There are certain times of the year when your fashion business will thrive. This is your seasonal sweet spot. For swimwear it’s in the summer, knitwear in the winter and if you design items that fit into a particular moment [...]
Do you have legal questions like how can I protect my intellectual property? Maybe you’re wondering what type of business structure to set up or even what contracts you should have on hand. These are just some of the topics [...]
1. The more your post of Facebook, the better? Here are 6 social media myths that may surprise you and also make you feel better about your efforts. (via Inc.) 2. This week, Google+ got a major makeover with over 40 [...]
Ready for sunny skies and a beautiful weekend in New York? Here are 9 fashion and design related events you should attend for inspiration, local goods and of course, some fantastic eats. 1. Visit Swords-Smith, the new Williamsburg boutique featuring local talent and support Titania [...]
Singer22, the global online and brick-and-mortar fashion retailer with a solid edit of brands including J.Brand, Rag & Bone and Elizabeth & James has announced their open call for both US-based and international emerging designer labels. They are looking for the [...]
Lindley Gray’s Ihrin necklace is not only special to her, but a popular piece in her Brooklyn-based emerging designer label Stendhal. Made with recycled glass beads that she sourced over two years ago in Bali and balanced with etched brass [...]
As a designer, you of course, will design. However, a large portion of your time spent will be marketing and selling your products. Sales may seem daunting at first, but it is something you have to do and with more [...]
UncommonGoods, the Brooklyn-based online retailer with some of the most clever products has announced their iPhone Design Challenge. They are asking artists, designers and those that want to show off their creativity to submit a 2D digital capture of their [...]
1. There are so many interesting products that can be created with 3D printing. Check out these shoes designed to hold an iPhone case. (via Mashable) 2. Warby Parker has changed the eyewear category for the better. Read about the [...]
There are many ways to describe Suzy Menkes, the fashion reporter and editor for the International Herald Tribune. In a conversation with her at the 92Y, Fern Mallis introduced her as the most “respected, loved and feared person in the [...]
Grant Hewit wanted a high quality travel duffle with a clean look that didn’t break the bank. That’s what propelled him to start Hudson Sutler, a New York-based line of travel gear that caters to travel enthusiasts and gives equal [...]
The Met Gala is one of the most important fashion events to mark spring each year in New York. Last night, celebrities, entertainers and the fashion elite celebrated the opening of Punk: Chaos to Couture exhibition at the Costume Institute which will [...]
New York is filled with so many wonderful, inspirational, cultural and educational events. From documentaries, exhibitions and more, here are 6 fashion must-see things to do this May: 1. Fashion Icons with Fern Mallis: Suzy Menkes On Tuesday, May [...]
1. It’s time to update your Instagram app because now you can tag friends and companies. (via WIRED) 2.Virgin Atlantic is getting new, sustainable uniforms courtesy of Vivienne Westwood that uses closed loop recycling and will focus on a futuristic aesthetic. (via PSFK) [...]
Erica Simon says that her Brooklyn-based accessories label Robbie Simon, a name that pays respect to her grandfather takes inspiration from historical references and puts the unlikely together. Pearls with oxidized metals along with bones and raw gemstones against chic, [...]
Stitch Collective, the New York-based online startup that gives emerging designers the opportunity to have their designs produced and sold has announced their latest open call just in time for summer. This design challenge was created by The Cut at [...]
Welcome to May! We hope that this month is filled with good weather, sunshine and new opportunities and learnings that will help you grow your fashion business. A few highlights highlights: The Mango Fashion Awards is still accepting applications for [...]
With spring here, it may be time to do some cleaning and clear out what you don’t use. Whether it’s old wardrobe items, excess fabric, damaged samples or other materials that take up space, there’s an easy way to recycle [...]
Vine. It’s the iPhone social media app acquired by Twitter that allows users to create a looped video in six seconds. And, despite what seems like a short period of time, the creative possibilities are endless. For emerging designers, there are several ways [...]
1. Staying active on social media is essential when trying to grow your fashion business and the key is to engage with your audience. Use these 7 tips to make the most of your time online. (via Inc.) 2. In honor of [...]
For spring, Lacey Berry wanted to create a modern version of the native American squash necklace. It had to be geometric, versatile and colorful; all three charecteristics that make up her brand Lacey B. Designs. She landed on the Square [...]
There were many insightful and honest pieces of advice that Gary Wassner, Co-CEO of Hilldun Corporation, a financing company in New York’s Garment Center gave emerging designers at the Financing Your Fashion Business meetup. Gary, an industry veteran began his career working with [...]
