RESOURCES

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 your textiles and clothing in New York City. Grow New York, a non-profit that is committed to [...]

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 Betsey Johnson when she started her business. Over the decades, he has worked with major [...]

On January 15, FIT will host their third City Source Expo. This sourcing trade show is geared towards emerging designers and businesses that want to produce locally and are looking for vendors that can work with small minimums. Designers can expect to meet companies that specialize in sportswear, knits, accessories and offer various services such as embroidery, pleating, [...]

  Modalyst, the new online business-to-business marketplace connecting emerging accessory designers and independent boutiques is building the wholesale model of the future. Tapping into the changing needs of retailers, the platform is based on collective buys which allows owners and those involved in purchase-making decisions to place orders through their vetted platform with other merchants [...]

Pantone recently announced emerald as their color of the year and are giving designers the opportunity to understand the selection process at their free webinar on Thursday, December, 13. They will also discuss the history of the color, how consumers and designers perceive it and explain the way it will translate into fashion, beauty, design and [...]

Working on developing your website or doing a complete overhaul? If you are in the transition phase and don’t have any content up, you may want to consider Launchrock. It’s a free service that allows you to create a coming soon landing page while your site is being built so people don’t see a generic [...]

Jane Hamill, Founder of the Fashion Brain Academy told us, “As a former boutique owner, I recommend when you call a buyer you ask, “Do you have a quick moment?” before you start in with your pitch. This can disarm them a bit and lower their defenses so they can actually listen to you!” Learn more [...]

Maker’s Row is a new resource for designers and corporations looking for factories and vendors in the United States. Their mission is to make sourcing easy and have built a database where you can easily find companies by category, location and by which stage of the design process you are in. At our first Meetup, guests will have [...]

The Emerging Designer will be teaching a Skillshare class as a part of Social Media Week’s School of Emerging Media and Technology inititative.  Here’s more information about the course:  Course Description This course will provide emerging, independent fashion designers with the tools and knowledge to effectively create their own strategic digital marketing calendar. We will start with [...]

Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, Founder & Editorial Director of Retail Minded told us, ”Don’t reach out prematurely to retailers. Be prepared with a professional Buyers Packet, answering all the questions retailers will have and preparing you for your order terms, shipping, etc. Too soon is often too fast… so take the time to get prepared.” Learn more [...]

Interested in learning about which colors will be popular for Fall/Winter 13/14? If so, join PANTONEVIEW Color Planner for their free webinar to learn more about happiness, the theme of the season. Laurie Pressman, Vice President of Fashion, Home & Interiors will present their findings and help you discover new colors, patterns and combinations to influence [...]

When it comes to the law, you probably have several questions. Maybe it’s how intellectual property works, what to look for in a contract or the proper way to set up your business? If you are an emerging designer, illustrator or any type of fashion professional, you are invited to sign up for the Fashion Law [...]

Homework, hustle and perseverance. These were just some of the larger takeaways from the How to Start Your Fashion Line discussion held at the Brooklyn Public Library last week. The panel, just one of several events that make up the Fashion Illustration exhibition curated by Brandon Graham, founder of Would You Rock This? consisted of industry [...]

   The Fashion Center BID has a database of 1,864 fashion-related businesses in the Garment Center that you can access for free via our website, email or in person at our Information Kiosk on the corner of 7th Ave and 39th Street. Learn more about the Fashion Center BID and follow them on Twitter at [...]

Three years ago, Julia Vallelunga left her position as a business advisor to pursue something creative. She started a jewelry line called La Rafinnerie which she describes as colorful, bohemian and chic. Handmade in Montreal, where she lives, her earrings and necklaces made with rich, vivid gemstones paired with contrasting cording and ribbons caught the [...]

Welcome to October and the start of fall. We’ve updated the Emerging Designer Fashion Calendar with key tips, events and  inspiration for the month. Be sure to get more information on our event page! Emerging Designer or have a resource to share? Please feel free to contact me at hello@theemergingdesigner.com. You may also like: New York Fashion Week Spring [...]

A patriotic zeitgeist was in bloom during MAGIC last week. The Made in the U.S.A seminar kicked off the trade show and panelists gave the audience on overview on why onshore manufacturing is making a comeback and how major brands have made local a part of their DNA. The State of Sourcing  Antonio Villaraigosa, Mayor of Los [...]

If you’re looking to source fabrics and trims for your fashion business, then be sure to head to DG Expo in New York on August 6 and 7. This free tradeshow is made for emerging designers and small businesses with a focus on apparel, accessories and home furnishings. These vendors know that designers are looking to [...]

Inside the Chicago Fashion Incubator at Macy’s, you’ll find 6 talented Chicago-based apparel designers ready to grow their business and come into their own creative aesthetic. These Designers in Residence, a title they’ve been given secures them with office and studio space at Macy’s on State Street during this one year program. The curriculum, robust [...]

To congratulate the 2012 graduating class at Parsons The New School for Design, Saks Fifth Avenue is featuring the top of the class at their flagship New York store. With their fresh perspective, interesting use of materials and remarkable construction, it’s clear to see why these students are the future of fashion design. Emerging designer [...]

This spring, Pantone showed us how powerful a color can be in the marketplace. From runway to retail and on the streets, Tangerine Tango popped up just about everywhere. For the upcoming season, they’re offering a free webinar this Tuesday, April 24 at noon so you can learn about the latest color trends and forecasting. [...]

Need to find a factory, pattern maker or thinking about working with a showroom? Or, do you want to get smart on the fashion business and your particular market segment? I bet these are some of the questions that cross your mind, and of course, are on your to-do list. The question becomes where to [...]