How I Started My Clothing Business at 20 | Marketing Strategies, Investments, + More!!!

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I am SO excited to finally share this with all of you! I hope all of this information serves you well! I formatted this video by topics - within those topics, I answer questions you guys sent in on Instagram. All the time stamps are here so you can skip around if you want :)
1:25 - Concept - I talk about how I came up with my business idea and why I started it!
- 3:30 - How much did you prep before starting?
- 4:01 - How do you make yourself recognizable?
- 5:58 - How many pieces should be in a collection? How often should you put out a new collection?
6:33 - Production - I talk about my production process and things to keep in mind for it!
- 8:05 - Where do you buy bulk fabric?
- www.fabscrap.org
- www.naturesfabrics.com
- www.revivalfabrics.com
- www.athriftynotion.com
- www.fabcycle.shop
- www.queenofraw.com
- www.blackbirdfabrics.com
- 8:46 - What sewing equipment do you use?
- Janome Magnolia 7330 - www.janome.com/machines/sewin...
- Singer ProFinish - www.singer.com/Profinish-14CG...
- Brother PE800 - www.brother-usa.com/products/...
9:20 - Investments/Finances - I talk about budgeting, how much I spent, what I spent my money on, etc.
- 12:29 - How do you price things?
- 15:16 - What do you use for bookkeeping?
- Quickbooks - www.quickbooks.intuit.com
15:37 - Branding - I talk about how to create a distinct brand aesthetic, making your brand recognizable, mission statements, etc.
- 17:15 - How you manage your limiting beliefs?
18:53 - Marketing - I talk about the different platforms I market myself on and how I go about it!
- 21:56 - What are your marketing strategies? (I talk about going viral here!!!)
- 24:37 - How did you build your following?
26:06 - Website - I talk about what should be included on your website!
- 27:05 - How did you make your website?
- Website platform - www.squarespace.com
27:35 - Promoting/Launching - I talk about promoting before your launch and what launch day can look like/what to do after
- 29:06 - Do you do unpaid collaborations or PR packages?
29:56 - Shipping - I talk about how I ship things out
- 30:58 - What shipping supplies do you start with?
- Rollo Printer - www.rollo.com/product/rollo-p...
- Shipping website - www.pirateship.com
- Shipping supplies - www.ecoenclose.com
- Custom label stamp - www.etsy.com/listing/72100714...
- 31:56 - How do you set up world wide shipping?
33:04 - Analyze - I talk about how to improve and continue to grow after launching!
Extra Q&A:
34:14 - How you stay motivated?
34:58 - How do you manage your time?
36:02 What legal things did you have to do? Did you register your business?
- Company used to register my business - www.legalzoom.com
36:43 - How do you deal with hate, negativity, or unsupportive people?
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[@NataliaTrevinoAmaro]

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[@cuteris3798]

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[@thedayday1]

I am so appreciative of your transparency and willingness to share the wisdom you’ve gained along the way. So helpful and motivating.

[@NataliaTrevinoAmaro]

Thank you!!

[@blaccicon]

Yes big thank u that’s not natural and that u r so open with ur knowledge for free 👏🏽👏🏽 ppl like u r a real motivation giving regular ppl maybe a lifechanging opportunity

[@harshatomar5205]

@@NataliaTrevinoAmaro at what age u joined FIT , starting a buisness at this young age and thinking not just about u but the planet as well , u r an inspiration !!

[@alvinnieto3616]

Skeri

[@smithlea]

Natalia, I'm in awe of your dedication to ethical fashion! I recently started my own creative project, and the way you emphasized social media for marketing resonated with me. I found boost app social, and it's like 8 apps in 1 for platforms like insta and tiktok. Super helpful for creators like us to stand out!

[@kimberlimartins]

I've been using that too, and it's great for personalizing my stories. Makes everything look more professional.

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#we #boost #any #kind #of #bussines. Heard for us?

[@yaminanatsaret]

Ugh YES! to when you broke down how to price things. It makes since how these high and luxury brands are so high. (Quality material and labor of 50+ people). People don’t realize how many people are putting in labor for these fashion companies. At least those who are paying everyone fairly. At first I thought of pricing things based on how much I would pay for something but it’s not always that easy. You explained so well.

