Women’s Apparel
Trendy Clothing for Juniors
Aug 12th
Purchasing trendy clothing for the junior age group means it’s important to know what is stylish and current with the trends. Trendy clothing for juniors comes many different sizes and it’s meant to be worn by young girls from the ages of 10 to 18. Juniors are at an age where there is constant, unyielding pressure to fit in, conform with their peers, have many friends, and have their peers like and admire them. Usually, the easiest way for them to fit in is through dressing like other their age, which means wearing trendy clothing. The constant pressure to conform to their peers means that juniors are constantly paying attention to what is new in trendy clothes. This means that they will not usually wear anything that is not trendy or stylish because they are so aware of what is in and hot as far as trendy clothes are concerned.
When purchasing trendy clothing for the junior age group, it is imperative to pay attention to what is in the magazines, what is on the runways, and what celebrities are wearing because the junior demographic will be very aware of what is current in trendy clothes. Right now tunic tops and cardigan sweaters, are hot for fall, and they are staple items in any junior wardrobe because they are so versatile. They can be paired with other hot trendy clothes like jeans, jeggings, skirts. So be sure stock some of these items because they will sell.
Party dresses are also another trendy clothing item that the junior set will want to have. No matter the occasion, whether it is a prom, a school dance, or a just night out, cute, stylish dresses are a hot item that every girl between 10 and 18 will need to have in her closet. Dresses patterned with polka dots or florals are another huge in trendy clothes and have been seen on the runways many times over this year, so if you aim to stock trendy clothing for juniors, these are another must-have item. These types of dresses are great because they are versatile, simple for any girl to wear, and they make junior girls feel chic, modern, and trendy. The right dress can make any junior girl the envy of all her friends, which is what they all want!
It is super important to by paying attention to the runway shows, celebrity trends, and what is in the magazines. Juniors tend to be very conscious of what is in style, and they are known for following the trends, not setting them. So if you keep up on what is in style for trendy clothes, you will be sure please this age group and get them spending their money.
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Wholesale Plus Size Womens Clothing is a Rapidly Growing Market
Aug 9th
Mass-market and broad appealing stores like Forever 21 and Target are offering plus sizes and even some expensive designers are deciding that the plus size market is a big business opportunity, and it is reviving the clothing market, which has faltered during the recession. This means that wholesale plus size womens clothing has room for growth and profits too!
The standard that wholesale clothing has focused on for many years now fits fewer and fewer people, and the recession has seriously injured this market. Retailers are now searching for ways to invigorate sales, and plus size is one of the few categories where there is growth, so that means that the same goes for wholesale plus size womens clothing. According to NPD Group, a market research firm, the plus-size market increased 1.4 percent while overall women’s apparel declined 0.8 percent in the 12 months leading up to April 2010 versus the same period a year earlier.
All of these factors add up to one thing, even though there has been a ton of talk in recent years that the plus size market is dead, this is just not true. Although some major retailer like Liz Claiborne and Old Navy have stopped carrying plus size clothing in their stores, they have opened up more opportunities for other, smaller retailers to take advantage of the market. The WGSN US Fashion Report says, “Plus-size is one of multiple market sectors that is underserved by mass-market retailers. But as plenty of smaller brands and labels can testify, there is strong consumer interest in attractive and well-designed plus-size clothing. Sales growth in the plus-size market is now outstripping that of the regular fashion industry. Major drivers are the increasing number of larger consumers across all age ranges, mainstream retailers adding plus collections, the better translation of trends to larger sizes and the successful targeting of niche markets,” according to Business Resource Editor, Angela Rumsey.
Plus size women want to shop and they have money to spend so the wholesale plus size womens clothing market offers many profitable opportunities. Make sure to consider stocking your store with plenty of wholesale plus size womens clothing and take advantage of a rapidly growing market.
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Tribal Prints are in When it Comes to Trendy Clothes
Aug 4th
Trendy clothes are essential to keep in stock. Right now a huge trend that probably won’t be going anywhere for a while is tribal prints. They are hugely popular dresses, tops, and skirts. Trendy clothes fly off the rack and they keep customers coming back to your store time and time again because they know they know they can rely on your store to keep up with the trends.
