The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast cover image

The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast

Latest episodes

undefined
Oct 27, 2022 • 15min

How To Come Up With A Name For Your Clothing Brand | AEP068

Early on in your clothing business, you need to work on your brand identity. Branding is the process of building a product image based on associations, feelings, lifestyle, and identity that is projected by a label. You need to think about the meaning of your brand to your customers. Encapsulate that meaning in your brand name.  Choosing a great brand name is not easy, we know that. In this episode, we give you clear guidelines for coming up with a name for your clothing brand. The clothing brand name is an important part of your business and what your customers think of your brand. When you choose the right name, your customers immediately identify with your value proposition. If you would choose the wrong name, your customers have no idea what your business stands for or what it does. The importance of your brand name has to do with human psychology. As human beings, we evaluate information quickly and make judgments in a snap. We usually make up our minds in only a few seconds, and then it takes much longer to change that first impression.  There are many aspects to a great brand name, and in this episode, we share some of them.
undefined
Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 37min

How To Build A $45 Million Brand (with Tony McWilliam) | AEP067

In this episode of the Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we have the honor of speaking with Tony McWilliam, a seasoned brand founder, entrepreneur, designer, agency owner, publisher, business leader, sustainability advocate, and much more. We are talking about building a successful clothing business, and discussing how to grow a clothing brand from $0 to $45 million. Not only do we talk about Tony’s story and listen to how he has succeeded in the business, but he also talks about how he had to leave the company he founded, and was left with nothing. It’s a must-listen if you want to avoid the same situation. Apparel Entrepreneurship Desinder
undefined
Oct 11, 2022 • 17min

AEP066 - 14 Mistakes To Avoid When RUNNING A Clothing Brand

In this episode, we are going through 14 mistakes you should avoid when running your clothing brand. We have worked with hundreds of clothing brand startups around the world and helped them start and run their own businesses, through Apparel Entrepreneurship and Desinder. These 14 mistakes that we've seen brands make, will be devastating for your business growth. Don't do the same mistakes when running your clothing brand.
undefined
Oct 4, 2022 • 17min

AEP065 - 13 HUGE Mistakes To Avoid When Starting A Clothing Brand

In this episode, we are covering 13 huge mistakes that are being made when clothing brands are starting out. We have worked with hundreds of clothing brand startups around the world and helped them start and run their own businesses, through Apparel Entrepreneurship and Desinder. Are there any lessons learned from the mistakes made? To make it a bit easier for you, we have examined the mistakes that we've seen most often, and present them in this episode.   Learn how to start and run a clothing brand: https://www.apparelentrepreneurship.com/  Get help with strategy, branding, and design: https://www.desinder.com/
undefined
Sep 30, 2022 • 13min

AEP064 - How To Start A Clothing Brand With Little Money

Can you start a clothing brand with little money? Absolutely, but there are a few things to consider. In this episode, you will learn what to do if you have a limited budget when starting a clothing brand. Ana and Klas have been working in the apparel industry for 20 years, helping clothing brands through Apparel Entrepreneurship as well as through the leading apparel strategy, branding, and design agency Desinder. In this episode, they are using this experience to explain what you can do, when it comes to handling the collection, marketing, and finances on a tight budget. Get help to start and run your apparel brand: https://www.apparelentrepreneurship.com/  Apparel strategy, branding, and design agency: https://www.desinder.com/
undefined
Sep 27, 2022 • 14min

AEP063 - Fashion Business Expectations

If you haven't been running a clothing brand before, it may be difficult to know what to expect. We are walking you through what to expect when launching a fashion business. We are also explaining what the most important thing is to figure out when starting your clothing brand.
undefined
Sep 15, 2022 • 23min

AEP062 - Your Brand Aesthetic, Brand Messaging & Handling Complaints

In this episode of The Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we are answering questions from apparel entrepreneurs. We will cover four topics that our community has requested, which are all very relevant today. The four topics we talk about in this episode are: How to find your brand aesthetic. How to be authentic with your message. The difference between going to college and online education. How to handle complaints
undefined
Nov 17, 2020 • 43min

AEP061 – Prepare Yourself To Start A Fashion Business With These Questions

In this episode of the Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we cover a specific set of questions to better prepare yourself and your family & friends for what it will take to get your brand going. Working through these questions before you start your brand will make you better prepared to run your business in a successful way. Enjoy episode 61! Show notes Course: How To Start A Profitable Clothing Brand Course: How To Grow Your Fashion Brand Online The Apparel Entrepreneurship Members' Club
undefined
Oct 14, 2020 • 17min

AEP060 - Avoiding Common Mistakes & Facing The Reality

In this episode of the Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast, we talk about what the reality of the apparel industry looks like today, and common mistakes you definitely want to avoid. Put on your headset and enjoy episode 60. Show notes Sign up for the waitlist to the: 6-Week Sustainable Clothing Brand Launch Accelerator
undefined
Sep 22, 2020 • 24min

AEP059 - Things You Need To Know Before Launching Your Fashion Brand

The fashion industry has grown with 21% over the past 3 years. It's a 3 trillion dollar industry. So there are huge opportunities for brands to succeed. Unfortunately, most startups fail and the most common reason is cash-flow problems. In this episode, we want to help you improve your chances of succeeding by preparing you for what to expect. We give you a list of things you need to know before launching your fashion brand. When you are prepared you can make a better plan and more easily handle challenges that arise. Bring out your notebook, turn up the volume and listen to episode 59 of the Apparel Entrepreneurship Podcast. Show notes Sign up for the waitlist to the: 6-Week Sustainable Clothing Brand Launch Accelerator Sell more products online: How To Grow Your Fashion Brand Online Run and scale a successful and profitable brand with tools, resources, supplier & manufacturer databases, and supported community: Join the Members' Club

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app