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213: How This Freelancer Built a Fashion Merchandising Agency

213: How This Freelancer Built a Fashion Merchandising Agency

FromFashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms


213: How This Freelancer Built a Fashion Merchandising Agency

FromFashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms

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Length:
51 minutes
Released:
May 13, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When life gives you lemons you make lemonade...but what about when life gives you a job loss?  Or even a pandemic?Is it even possible to turn a job loss (especially during the pandemic) into a thriving startup in the fashion industry?  Yep!  My guest, Krystal Lewis, shares exactly how she turned her personal and professional challenges into launching her own fashion business. It's a raw look at the ups and downs of becoming your own boss in a tough industry.As a fashion designer, there's always going to be curveballs thrown your way.  Listen to this episode to learn key lessons for taking what life throws at you and creating a successful and thriving fashion business!About Krystal:Black Unicorn Merchandising is a boutique apparel design company specializing in custom design, ethical sourcing and low minimum manufacturing. We are a highly dynamic team of fashion connoisseurs, steadfastly committed to delivering top-tier garments that epitomize your brand's visionary essence. Our comprehensive approach spans the entire design process, from conceptualization and artistic sketching to intricate pattern making, meticulous prototyping, and seamless production. Whether you represent a startup brand in need of a lot of guidance or an esteemed label seeking to ease the workload, rest assured that our unwavering dedication and unrivaled passion will bring your apparel ideas to life.Connect with Krystal:Visit their websiteEmail at: contactus@blackunicornmerch.comFollow on InstagramConnect on LinkedinSubscribe on Youtube
Sick of being tied to a desk and want more freedom in your day, snag my free training: How to Freelance in Fashion (even if you're terrified you don't have all the answers) by clicking here.
Released:
May 13, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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The fashion industry is brutally competitive...and we're all trying to get ahead. The problem is that everyone's so tight lipped with their strategies and resources. The Successful Fashion Designer is an "all secrets revealed" show by industry expert designer and educator Sew Heidi to help you gain the confidence, skills and insights to make it in a cutthroat market. The show covers topics such as breaking into the industry, getting promotions and raises, launching your own label and becoming a successful freelancer. Every episode is packed full of actionable steps you can implement right away to get ahead. Now.