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Fabric Sourcing, Manufacturing, Trade Fair, All Karen Yakymishen Fabric Sourcing, Manufacturing, Trade Fair, All Karen Yakymishen

Première Vision Trade Fair Paris

Première Vision is a three-day event and one of the largest trade fairs where brands can meet accessories, yarn and textile manufacturers, leather tanneries, print design artists, and garment manufacturers from all over the world. In this article, I’ve included seven attendee secrets aimed at helping you navigate this massive event and jumping a few queues.

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Fabric Sourcing, All, Trade Fair Karen Yakymishen Fabric Sourcing, All, Trade Fair Karen Yakymishen

Sourcing Sustainable Fabric When You’re a Small Brand

How does a small brand source sustainable fabric in a world where mass production is still the norm? Sourcing fabric on your own - regardless of your brand’s size - is time consuming and can feel overwhelming. We compiled our top 5 places for fashion brands to search for fabric suppliers when you are sourcing low MOQs.

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Fabric Sourcing, All Karen Yakymishen Fabric Sourcing, All Karen Yakymishen

Deadstock Fabric

Deadstock fabric is leftover fabric that comes in a variety of ranges, from natural fabrics like linen, to polyester lace. There are several different reasons why deadstock exists. When fabric is around unsold or unused for too long it is considered deadstock fabric. Errors can occur during the manufacturing process….

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How to Connect with Fabric Suppliers

Recently I read a post from an agency that helps designers connect with suppliers. Now this agency is incredibly helpful to many and rightfully so.

However, I was struck by the information I read on her take on how to reach out to suppliers. “Do not ask suppliers what their minimum order quantities (or MOQS) are in the first email.”

What?

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