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"How You Do AnyThing Is How You Do Everything"
A Guiding Principle in the World of Fashion Buying
This idea has been used across various training workshops, motivational speeches, as well as many books and publications. Essentially,the quote means that your typical approach to dealing with problems, handling situations and overcoming challenges can tell a lot about how you handle most things in your life.
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Increase your profits by understanding your Costs
Whether you are a designer developing a new collection or a buyer shopping for wholesale or retail , it really is important to understand
7 Steps for Product Development
There is an entire process from an initial sample through to production, here are 7 steps to follow
Metrics for Fashion Retail Success
Successful retail lies in understanding the details. Here are some of the metrics required in your retail business.
The Role of Fashion Buyer
The Buying process is partly analytical and partly creative – the Fashion buyer needs to have knowledge of sales histories but also of the
What is included in a range plan?
A well-researched, planned and executed range plan plays a significant role in whether your business thrives.The ability of the Fashion Buyer to understand the
What is a range review and why are they important?
Range reviews are an important part of the process in the product development cycle. The format of the review can vary from one company
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Hello ! I’m Elisabeth the mind behind The Design Directive. With 25 years of real-world experience in the fashion industry, my goal is simple: to help fashion retailers like you grow and succeed. From fashion buying strategies to product development, I’ve got you covered. Let’s unlock your brand’s full potential together!
HOW TO MASTER FASHION BUYING: YOUR ULTIMATE ANSWER GUIDE
DOWNLOAD this free guide with answers to the most frequently asked questions about fashion buying. As a buyer you need to know how to manage each step of the buying cycle. Get the answers you need to go from good to GREAT !