A tribal print is a design that is inspired by African, South American, and Indonesian-influenced prints. Tribal prints are great because they can be paired with other super cute prints like animal print, they can be paired with chunky jewelry, and they make any look super glam and chic. Trendy clothes can sometimes go out of fashion very quickly, but the great thing about the tribal print is that it’s all about how you wear it. It can be made super trendy by pairing it with chunky jewelry as mentioned before. It can also be trendy depending on what piece you buy. For example, a tribal print skirt is much more obviously a trend. Whereas a tribal print top meets the expectation ser by trendy clothes, but it can become much more of a classic, staple piece because it’s not as trend specific as the skirt. We know that the tribal print will never truly go out of style because designers infatuation with bold, tribal-print pieces always seems to emerge every season when we transition into warmer months. Designers always seem to come up with new, fresh ways to incorporate indigenous, tribal motifs into their spring and summer collections, whether they're using these prints with super bright colors, paring them with punk-inspired accents, or splashing them all over separates.
In past seasons, designers have given us extremely bold tribal prints, which is saying a lot since the tribal in and of itself is known for it’s boldness. Designers were creating their tribals digitally and they often made them in acid hues, making a bold statement in trendy clothes even more outrageous. Although, outrageous that is not the motif right now for tribal prints. This can probably be attributed to this season’s trendy clothes being focused on all things '70s and bohemian. The current trend is much more earthy, hippie, and organic.
It is super important to take note of this trend when purchasing items for your store because you want to make sure you have a good selection of trendy clothes. This increases your business and sets you apart from the rest. Your store will be able to supply people with the trendy clothes they want because you stay informed on current trends!
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Start Planning Your Wholesale Fall Ensembles in Summer
Jun 27th
While sweaters and long sleeve shirts may be the last thing on your customers’ minds, right now fall wholesale ladies’ apparel should what you’re thinking about. With temperatures rising and swimsuits flying off the shelves, the summer months are the perfect time to look ahead to fall trends. Customers want to have their new fall wardrobe in place for work and back-to-school. They also want to stretch a dollar by building on their existing wardrobe. Planning ahead can help you offer the latest in trendy items and wardrobe staples to your customers.
Driving traffic by making fall garments and outfits appealing even in the heat of the summer can be achieved with extra marketing. First though you need to choose and order your fall lineup of garments and accessories enough in advance that you are prepared for eager fall shoppers. Looking ahead to cooler weather options like ladies’ wholesale blouses and plus size wholesale options like long-sleeve tunic choices can propel your business ahead of the season.
Celebrities like Katie Holmes enter the fall season with options like a leopard trench that transitions well and can top off any summer outfit with ease. Our Cino DB Tech Jacket in Blueberry
is the perfect high-style option in a great range of sizes. Offering this trench to your customers gives them the same layering option as an option for moving into the fall months with its lightweight fabric and trendy print. Julia Roberts loves her layers as the temperatures cool. Layering a short cardigan over a long sleeve light weight knit shirt is elevated with the addition of a skinny belt. You can offer a similar versatile option to Missy sizes with our Missy 2 Piece Cardigan Set With Long Jacket or Pink Twill Missy All Occasion Long Sweater with Accent Color Border that features fall colors with an interesting contrast.
Fall options for junior wholesale dresses and blouses don’t have to only include long sleeve or heavier weight options; choosing earthtone colors or darker tones is another way to introduce the season. When the leaves turn colors and start falling off the trees, your shoppers will instinctively begin shopping for deeper, darker tones and layering pieces like lightweight cardigans and stylish jackets. Having these options ready to go before the season change when your customer’s have their wallet open will give you a jump on the competition.
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Is Fashion Week becoming less diverse?
Feb 22nd
New York's Fashion week for 2010, featuring mostly fall looks, features less ethnically diverse casts of models than in previous words. Are we in the fashion world backpedaling? Why are designers, who set the standards for beauty across the word using exclusively, or a majority all white cast when choosing models for their designs?
This is not exactly a new trend. Magazines have been cited as another prime culprit of lack of racial diversity in the fashion world. Fashion print shots, and the highest paid models are predominantly white. Are minorities being intentionally excluded from the fashion world, or is this just an oversight on the part of the designers (or a tendency to keep a consistent look among models?)
Intentional or not, there are hard figures to support the idea that the fashion industry has a predominantly white face, especially in North America and Europe. During New York's fashion week of 2010, a full 85% of all models cast were white. The next largest majority were Black models, at only 8%. Asians created the next segment, at 6%, with Latinas at 1%, and other or mixed races barely even on the register. The result is a hugely skewed model of the lack of diversity within the fashion world.
Some designers, such as A Detacher, Alice + Olivia, and Preen had no models of color at all. The rest used very few ethnically diverse casts. Some designers used only one non-Caucasian model, including brands like Calvin Klein and Diesel.
