In design school, your inner design diva is nurtured to not restrict your creative freedom, to help you grasp your inner vision, and to get to know your aesthetic. Then you might learn how to keep that creativity in check and consider the business side of fashion. I went to Pratt in the early 90’s, and had a wonderful experience, but I did not learn anything about the business of fashion until years later.

It is crucial to learn how to control the cost of your garment. Your price point ensures your garment will actually be sellable, and make it to market. These 4 important items will affect the price of your garments.  

Fabrics are both inspiring and innovative. They help to set the theme of each line. Each season, fabric designers and mills create new color palettes, weaves and textures, fiber blends and printing techniques, lending fashion direction for the coming season.

We guide our clients in choosing the right fabrics for their product to achieve the desired finished product and price point. Starting with reliable and knowledgeable sources, and looking for these 5 items will save you a lot of heartache and money as you move through the design and production process.