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[@onika2836]

It is not a norm in luxury brands (like chanel , Louis vuitton,..) when artisans and "dress maker"(i don't know if it is the right term) are paid a little more than the minimum wage even if they have a real savoir faire. I just created a sustainable french fashion brand called Maya Litzia if there's someone interesting. For the moment it is just me but I hope it will develop well.

[@roseekske]

@@onika2836 I hope your business takes off!!

[@user-ri4bq6kv5i]

Most of those brands make you pay for their name not so much the quality or the cost , many also will hide their unethical ways for instance Prada used illegal immigrants in Italian factories in order to not have to pay them properly.

[@ivanadzidic4012]

Well done, young lady! Starting your business in such a difficult year, being sustainable and figuring it all by yourself. You're such a positive example.

[@ginacervantesss]

Keep going! I’m 23 and I’m in the same boat but one day you’ll be on Forbes :) I’m glad that someone like you understands slow fashion is so much better.

[@NataliaTrevinoAmaro]

That would be a dream 🥺 thank you so much!!!❤️

[@samhernandez4235]

Thank you so much for this!!!!!! I took hella notes. Hoping to start my business up in a few months. Wishing your business amazing and growing success!

[@nosheenlouw4652]

Thank you for this! I'm sewing up my first product as I watch you and I feel very confident that it'll be a success. God bless you!

[@vp7449]

I love this! Definitely appreciate you being so open and honest about your process 👏🏽

[@chananjahduncan519]

Thanks for being transparent and sharing the awesome tips! Wishing you the best, keep up the great work!

[@manishanawal3445]

this is a GREAT video! thank you so much for being transparent. Definitely need more people like you sharing experiences in such a way!

[@user-rt9lg5tl3f]

i have been looking at a lot of business videos lately but you’re the first that is sustainable! ty for all your resources

[@justbefuckinhappy]

Thank you for being so simply authentic💕

[@tatyana2056]

Took tons of notes, I appreciate you and what you stand for. Very knowledgeable

[@voluminouslybeautiful]

Hold up - you’re always on my TikTok fyp! This is so inspiring ☺️ thank you so much for taking the time to share all of this! I wish you nothing but the best for upcoming collection ✨

[@shan-gn3ey]

You have all my respect for being so open and honest. Love the video it was very helpful! From all the people that I've seen doing this kind of thing you definitly stand out the most and I think you are going to do really well and you deserve it!

[@cecialexander1709]

Thank you so much for sharing! This gives me a better direction to start my small business. Congratulations on your growing business ❤️

[@kaylee2059]

One of the best channels. Thank you so much for your transparency- your work ethic is an inspiration.

[@Khadija-xt5kf]

This video was loaded with so much helpful information and insight. Thank you!

[@ellalegrande2826]

Such an informative and helpful video! Sending your small business all the positive energy for 2021 :)

[@ProsperousKei]

Your videos have inspired me to get my made to order business back up and running. I wasn’t charging correctly before I also wasn’t consistent with socials and this video has been great for me to be clear on how I want to relaunch. Thank you for your transparency 💜. I hope all the work you put in continues to pay off

[@tianawilson4189]

Thank you. I genuinely appreciate you taking the time to share your advice & experiences with us😘😘💕💕💕

[@yolo4073]

You don't know how much you've taught me!!! Really appreciate it 🥰

[@anyaaiello8762]

This is seriously gold, thank you for sharing

[@JenFindsGems]

I love this video! Not a second of wasted space here and it was so easy to sit here and watch you break everything down. Thank you for sharing your experiences, you’re such an inspiration!

[@DaveTalksBusiness]

Love watching and learning from your small business content! It's such an amazing journey!

[@Peertje304]

Thank you so much for this video! I've always had the idea of having my own clothing brand lingering in the back of my mind but it just sounds so daunting. This video gave me a lot of peace of mind.

[@kii6099]

really appreciate your generosity. That shows your confident -way to go! From a former FIT graduate few decades ago -very proud!!