There have definitely been efforts in the past to reform the fashion industry. From everything from regulating BMI and trying to reduce cases of Anorexia in Models, to fighting the whitewashing of the industry, some fashion activists are trying to make themselves heard.
Perhaps activists are being actively ignored. In 2007, there was a full 20% non-Caucasion modeling cast at New York fashion week. Designers have even started speaking out against models that are bigger than the sample size (0). Is there a war going on between designers, and people who work in the fashion industry? In the effort to find the ideal from to show clothing, have fashion designers stepped over the line?
We'd love to hear your comments. What do you think about the overwhelming majority of white women in the modeling world? What can we do to bring in some diversity? How can we convince designers that we're tired of seeing the same old unattainable looks?
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Predicting the Unpredictable: The Future of Fashion
Jan 25th
No matter what else is going on in the world, fashion will never cease to be a constant source of speculation, celebration and surprise. It is always influencing, never limiting and ever-changing. That being said, predicting the future of fashion can be a risky game, but therein lies the beauty of the sport. In this fashion-forward, anything-goes world, it can’t be argued that “getting there,” ‘there’ being the next memorable, change-the-way-people-think-about-fashion trend, really is half the fun. So with that in mind, here are a few fashion trends that will, inarguably, grace the catwalks of the next decade.
Green. Contrary to most shifts in the fashion world, experts predict that “green” materials, manufacturing, trade and shipping will become more of a lifestyle than a trend. And really, who isn’t on board with that? In fact, Julie Gilhart of Barney’s has already introduced a slew of green initiatives that she hopes will ring in the new decade(s) of green fashion. These include Philip Lim’s “Go Green Go,” a partnership between Keds, Loomstate and Barney’s, YSL’s “New Vintage,” and Theory for Barney’s Green. The phrase “better late than never” has never been so true.
Smart Clothes. While Spandex and Ultrasuede were the break-through fabrics of the last few decades, the next 10 years brings a whole new realm of new fabrics. There have already been some creative fabrics surfacing to kick off the new decade, such as DuPont’s Lycra T400, which does away with any practical need to wear a belt by creating a type of stretch jean which never loses its elasticity. But, as always, the fabrics of the future will be 10 steps ahead of even the latest inventions. “Smart clothing” is a fusion between fashion and technology (when you can’t beat ‘em, fuse ‘em…right?). “Wearable technology” has thus far consisted of jackets with built-in sony disc systems (made by snowboard maker,
Breaking the rules. Oh wait, there aren’t any rules left to break. The widespread popularity of creatively outrageous and original icons such as Lady Gaga is a good example of the manifestation of this trend. Love her or hate her, she follows no rules and lacks no confidence. This may be a foreshadowing of a more pervasive existence of niche fashion, meaning many fashion trends influencing different groups of people rather than one all-encompassing set of fashion rules. Either way, it’s the start of something new and more empowering for fashion lovers everywhere. Be confident in breaking the old rules and you might just end up contributing to the new ones.
Any way you look at it, the future of fashion is up to those who are bold enough to create it, so for those who don’t mind taking a risk, there’s nothing stopping you from making history. And for those who prefer to watch it unfold—get ready, you’re in for a wild ride!
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Finding the Perfect Valentine’s Day Outfit
Jan 8th
Regardless of whether you favor a stylish and demure little black dress or lean more towards the wild red stilettos and a short party dress, finding the perfect outfit for Valentine’s Day is all about combining taste, style and comfort. The fact that Valentine’s Day falls in February may not matter to most living south of the Mason Dixon, but in the north, women must do some creative planning to put together an outfit that can accommodate possible freezing temperatures and inclement weather.
No matter where a girl lives, there are some practical and steadfast rules to dressing for this sexy holiday. Remember on this special day of love, you want to look your best, but your best doesn’t have to mean expensive or over or under-dressed.
When dining out, keep things simple and dress according to destination. Being treated to a casual night? You can still look classy by combining pumps with your vintage tee and comfy jeans, covered by a fitted jacket. Try complimenting this with trendy jewelry, a bulky bracelet or funky watch, and an over the shoulder leather bag. Try a light application of pastel eye shadows and soft blush.
It always feels good to wear something special yet comfortable. For example, you can look very good and sexy wearing dark jeans and Carolyn Taylor Knit sweater. However, the steadfast rule is to wear what looks good on you. No one can better judge this than you.
