Recommended business books for both start-up and established clothing brands.

Pantone just released its trend forecasting guide for the fall/winter 20/21 season’s colors. The release consists of 14 colors, 10 vibrant and 4 classic ones.

A list of international trade shows divided into 2 segments: Material sourcing – fabrics and trims & Exhibiting fairs – where you can exhibit and sell your brand

Early on in your business you need to work on your brand identity. You need to think about the meaning of your brand to your customers. Encapsulate that meaning in your brand name. In this article we take a closer look at picking your brand name.

If your business model includes retail, you will eventually have to present your collection to buyers, for wholesale purposes. The buyers will need all the product information necessary, to place an order.

Understanding the glossary and terms used in the apparel business will be an important part of your day to day business. Understanding these words, phrases and abbreviations will help you communicate with suppliers, materials and the rest of the teams involved in and around your brand.

Are you looking for a graphic designer? Do you need help with logo design, your graphical profile, prints, hand-outs, or t-shirt and hoodie designs? Then 99designs can be an option for you. They allow you to find and work with talented freelance designers online, worldwide.

How to validate your clothing brand and make sure it stands out in the crowded marketplace.

Tips on how to write captions that create more engagement on your Instagram account.

How to run a Kickstarter campaign. Video interview with Founder & CEO of TrueREVO.

Are you thinking about starting a clothing line? Are you already running a clothing brand, but you need some clarity about all the steps involved? Are you already running a business in a different field, and now you want to expand into clothing? These following18 steps will help you to start a clothing line, and in what order you need to do everything. You will have a complete understanding of what it takes and what you need to do. 

10 years ago we started our first apparel brand. Even though we had experience from working in the apparel industry, it was a challenge getting a good grip of starting up a business. Then the big question: how do we do this? Now we’ve made it easier for you to start and run an apparel brand.

Video Showing You How To Design Using Croquis Templates

Today is the start of The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast! On each episode of The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we will discuss hands-on tactics touching on all areas involved in running and growing a meaningful, successful apparel brand. Learn practical strategies about sustainability, design, product range planning, marketing, sales, community growth, e-commerce, and entrepreneurship. You’ll also hear inspiring interviews with apparel industry experts and entrepreneurs about their tips and journeys in this fast-paced industry. This podcast is a must-listen for everybody that is running an apparel brand or is working in the clothing industry.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] ISPO Munich 2019 In the beginning of February it is once again time for the worlds’s largest sports trade show for the sports business.

Ana from Apparel Entrepreneurship was part of the OutDoor Industry Award jury panel at the 2018 OutDoor show. Watch the process behind it in this short film.

37 mistakes to avoid if you want a successful apparel brand.

Meet us at ISPO Munich 2018. Attend our workshop, visit our panel at the CSR hub, arrange a personal meeting or watch our webinar at ISPO Academy.

A croquis template can be used both in the early design idea stage for quick hand sketches, and when constructing a tech pack.