
A huge misconception is that if you’re creative and have a product that is unique and well-made, then you have a successful business in fashion design. I speak with so many designers who have a great product. Their friends love their idea and they get nothing but great feedback. So why is their fantastic new collection not making any money? Because the process just begins with the product. It’s by no means the end.
I want this blog to be a place where designers can get resources to help them get their designs in the hands of as many “decision-makers” as [...]

I just learned from my friends at boutiquing.com about a must-see event if you are anywhere near Orange County, CA. This Sunday (May 17th) in Costa Mesa a new designer will be debuting her clothing line at a fashion show benefiting Laura’s House a charity to support victims of domestic violence. Chelsea Monroe, a brand new designer in this area is debuting her line of classic looks with a healthy dose of funk! (And we all need a little funk in our closets) The most amazing thing about Chelsea…she is only 17! Get to know her now. Surely we’ll see [...]

I frequent a blog called boutiquing.com (which if you live in, visit, want to visit or ever THINK about shopping in Southern California, you MUST check out this blog). It was on boutiquing.com where I learned about a special shopping event for Indie designers happening in Costa Mesa, CA called the Black Market Bazaar. Of course, I’m a sucker for new fabulous finds, so I had to check it out. And I’m so glad I did!
It was there where I was introduced to 31 Bits, Paper Bead Necklaces Wow! Super cute and with a fantastic story! Each one is [...]