Essential Fashion Buyer Metrics for Smarter Decisions
November 12, 2024
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When I started my career in Fashion Buying I quickly understood that the products and numbers work hand in hand – this is where the
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Commercial Awareness & Strategic Thinking
Every range decision is a financial decision taken months before the customer sees the product.
Commercial awareness is the difference between a buyer can talk about margins, identify when a category is behind, explain price architecture and when to take a markdown versus the buyer who can not.
These articles cover the metrics worth checking to see how a range is performing, pricing for margin rather than for the price point that feels right, what your trading figures are telling you and how to read them early enough to act on them. and how to think about a season strategically rather than reacting to the last report. They are written for buyers who want to follow the commercial conversation but cannot yet lead it.
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Pricing Strategies in Fashion Buying
March 25, 2024
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Pricing strategies in fashion buying are not merely about assigning random prices to products. Pricing decisions are strategically planned to impact sales, profitability, and brand
Elevating Retail Success: Strategic Fashion Buying Through Visual Merchandising
March 14, 2024
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Fashion Buyers Increase Sales By Strategic Merchandising In the midst of planning your seasonal buying strategy, consideration must be given to the strategic significance of
Fashion Inventory Planning : The Art of Balancing Seasonal and Timeless Fashion in your Ranges
February 6, 2024
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In the dynamic world of fashion retail, striking the perfect balance between seasonal trends and timeless classics is an art and strategic endeavour. As a
How working with a fashion business consultant can help your business
September 12, 2023
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A fashion business consultant can provide valuable expertise and clear, professional, experienced advice to help your fashion business succeed and grow. Sometimes it can be
Optimise Sales by Understanding the Financial Data & Figures.
March 9, 2023
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Fashion buyers make selection decisions for their product range after analyzing data from company sources, customer feedback and market trends. The main purpose of analysing
How to Prepare a Seasonal Range Plan
February 3, 2023
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In order to effectively plan a clothing collection, all fashion buyers need to prepare a range plan. The range plan covers every aspect of a
Increase your profits by understanding your Costs
June 16, 2020
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Whether you are a designer developing a new collection or a buyer shopping for wholesale or retail , it really is important to understand the
Metrics for Fashion Retail Success
September 27, 2016
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Successful retail lies in understanding the details. Here are some of the metrics required in your retail business.
What is included in a range plan?
September 27, 2016
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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 category,