Fine dining demands the famous little black dress with classic heels and a classy wrap. Accessorize with dangling earrings and a simple but fun clutch. Never carry a large bag with a little dress. Here you can go a bit heavier on the liner, and use a deeper and rich lip color.
For the clubs, let loose with something red or pink, and don’t be afraid to pair dressy boots – but avoid the shiny glittery look. A strapless dress always says sexy. And don’t be afraid to get funky with your eyes and hair.
If you and your sweetheart are planning an active date, don’t resort to worn sweats and old leggings. There are so many great brushed fabrics, and just make sure you don’t make the mistake of choosing an outfit that too baggy or big. Just because it’s active wear doesn’t mean it shouldn’t fit well.
Staying home to cuddle on the couch?
Try touchable fabrics in light purples and plum. What would this holiday be without a bit of naughty lingerie? Give yourself permission to feel good about being bad! But never wear synthetics. Only silk will do. Something in a pale beige or off-white, or, if you must go with black or red, wear solids. Feathers are passé, no matter how fun you might consider them to be.
Not in a relationship?
No need to be blue. Don’t let being single slow you down. Consider celebrating the love you have for yourself by dressing up in your most comfortable, flattering women’s clothing and heading out to hang with other singles. Regardless of the weather, destination or the company you keep, always find something that is comfortable and makes you feel confident, sexy and comfortable, for both you and your man.
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Wholesale Mens Womens & Childrens Apparel & Clothing for Ebay
May 29th
Ebay has long been known as the top online auction site. One of the leading categories for ebay auctions would be clothing and apparel for the following popular categories; childrens, mens and womens.
Many people have wanted to capitalize on the potential that ebay offers selling clothing online through ebay, however they haven’t found a good supplier or wholesaler to do so. Many people first start by cleaning out their clothes from their dressers and closets only to run out of things to sell. Sure another option would be to start venturing out to garage sales to obtain products, however with gas prices lately this is becoming an innefective method.
We have come to realize that the best method is to find companies that sell wholesale apparel and wholesale clothing in bulk at large discounts. Ultimately you want to become an efficient ebay seller, and finding a wholesaler will give you the opportunity to buy quality items at great discounts. Another great thing about buying wholesale mens, womens and childrens clothes is that you can get items that are brand new for garage sale prices (or even lower).
Imagine buying a lot of 100 brand name as well as brand new items for less than 1 or 2 dollars per item. This is entirely possible and smart ebay sellers have been capitalizing on this sort of thing for years, and succeeding doing it! One of the troubles is that finding a good and reliable source is not always easy. We recommend that you search google, yahoo or msn for the following terms; wholesale apparel, wholesale clothing, wholesale clothes, wholesale mens apparel, wholesale womens apparel, etc. (you get the idea)
With the vast selection available on the internet and the numerous supply of clothing vendors, it is only a matter of time before you land on your own appropriate and quality source!
Some people wonder how those top power ebay sellers can sell thousands of items a month. Well, there are some great tools available for you to accomplish this, a free one is ebay’s turbo lister. Additionally if you really want to sell tons of items on ebay, you must be able to purchase easily and in bulk to meet the demand for your listings. Therefore buying a wholesale lot or wholesale pallet of clothing is a great idea. These lots and pallets usually include a variety of identical items that can save you time in preparing ebay ads!
Additionally, when selling on ebay you must understand that your product name must include major key terms in the product title or product name itself. This is how ebay places you to the top of the rankings. Below you will find a great resource for wholesale mens clothing, childrens apparel and womens clothes.
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Women’S Apparel – The Trendiest Trend In The Market
May 29th
They say women are crazy about the kind of apparel they wear – whether it is sari, kurti, skirt, jeans or top. From the latest trend in the market to the most traditional, women find a kind of happiness in their trendy and traditional wear.
Contemporary to the belief that women are not very choosy about their apparel, women take a lot of time in choosing a certain kind of dress, even if its as simple attire as a sarees. And as women have a better idea about the various kinds of cloth, material, design and work done on the cloth, it is much more an area of interest for them. So, when we talk about a women looking for a certain kind of dress, it does means a lot.
Be it a long or short skirt, denim or simple jeans, a salwar kameez or a top – all meant for women are specially designed to meet the demand of the market and to match with the latest trend in the market. When a women chooses one, she not only sees that it suits her body cut but also sees that it matches with the latest trend in the market. Lehangas, kurtis, skirts – all of them are designed specifically keeping in mind such demand of today’s women.
