In honor of Small Business Saturday today, I want to introduce you to a few of the amazing brands I’ve had the pleasure of working with this year. Each of them has a unique style, niche focus, and a purpose that goes beyond just the clothing.
The modern fashion toolbox is much more digital – and more complicated. What software do you need? What file type is this? Why can’t I open the file the factory just sent? Let’s take a look at some common file types in fashion so you’ll know what you’re looking at and what tool is required.
The fashion industry gets stereotyped as being secretive, exclusive, and competitive about their resources. But, I think the benefits of collaborating and sharing resources far outweigh any downsides. Referrals are a win-win. Asking for referrals benefits your brand, benefits the person giving the referral, and benefits the person or company being referred.
These brands each create thoughtful fashion that is made to fit your lifestyle and your body, and your personality! You’ll feel the personal touch, quality, and care when you wear their pieces and you’ll be supporting these small businesses, their local economies, and their families.
It is a new year and we are all eager to make this one a good one! Do you have big plans and goals for this year for your business and professional growth? Here are some of my favorite digital resources to inspire your creativity and grow your fashion business.
I hope you can also take some time to reflect on this year and celebrate the wins both big and small. Here are some of the highlights that felt significant for my business this year (and I hope some of them have been or will be significant for your business as well!).
I don’t know about you, but for me 2021 was one of the busiest years yet. I’m reflecting on what filled my workdays in 2021. I’m celebrating the milestones, analyzing what worked and what didn’t, and pondering the lessons I learned. Join me for a two-part Alison Hoenes Design 2021 year in review.
Fashion Revolution Week is a big mission and there are many ways to get involved as a brand and as a consumer. Today I want to talk about five things you can do as a fashion brand to become a more ethical manufacturer and be part of that better fashion future.
Despite the lack of physical samples to touch and feel at a virtual show, though, virtual sourcing is totally possible and doesn’t have to be daunting. Here’s my step by step guide to navigating a virtual sourcing trade show before, during, and after the show.
Fashion Revolution Week is about highlighting the need for greater transparency, social and environmental responsibility, and fair working conditions in fashion. With our choices, we can shape a better future with our design, manufacturing, and purchases. Here are five choices you can make in your fashion business to start building a better future for fashion.