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The Fabric Shows

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The Miami Fabric Show - March 28 & 29, 2023 - offers a 2 day seminar program.

Miami Seminar Schedule

Seminars - Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Costing & Pricing Your Apparel Line

Tuesday / 9AM to 10AM

In order to make money in your business, you MUST understand basic costing and pricing. This seminar will teach you about healthy margins for selling online and wholesale. You’ll learn how to calculate costs realistically and deal with pricing fear. We’ll also cover common pricing mistakes like overestimating your volume, underpricing because you’re “new to the market”, and starting low with a plan to raise prices later. All attendees will get a costing sheet template to download and use. 

Speaker: Jane Hamill, Fashion Brain Academy  Free to Attend, REGISTER


Top Misconceptions When Sourcing Fabrics + Manufacturers

Tuesday /12Noon- 1PM

Sourcing both fabrics and manufacturers can be two of the most challenging tasks for brands. You typically need low mins + a low price which is not always easy.  In this session, top fashion consultant Christine Daal will discuss the four biggest pitfalls designers make when sourcing fabrics, how long it takes to source, how many fabrications are needed in a collection, etc.  We'll also discuss the three biggest pitfalls designers make when sourcing manufacturers, why quantities make all the difference, how to know if you're getting a fair price, and more.  Plus walk away with a FREE Sourcing Checklist!

Speaker: Christine Daal, Fashion Angel Warrior  Free to Attend REGISTER


Selecting the Right Production Partner

Tuesday / 3PM to 4PM

Finding a manufacturing facility that is a true partner to your brand is essential for your brand success.  This seminar will help you outline the questions you should ask specific for your brand needs as well as prepare to ensure that you control the conversation around budgets, timelines, and quality.  You should have multiple manufacturing partners over the life of your brand to help ensure the long-term viability and product spread to remain health and competitive in the market.  You will learn what questions to ask, what you should expect a manufacturer to provide, what they shouldn't provide or do, what to watch out for, and how to determine if they can be a future partner, even if they don't meet your immediate needs at the moment.  

Speaker: Calley Andrews, Sew Studio Free to Attend


How to Sell on Instagram 2023

Tuesday / 6PM-7PM

 How do you take someone from just seeing your post on IG to actually becoming a customer? There’s a simple process that’s working right now for small brands - and it’s probably not what you think. I’ll share 3 specific case studies  (with templates) of fashion brands that are making sales from IG consistently and show you the exact steps they take. If you’re wasting too much time on IG without seeing the ROI, this Seminar is for you.  

Speaker:  Jane Hamill, Fashion Brain Academy Free to Attend  

Seminars - Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Selecting the Right Production Partner

Wednesday  /9AM - 10AM

Finding a manufacturing facility that is a true partner to your brand is essential for your brand success.  This seminar will help you outline the questions you should ask specific for your brand needs as well as prepare to ensure that you control the conversation around budgets, timelines, and quality.  You should have multiple manufacturing partners over the life of your brand to help ensure the long-term viability and product spread to remain health and competitive in the market.  You will learn what questions to ask, what you should expect a manufacturer to provide, what they shouldn't provide or do, what to watch out for, and how to determine if they can be a future partner, even if they don't meet your immediate needs at the moment.  

Speaker: Calley Andrews, Sew Studio Free to Attend 


Top Misconceptions When Sourcing Fabrics + Manufacturers

Wednesday / 1PM - 2PM

Sourcing both fabrics and manufacturers can be two of the most challenging tasks for brands. You typically need low mins + a low price which is not always easy.  In this session, top fashion consultant Christine Daal will discuss the four biggest pitfalls designers make when sourcing fabrics, how long it takes to source, how many fabrications are needed in a collection, etc.  We'll also discuss the three biggest pitfalls designers make when sourcing manufacturers, why quantities make all the difference, how to know if you're getting a fair price, and more.  Plus walk away with a FREE Sourcing Checklist!

Speaker: Christine Daal, Fashion Angel Warrior  Free to Attend


Costing & Pricing Your Product Line

Wednesday /4:15PM to 5:15PM

In order to make money in your business, you MUST understand basic costing and pricing. This seminar will teach you about healthy margins for selling online and wholesale. Y ou’ll learn how to calculate costs realistically and deal with pricing fear. We’ll also cover common pricing mistakes like overestimating your volume, underpricing because you’re “new to the market”, and starting low with a plan to raise prices later. All attendees will get a costing sheet template to download and use.
Speaker: Jane Hamill, Fashion Brain Academy Free to Attend


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San Francisco - Past Event

Seminars - Sunday, November 20, 2022

8 Steps to Launching a Fashion Business That Makes Money

Seminar 1 / Sunday / 9AM to 11AM

During this 2-hour workshop you'll learn the  8 steps to take, and in what order, to have a successful launch in this  economy. We’ll cover funding, pricing, manufacturing, and how to find  customers for your new business without a huge budget. We’ll also go  over 2 real-life case studies of startup budgets so you know what others  went through and what to expect.

Speaker: Jane Hamill, Fashion Brain Academy - Cost: $30. REGISTER 


Resources for Bay Area Emerging Brands

Seminar 2 / Sunday /11:30AM to 12:30PM

Lana Hogue, garment industry veteran will share resources available here in the Bay Area for start-up and emerging fashion  designers.  This will include information on the benefits of being a  FISF Designer-in-Residence, as well as other affordable resources for  prototyping, manufacturing, marketing, and fulfillment.  The business  of fashion in the Bay Area is unique and you'll want to understand how  to leverage it, and get the most from your investment.  California  garment industry regulations are also unique and strict.  Ms Hogue will  share insight on the California requirements and how and when to comply.

Speaker: Lana Hogue, Garment Industry 411, Cost: $16 REGISTER

Seminars - Monday, November 21, 2023

Want to start your own business?

Seminar 3 /Monday /8:00AM to 8:50AM

Are you ready to take on the responsibilities of being CEO, Head Designer, Marketing  Director, and COO? As an emerging talent/start-up, you will be taking on all of these jobs…and many more. For 25 years, John Barle co-owned and operated one of the most successful, independent, “couture” houses in Los Angeles.  John invites you to join in the discussion: talk shop, share fears, and ask questions…As you prepare for that next step… making a living with your talent.

Speaker: John Barle, John Christopher Textiles Early Bird Class - No Charge REGISTER

Fabric Sourcing

Seminar 4 /Monday /9:00AM to 9:50AM

Fabric is the biggest expense you face in the garment industry. Finding quality fabric is critical.   Streamline your fabric sourcing efforts and navigate the fabric show  efficiently and with confidence.  Covers fabric sourcing, organizing,  inventory and storage, as well as quality assurance with industry  standard 4-Point Fabric Inspection.  

Speakers:Lana Hogue, Garment Industry 411, Cost: $16  REGISTER 

Costing & Pricing Your Product Line

Wednesday / 4:15PM to 5:15PM

In order to make money in your business, you MUST understand basic costing and pricing. This seminar will teach you about healthy margins for selling online and wholesale. You’ll learn how to calculate costs realistically and deal with pricing fear. We’ll also cover common pricing mistakes like overestimating your volume, underpricing because you’re “new to the market”, and starting low with a plan to raise prices later. All attendees will get a costing sheet template to download and use.
Speaker: Jane Hamill, Fashion Brain Academy - Free to Attend


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