If you are not an outgoing person or do not find much time to do the shopping for your attire, you can also buy them from online shopping stores where it is not only easy to search for the latest and top brands but also for the latest designs in the market. It is a one stop shop where you can find clothes of your choice, design, color and brand; that too at affordable prices. So, if you have not bought your apparel, till now, from a online shopping store, try out one today!
Log on to some of the famous online shopping sites lie Home Shop 18, compare the designs, look for the latest trends in the market, choose the one of your desire and pay online. You can also order for Home Delivery and pay for your purchase when the choosen dress is delivered at your doorstep. Isn’t it a simple and easy way of getting the best out of your money without wasting your time!!!
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Tips on Best Priced Wholesale Apparel: Where to Get Them?
May 29th
November 10, 2008 at 8:30 am
As Christmas season starts to roll, many retailers in the clothing industry are struggling with stocking inventory because of the credit crunch. Many of them cannot afford to stock existing and buy new inventories when sales are extremely slow. The tightening of the credit market makes a lot of small businesses, including those in the fashion accessories and apparel industry, struggle to survive. But Christmas is coming. There are still a lot of consumers ready to spend some bucks on buying Christmas presents. But this also means finding bargains on good quality merchandise, could it be in the regular stores or on the internet.
One would think that if you say I’m buying wholesale apparel or wholesale clothing at a wholesale distributor, it automatically means buying it at around 50% less than the retail price. Not necessarily. Most wholesalers are buying their inventories from direct importers. Therefore, prices are not really all that cheap for the retailers. Unless the clothing wholesale distributor buys in bulk of the same style, color and sizes which will mean spending tens of thousands if not hundreds of thousand dollars in acquiring these inventory, the wholesaler does not pay a deeply discounted price. When that happens, the wholesaler passes the burden to the retailer by a mark-up that most retailers can no longer afford. It’s a chain reaction. If the retailers bought it at a higher price, to recoup the cost and make some profit, the retailer would then be increasing price by the piece which will be hard for the consumer to buy. The consumer will then search out some other outlet that can offer more attractive prices than those of their favorite apparel store. In turn, not only did the inventory not move, the retailer, does not have the money to buy cheaper items to turn the business around.
This is where I come in with valuable tips in hand that no clothing and apparel retailer can afford to pass up. First of all, don’t look for an ordinary wholesale apparel distributor otherwise you don’t get the best deal. Instead search out wholesale apparel liquidators whose main business is buying closeout clothing inventory directly from manufacturing companies, direct importers or those whose business are folding. By purchasing inventories this way, retailers can get an extremely low prices, lower than traditional wholesale, and pass the savings on to customers at a deeply discounted price, anywhere from 60% – 80% of the retail price.
Second, if you find one of those closeout wholesale distributors, look out for their clearance sales. This happens very often, as a matter of fact, almost every month. They offer the clearance items from 90% – 95% of the retail price. How nice is that?
My third tip is to look for those companies that offers “free” shipping for a reasonably minimum order of only $200 and above in the continental United States. For overseas buyers, find out if they give special shipping to countries like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe. This gives you more savings than you expected.
Last but not least, look for those who do not require a minimum order amount. Normally, clothing wholesalers have a minimum purchase of at least $500 or $1000 per order. But there are those who allow you to purchase by the package – normally 6 pieces of the same item of different sizes small to large with the same color. This costs anywhere from $25 – $75 a package depending on what you’re buying.
With tips I gave above, no matter if you specialize in retailing wholesale women’s apparel like jeans, dress, skirt, tops, active wear, plus size, accessories or even jewelry, you are covered. Not only clothing and accessory retailers can benefit from these tips but also those stay at home moms, or anybody who wants to make income on the side. Like I said, purchasing with no minimum required is a big thing. Or buying a required small minimum order but the shipping is free, who wants to pass that? Anyone can be a retailer if you know where and how to find suppliers. And for those that are far from places like Los Angeles or New York where you can find most of closeout liquidators, there is always the internet. Just type closeout wholesale apparel in the search field and big G will give you long list of potential savings opportunities to consider. When you get your list, just make the choice as to which savings opportunity fits your needs. And there you have it. Christmas inventory buying for a lot less is taken care of!
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This article is original and copyright of Claire Schaper, online media specialist for 1FashionClothing.com. For more information or purchasing, please contact Yosy or Gracy at (213) 749-1405 or send e-mail to nmfashionclothing@yahoo.com. You may also visit, http://www.1fashionclothing.com.
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