wfsblog, Author at Wholesale Fashion Square Blog

25 Apr

Denim Refresh: Jean Trends for Spring 2018 Whether it be a light-wash jacket that adds warmth on an autumn day, dark date-night pants that fit you just right, or a pin-loaded vest that completes a sunny-day ensemble, denim has the power to make an outfit and will never go out of style. This Spring 2018 (and Summer 2018 too!) is getting a refresh on the runways and fashion-forward sidewalks when it comes to dynamite denim. 1. Deconstructed Denim Rips, tears, knee-and-thigh-baring holes, dangling shreds, asymmetrical silhouettes and scrapes—all forms of fabric annihilation are present in this year's denim deconstruction. Although this fad has been around for a while, this year it's getting a revamp with a few new embellishments. We always recommend offering...

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18 Apr

Spring and Summer 2018 Vacation Trends

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Summer Boutique Clothing Trends School semesters are winding down, temperatures are warming up, and now is the time to think about what will be hot for 2018's vacation season. Here are 6 trends you'll see and love in the next few months heading into summer. You can also take a look at our wholesale summer clothing collection on our website. 1. Fire Up a Little Island Romance Seemingly meant for sunny, long days and carefree getaways, the aesthetic we're calling 'island romance' is one you'll see a lot—and in many different forms—this vacation season. From flowy white dresses with delicate lace embellishments to earthy sandals and rope belts, this upcoming trend is all about neutral, pair-with-anything hues, intriguing texture and feminine allure. Stock...

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10 Apr

The ’90s Are Totally Back: 5 Flashback Finds to Feature in Your Boutique

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Lookbooks

You're not clueless-- it's no secret that many of today's trends have been inspired by the way fashion-following people dressed in the 1990's. From neon mesh tops and black chokers to plaid mini skirts and platform shoes made popular by the Spice Girls, looks from a quarter of a century ago are still living on in our hearts—as well as on the runways and streets. Here are 5 '90s-inspired styles that you should let shine in your boutique. Womenswear Inspired By Menswear Runways and popular shops like Nordstrom, Everlane, and ASOS are bringing back smart, oversized styles inspired by the '90s power suit. Whether your customers are browsing for their 9-to-5 or brunch-ready wardrobes, they're sure to love to see these smart styles...

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3 Apr

The Buyer’s Basics: How Much Inventory to Buy For Your Boutique

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buyer \ˈbī(-ə)r\ noun "The buying role differs between companies, but all fashion buyers are responsible for overseeing the development of a range of products aimed at a specific type of customer and price bracket.” Whether you're starting an online boutique or physical store, buying is one of the most important factors when it comes to running a smart, budget-friendly business—and creating a brand identity for your store. These tips are great for store owners who have been in the game a while, too. Read on for 5 pieces of advice we have for buyers. Figure Out Your Niche Maybe you want to start a vintage boutique specializing in women's apparel and accessories. Groovy! That's a niche and, chances are, you will stand out among...

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27 Mar

The Fashion Buyer’s Guide: Style Selection

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There are many factors that go into buying inventory for your boutique or online shop. Now that you've read our blog post on Buying 101, here's the next step in narrowing down your target customer and piling your shelves and racks with pieces they'll gobble up. We're sure you've heard "variety is the spice of life," and it applies here too. But before you fill your shopping cart at your favorite online clothing wholesaler, here are 5 tips you should keep in mind when shopping for a variety of ages and body types. Take inventory. Checking out what you've currently got in stock will tell you what you've sold most of in terms of style and size. The garments that are left...

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20 Mar

The Top 8 Swimwear Trends of 2018

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Buying

Depending on where you reside, warm-weather vibes may feel very far away. What better way to make the cool weather speed up than by lusting over upcoming swimwear looks? No matter the temps, poolside hangouts, tropical vacays, and brand-new swimwear trends are near. Which styles should you carry in your boutique? Here are 8 swimwear trends that are forecasted to make a splash this year. Belts, Harnesses, Suspenders. This year, swimwear is staying away from minimalist and is all about eye-catching embellishments. Expect to see metal ring belts, edgy and goth-inspired harnesses, wide belts reminiscent of the '90s, functional ties, and more strappy delights. Metallics & Shine. Speaking of eye-catching flair, put those sunglasses on because summer 2018 has an oh-so-bright future. We're talking...

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13 Mar

7 Ways to Wear One Dress

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Picture this: you're getting dressed in the morning. You peer into your closet and leaf through tees, cardigans, skinny jeans and jackets. You even try a thing or two on, only to toss them on your desk chair to hang up later that evening. It's official: you have nothing to wear. It happens to the best of us: we get into fashion ruts from time to time, where we seem to pair the same tops and bottoms together. We tire of our wardrobe because nothing feels fresh and you've worn it all before. Well, we've got outfit inspo for you today—and our inspiration? The capsule wardrobe. If you aren't familiar with the capsule wardrobe yet, get ready to be enlightened. Simply put, the...

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6 Mar

Personal Styling 101: How to Find and Refine Your Look

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Marketing

We all have a unique sense of style that makes us feel like ourselves, but finding it and doesn't always come naturally. If you've ever worn an outfit all day that just didn't make you feel like yourself, or if you can't describe your personal style in three words, we've got some tips to help you become fluent in your very own personal style. Seek out inspiration. We're lucky to live in a time when the Internet, print media, and our city streets are accessible and full of fashion to lust over and make us say, “I want to wear that.” Our top tip in figuring out what you love to wear is looking at ensembles and choosing what you...

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27 Feb

3 Tips For Your Best Store Display Yet

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Buying

Visual merchandising can be intimidating if you're new to the task, but it's an oh-so-important part of organizing your store and displaying your merchandise. It's more than simply folding tees, hanging up cardigans and buying a pre-made sale sign—it's an art. Whether you're training new employees on best practices or learning about store displays for the first time, don't fret. We've got some tips to take your store to the next level. Does visual merchandising make an impact on sales? Absolutely. In today's fast-paced, instant world, shoppers' attention spans are shorter than ever. Your store displays are your best tool to quickly show customers what you have to offer and how they may use your products. With a single display, you...

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21 Feb

How to Use Instagram Marketing For Your Boutique

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It's no secret that being active on social media channels can remind past customers of your store, gain you new interest and enhance your business overall. Why not put your energy into Instagram, a platform that thrives on inspiration, and also happens to have 800 million active users? While there are dozens of ways for you to boost your sales and bring in new customers with the popular app, here are 5 ways you can start utilizing Instagram today. Visuals Are Everything. Instagram is an aesthetically pleasing mashup of colorful, edited, carefully curated (and sometimes completely random) images, videos and the ever-popular Boomerang. Catch your customers' eye and remind them to come in to check out what you've got for...

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