
Hope that helps.
Nicole