[@vezubuhlekhumalo3488]

thank you so much for helping us..its beautiful seeing young people doing this at a young age!!

[@thefashionalchemist]

So happy to see a fellow designer talking about their brand and being transparent 💛💛 love that you’re also supporting slow fashion and sustainability! Found you on my YT feed btw ✌🏼. I’ll be launching my fashion brand in a few months so this was really amazing to watch 😁

[@chinayacrooks7192]

this is SO inspiring and informative. I am in the process of coming starting my own brand, and this was so helpful for me!

[@psycho3092]

THE BESTTTTTT i mean i watched lotsssssss if videos to get these information but not even a single video helped and you , you just gave all the information needed in one video perfeccttttlyyy. Thank you so muchhh for the video it really was the besttttt i have no words🥺❤️

[@stezanc]

I'm so impressed with your generosity and your intelligence. I truly wish you all the best!

[@eyestoseeu8169]

I love how humble you are. Congratulations on your success and I wish you the best. Keep going! I'm barely starting my eyeglasses business and it's been tough to make engaging content. These tips are great! I will try them.

[@abigailrojas6884]

I am beginning to start my business and this was so helpful!! thank you for everything 🤍🤍

[@triumphgroup4662]

Thank you for be so honest, you are an inspiration ☺️

[@khadiyahwillis1635]

This video was AMAZING it was so helpful.😭 Thank you so much for staying on topic, keeping it real, being helpful, and an inspiration. May God bless you, you seem like you have such a good heart!

[@0okotteo0]

Gosh the video wasn’t that long but you talk so much, I’m impressed and motivated, thanks for all the information ❤️

[@meiillustrations2418]

Loved this video! I'm just starting out as a fashion illustrator and currently trying to figure out how to make my business as sustainable as possible. It's so much work to research but so worth it like you said! Love finding others who care so much about the environment as well

[@manishashrotriya]

It's very kind of you to put this information out. Thanks so much.

[@VeronicaEnembogu-fm8jw]

Thank you so much, I actually wrote all steps down in my note and I'm grateful for all. I love you girl❤️

[@DRAVE117]

honestly an amazing video!! thank you so much for the tips and strategies

[@jasmineluna629]

Love this 👏🏻👏🏻 super informative 🥰 Thanks girl, you are doing Great! I’m starting my small business as well. So your feedback helped me out a lot!

[@sidratulmuntaha2250]

I watched 4-5 videos in a row and I’m really inspired by you and thanks a lot for sharing so much info with us ,it’s greatly helpful especially for the ones who want to start their business. I’m still in the 3rd year of my fashion degree and you know sometimes we go through such kinda time where we get so much demotivated and stuff like that and we want that dose of motivation , that’s how your videos are working for me . You’re doing great . ❤️ keep it up . Love from Pakistan .

[@laosdoll_0191]

Congratulations on your new business ventures! Just found your channel and I Love your personality and content so keep it coming.....

[@kristinatalbert5585]

I just want to thank you for being super transparent and willing to share how you started your wonderful business. Not only was I able to learn alot, but this was a great introduction to your business and I cant wait to make a purchase. Thank you for sharing, and keep up the work. Your super inspirational.

[@altyd493]

Such a great video - thanks for being so frank about upfront about your business journey.

[@fluttershhhy]

thank you so muchh for all the infos!!! you helped so many of us! ❤️

[@deepaksrinivasmondal]

This was amazing! To think that you are so clear-headed and level-headed at this age gives me great hope for the future of the budding entrepreneurs around the world. Great going and more power to you! :)

[@enjimrehim]

thank you so much this really helps a lot on so may level especially our anxiety and the feeling of being overwhelmed with everything so thank you i wish more people would similar videos

[@sarasmackdown8133]

Dude. Thank you. Your insight and energy on these topics is very reassuring and inspiring 🌼🤗

[@charunoni3023]

You just answered all my questions. Glad I bumped onto this.🥰

[@oliviaangelina6004]

i love this. As an aspiring designer, i am motivated by this. especially because you are my age! it’s relatable. thank you! can’t wait to watch more content xo

[@misslyenastrama]

GIRL. you are killing it so proud of you!! amazing

[@nazbirkaur7229]

Thank you so much..!! It literally helped me so much.. Thats all what i needed to know!! Lotss of love ❤❤❤

[@sophia-marcelle]

Just subbbbed bc a gal who is this truthful and driven needs allll the support. You were so right when you said the more open you are the more you attract people. Way to go girl

[@christyogle_thedinnerbell]

I'm so inspired by you. I'm in my 40s but just now following my lifelong dream of starting a fashion line and you make it feel attainable. Newish follower and really appreciating your content!

