Episode 21 of the THRIVE IN FASHION podcast dives into the preparation and strategy of seasonal planning for fashion buyers. As we transition from AW24, Elisabeth Mac Hale shares actionable steps to ensure you are prepared and strategically set for the upcoming buying season.
In this episode, Elisabeth discusses:
Reviewing Current Season Performance: Learn how to evaluate your best and worst products, spot trends, and gather critical insights to inform your next buying decisions.
Setting Clear Goals and Budgets: Why it’s crucial to establish your goals early and how to approach initial budgeting, leaving room for flexibility and growth.
Identifying Key Trends and Customer Insights: Understand how to select the most relevant trends for your brand, considering both fashion and broader socioeconomic factors.
Planning Your Buy by Category: Tips on managing quantities, sell-through rates, and getting your product mix right for maximum impact.
Creating a Timeline and Critical Path: Mastering the art of staying on schedule from sample approval to product delivery, and why timing is everything.
Get ready to streamline your planning process and set yourself up for a successful season ahead. Here is a Link to the FREE checklist
Plan Your New Season ChecklistIf you would like to develop your fashion buying skills and Learn more in-depth about how to develop products from Concept to Customer check out Elsabeth's Course via the link below
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