THE STATELESS BLOG
Fashion Business & Entrepreneurship
Reimagining Tradition: Conceptual Redesign of USPS Women’s Uniform
We explored a conceptual redesign of the USPS women’s summer uniform as a fresh take on custom workwear for today’s workforce.
How to Start a Fashion Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide walks you through the key phases of launching a clothing brand and provides insights into the critical components needed to build a thriving business.
Creative Direction Essentials for Building Fashion Brands
Bryanna Samuels, founder of Good Rapport, sits down with Evan Polivy, the Director of Brand Development at Stateless, to discuss his career, his role at Stateless, and the creative process behind building an apparel brand.
The Power of Brand Guidelines in the Fashion Industry
In the fashion industry, a strong brand identity is essential for success. It helps to differentiate your brand from competitors and create an emotional connection with your target audience. The foundation of a compelling brand identity lies in well-defined brand guidelines. This article will explore what brand guidelines are and why they are particularly important for fashion brands.
AIEA Golf's Journey: From Concept to Launch with Stateless
Discover how Stateless helped Daniella Rosa, founder of AIEA Golf, overcome manufacturing challenges and launch her women's golf apparel brand. Hear her inspiring story and valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Incorporating AI in Fashion: Current State, Value, and Potential for Growth
In this article, we explore how AI is currently being utilized within the fashion industry to develop products and brands, examining both the value it adds and areas where improvement is needed.
Hiring A Fashion Consulting Firm vs. Hiring A Sourcing Agent
When entering the fashion industry, brands face a decision: whether to hire a fashion consulting firm or opt for a sourcing agent. Both options have merits, but understanding how they fulfill different roles is vital for making the best choice.
The Importance of Sustainable Packaging for Luxury Brands
Gain insight into whether customers prioritize sustainability in their purchasing decisions and if their dissatisfaction with excessive packaging has influenced their shopping behavior.
Fashion Business Consulting Firms
The fashion industry is ever-changing, and to stay competitive and succeed, emerging brands need an edge. Fashion business consulting firms provide that edge by addressing knowledge gaps, offering expert guidance, and ensuring smooth operations. This article explores the benefits of partnering with a fashion business consulting firm to help grow your brand.
What’s the difference between sustainable and organic fabrics?
Sustainable fabrics and organic fabrics are related concepts that focus on environmentally friendly practices in the textile industry, but they have distinct differences.
The Rise of Slow Fashion: Why Slow Fashion Companies are Better for Customers and the Planet
Small slow fashion companies targeting passionate niche audiences have emerged as key players in this movement, offering unique benefits to both customers and the planet.
What Fashion Business to Start: Finding Your Niche and Connecting Authentically
In the dynamic realm of fashion entrepreneurship, success hinges on more than trends—it's about recognizing market voids and fostering genuine connections with niche communities. For those aspiring to dive into the world of fashion business, pinpointing the right niche and establishing an authentic rapport with your audience are pivotal steps.
Are Fashion Designers Entrepreneurs?
For those embarking on the journey of launching an apparel company, the question of whether to embrace the entrepreneur's strategic mindset or the designer's aesthetic flair might arise. In truth, the synergy between these roles is what propels the fashion industry forward.
How to Start a Fashion Startup
Embarking on the journey of starting a fashion business may seem like a daunting task, but with careful planning and strategic execution, you can transform your passion for style into a successful fashion startup. In this article, we'll guide you through the key steps to kickstart your fashion startup and bring your unique vision to life.
Choosing the Right E-commerce Platform for Your Apparel Business: Shopify vs. Squarespace
Among the myriad of options available, two popular e-commerce platform choices stand out: Shopify and Squarespace. In this article, we'll compare the two platforms to help you make an informed decision for your apparel business.
Apparel Factory Management: Optimizing Efficiency & Quality
This article explores the key aspects of apparel production in factory management and highlights the importance of optimizing efficiency and maintaining quality.
Why You Need A Technical Designer
Hiring a fashion technical designer can help you increase your revenue by improving the quality of your products, reducing waste, minimizing production costs, and saving time.
The Benefits of 3D Apparel Design
3D apparel design is rapidly transforming the fashion industry by enabling designers to create and visualize their designs in a more realistic and efficient way.
Squaretalk Ep 1: Brand Development
Stefanie and Evan share their experience building over 90 brands from ideation to product release.
How Rebranding Can Lead to Long-Term Growth
Why a comprehensive business rebranding is a step to consider for your company's long-term growth.