[@liserldietl]

Absolutely amazing! Well done!!💜

[@houseofdalilah2654]

Congrats girl! You're doing amazing.

[@SukayahRamli]

Hi Natalie, its so refreshing to see a young grad like yourself believe in sustainability. My niece is studying her MBA in this subject. I believed in being kind to our environment. Eventhough many of the general people - with or without money do not care. I am looking to start something on my own in my mid 40s. So inspiring!

[@youtubeplaylist7104]

This video is full of inspiration and love ❤️❤️ Thank you to the moon and back ❤️👏🏻

[@notjennybounmivilay]

I just stumbled onto your video while looking up how to start my own youtube channel and wow! you are such an inspiration. Subscribed :) Cheering you on all the way from Australia!

[@paulinemonier9882]

This is such a inspiring/educative/useful video! Congratulations this is brilliant, very well explained, straight to the point and helpful! I really enjoyed this video and learned a lot from you! Thank you! I wish you the best and keep going girrllll!

[@sincerelytayxx]

Hi! I love that your brand is ethical and sustainable while also having a more feminine and cute style. I also love that you were super open about showing your process. I'm currently working on starting my own clothing brand too and openly sharing the journey is something that I want to be doing for my clothing brand as well. So glad that I stumbled across your video! It was so helpful! Thank you!! 🙏🏻

[@emdelaney6283]

Girl I’m like 3 minutes in... I’ve never watched one of your videos before but my god are you the sweetest soul

[@LindyM]

You are so wise for your age! I’m so inspired well done and thank you for sharing your journey.

[@salomehefsiba]

Wow, I’m inspired❤️ Thank you so much for sharing this information...it’s so helpful.

[@nadatalbi7686]

literally i LOVE you!! you motivate me a lot to start that business. thank you really!💓 🥰

[@juhnaee]

this was so helpful! thank you so much for posting this. working on launching a business soon so i learned some great tips.

[@mariaveliyath2734]

Love love this video! Thank you so much!

[@CreateWithCrystal]

Thank you SO much for being so transparent! Good job with your success - you are inspiring :-)

[@helincoskun8264]

Love this video! I do not usually comment but it is very educative and fun to watch. also i think the time stamps are the bestest idea!

[@alexandracloete]

I know it's been a few years since you made this video but wow! You're maturity stood out to me so much! I love how committed you are to ethical fashion and I'm excited to see what you've achieved and will continue to create in the future. Thank you for all the helpful tips! ❤

[@cretenagneseverlaet4170]

Can’t like your video enough 😁 It’s a pleasure to listen to you ! You’re a creative person and you understand how business works. You have it naturally, with your common sense. You ask yourself the right questions for your business, like the Why?, the identity and branding, the mission etc. You use the right terms, and the right message :) BRAVO ! 👏😍 Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge! 💝

[@qodeshimkimm]

I been wanting to start a fashion business since I was like 8/9! I’m going to try and start this year! I couldn’t go to college like I wanted. I been doing research and wanting to take a similar approach to starting it like you are, and for a year I haven’t been able to find any information how to start like this, I’m so happy I found your videos and I’m going to be keeping up with you! Hopefully I get started soon on my own!

[@wilvzn]

Hella respect. I really like your energy and how informational your content is. Just found you today and I instantly subscribed. Thank you so much for putting this out ❤️🙌

[@sarahelsenbawy6521]

You’re my inspo!! Thank you for being transparent and helpful 🤍

[@arslanbuttofficial8202]

Sarah! Have you started yet? @importyourbrand on insta. Let's discuss more about it.

[@lianunez415]

me while watching this entire video: ✍🏻✍🏻✍🏻✍🏻✍🏻✍🏻 but seriously though, you're such an inspiration to me! i want to start my own handmade clothing business one day and all of your videos help so much 💖

[@olivia-zg4ds]

Thank you this is the most helpful video!! Wishing you all the best with your business 😀

[@jocelynannsemitara624]

You’re an inspiration to all of us ❤️

[@candicem.8517]

This was so incredibly helpful and informative. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience!

[@preranaparganiha4145]

You're an inspiration I love watching your videos it's really helpful 😊 Lots of love nd success to you ❤️

[@vbabe360]

The last things you said really helped me. Thank you for this wonderful video!

[@anahyfelipe697]

Girl! YOUR AMAZING! I hope you the best :)) 💗

[@feralfreebirds]

Love this ~ restarting my business in 2024, with upcycled, patchwork clothing ~ def looking back over this video ~ packed with ace tips, want to be successful this time round xxx

[@WithMariya]

New favourite channel!! Amazing work girl 😍

[@maggiedee2929]

Glad this informative and authentic video hit my feed. Well done. Much success to you.

[@traceyg5241]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. I am just starting out and feeling somewhat overwhelmed, but your honesty and advice has helped me feel like I can do it! 🙌

[@arslanbuttofficial8202]

Did u start yet?

[@veenajay482]

You give me courage to finally take the leap. Thank you for your positive energy.

[@shmwmlam3953]

You are really inspiring. You are almost half of my age. I always wanted to started my own business. But fear gets me. I am really shy and awkward. So social media is my worst enemy. I am really weak in that area. But watching you made me wanna start my business. I do have all the professional qualifications and technical skills. I think its time to finally throw my fear away

[@NataliaTrevinoAmaro]

You got this!!! It’s never too late :)

[@RonjaGoesToUSA]

Go for it!! 🙌🏻

[@edwardjames5156]

Keep in mind that, like most small businesses, you are not likely to get rich from running a vending machine business. But being your own boss and calling the shots are rewarding in themselves. And if you get enough locations going, vending machines can generate a steady income for you.

[@alexg8460]

Main i have failed in 7 business , i know people who made it on the first try! Guess what? Im on to my 8th and using all the failures in the past as my stepping stones. You havent failed untill you give up 👍🙏!

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Contact me I will tell you how to start it.We are manufacturing company

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I really appreciate how open and transparent you are with your business. Thank you, this is super helpful!!

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[@janicoetzer7811]

wow! This video was so informative and helped me a lot. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom. You are an inspiration!

[@kima.6611]

You gave so many great tips! You were well organized, brief, and to the point. My husband and I started a small business too, Allain Custom Leather, a few months ago. Mainly made to order so we don't have the annoyance of inventory. His pieces can take up to 4 days to complete. He retired last year, so we have a few more years of life experience than you, but as far as everything else you presented in your video, you are miles ahead of us! Starting small in your home is a wonderful idea that can work for so many new entrepreneurs (we have our studio at home too). I started following your channel because I love to sew and wonder what I would be doing now if I had stayed with fashion design in college. In my middle age I am finely getting to do what you are able to do so early in your life.

[@kashishchhabra8262]

Such a useful video. Really thankful!!! ❤️

[@safamohideen8240]

This is a very good video, I feel motivated already. Thanks!

[@nicole4u4eva]

Girl this was such an amazing video! Thank you for making it, it’s very helpful❤️ I am starting out too and I’m struggling with my brother embroidery machine, if you would ever do a video on how you use yours, that would be so helpful! All the love from Ireland❤️

[@CrisZiee]

THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEED RN :D . Thank you so much, I wish I found you at a much earlier time . I checked your pages and website and you are awesome!

[@amina_as1436]

Your amazing. Thanks so much for all the informative tips you’ve mentioned in the video. Keep up the great job. All the best for your future. X.

[@ivanakoledin]

Ugh you have no idea how much I needed this video thank you thank you thank youuuuuu

[@NataliaTrevinoAmaro]

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