The Reality of Running a Fashion Clothing Business Today | Kim Dave

[@KimDave]

In this Q&A I answer your questions related to the reality of running a fashion business today. If you have any more questions, please share down below.

[@confidencendlela1454]

Thank you for always updating and inspiring upcoming fashion designers.I love your top.May you please do a tutorial on that kind of blouse.Thank you

[@mercyadiomamore9288]

Pls ma.... How do I know d measurements to use wen making a ready-to-wear dress?

[@pelmz_clothier]

Good evening ma'am.....thank you very much for your tutorials and support.....more blessing......please my question goes thus (more like an advise tho or let me say your opinion). I work in a bank and I have this vision of starting my fashion business esp on ready-made wears, I plan to get a 2 bedroom self contain before the year runs out and use a room as my workspace and the other as my basic room, plus I still want to go back schooling also cause I only have my OND. Tho I've not gotten the capital to start cause I just got the job in less than 6 month and I'm still putting myself together. Now the question is how do you think I can balance this?...... Most times, I close late at work and on getting home I'll be too tiref to eat sefbcause of stress.....and you know in Nigeria now, it's not advisable yo leave job bcos of anything, not especially when a lot of people depend on you......please I really need your advise......is there any way you think this could be balanced?...... I'm just 21 and I have so much interest in this field fashion.....it's my hubby and I don't get bored doing it.....even times when I'm not paid.....I still do my best..... I hope to hear from you soon. Your favorite fan🥰🥰, Mary Oluwapelumi. Thank you

[@cynthiamaurice630]

Hi Kim Dave, U are really a teacher. I would like a recommendation of a simple electric Machine I can use for a start.

[@kamogeloconfidence2208]

In 5 years I see myself touching lives through business, I will ensure that I use my business to provide resources to my community for the young generation who are passionate about fashion. Because having grown up in rural area showed me that there are so many youngsters who are capable but lack of resources and opportunities hinder them from achieving their goals.

[@showup_nompi]

When I bought my sewing machine, I could not even stitch straight. Its channels like yours that taught me how to sew. Your channel gave me the confidence to create my own patterns and start my clothing business despite the fear of failure. Thank you!

[@peggyr9623]

Congrats on your bravery! It's not easy starting a business and in this pandemic, even harder to keep your thinking positively, but you have found the way!

[@jessicaimoni5230]

In 5 years, i see my business very established in the republic of Ireland and Africa. I see myself working with fashion designers as yourself, and more. I see my brand catering for the fashion needs of women from all works of life. I'm just about to kick start my business and i know your fashion kit will be a major impact in this process. Thank you

[@Lasheychanel]

Hello Kim, thank you so much for your lovely videos always very informative and helpful. So in 5 years, I see my self having my own boutique here in my local community with my designs and above all running a charity that supports other talented young people who are passionate about fashion from my home country Zimbabwe that’s the ultimate goal. Thank you

[@MazinoFashions]

I am just one year in sewing and making dresses, it was an exhilarating experience for me and this year, I got my sewing machine which gave me a sense of belonging to this fashion industry. In the next five years, I see myself become one of the experts in this field. But I'll say, I am currently in the learning phase to reach this goal, right now I am all about making the best of now for a better five years time.

[@makeslowly5350]

Thank you so much for all your creative, patient and detailed videos. I can't put into words how helpful they have been and how much more confident I feel having your videos nearby for guidance. Possibly the best sewing videos I have seen, done by a very genuine and masterful woman! Thank you!

[@thabangkgatle59]

In terms of my personal life i see myself graduated from my law degree and living in my own apartment. When coming to my business, i see a creative and effective KZbin channel and a fashion business with happy customers!

[@hopeadeyemi5325]

Very interesting, I love your video. I'm already done with fashion school and already in sewing for people and I wish to grow bigger and grounded. Thanks so much ma and more strength

[@kaylajoyner887]

This way a great great help to me!! From talking about sustainability and making your brand more attractive in the times we are dealing with ( covid/loungewear). Thank you so much!!

[@pelmz_clothier]

In the next five years, I'll be done schooling and I will be fully grounded in my fashion business. Thank you for all you do. God bless you

[@aaryadoshi537]

In 5 years, I see myself happily pursuing my passion, and feeling like I am making a difference in the world. Whether it be making enough money to donate, or just helping people through my business. Through fashion, I have always been able to bring joy to people and help them feel beautiful and confident. I hope that I can always do that.

[@Stitchadress]

I learnt a lot from this video. It's really insightful and you are glowing!

[@daphnemefi]

Thank you for all the advice 😊 In the next five years, I see my business as an a big online mommy and baby fashion store, pray this happens 🙌🏾

[@Esther_ola]

Really loved this video❤️ In 5 years I’d be graduating from school, I see myself finally settling down and taking bold steps in expanding my business. I’d probably be looking forward to a shop where I’d sell clothing materials and also make clothes.😊

[@themarshmallow8804]

Thank you so much for this video just what I needed. In 5 years I see myself making at least 10 times what I make now, having gone to fashion school ,as I currently have no training whatsoever and launching my own ready to wear line.

[@jamellahsiika6432]

Thank you for the continued incite you give us young and learning designers! As a Kenyan American, a fashion business is not something I thought was capable for me. It's not until recently I decided to bet on myself. In the next 5 years I hope to have a fully established brand and loyal customer base. It's not about the sales for me, its more about being able to empower and dress other women and make them feel beautiful. In 5 years I hope to have solved a problem and void in the market place when it comes to size inclusivity as well as more black female representation. I plan to run a successful e-commerce platform as well as grow my community on instagram. That is my goal.

[@sharonata3674]

In 5 years I would love to have a mama and kiddies brand... but for now I am still perfecting my skills.Thanks for your insightful video ❤️

[@SewphiliaStudio]

I love your videos and they have helped me make several sewing projects from start to finish and they also inspired me to start sharing my sewing makes as well. In five years time, I hope to have built a well-established fashion brand that is making a profit, so that I can help support black women and organisations that I am passionate about. The business is currently in the pipelines, I really want to start one because I do not want to regret not doing so. But to be honest, it is just in its ideas stage, and I know execution is what matters. I am working on that. I know that your business plan kit will greatly help me get started.

[@giftedmokaba942]

And the jacket u r wearing must be next please

[@ashleywilliams4149]

Yes, please, please do this jacket, pretty please.

[@znycelondon5313]

Check her link.....it has the jacket listed!

[@lyndurro]

In five years I see myself opening an running a thriving fashion business for womenswear. My plan is to do this with my creativity and God’s grace. I want the establish a fashionable Christian clothing line. I am thankful for all your videos.

[@marieelias8947]

I really really loved the video, I just received my sewing certificate right before the lockdown, and I am now working on my pattern making as well as sketching. I have learnt quite a few techniques, and your videos have have helped (thank you for that 😍) in five years I see my fashion brand doing really well if I continue with this passion. I agree with you KZbin university, google university and many other online universities have enough tools to get you started 😀

[@ruthemmanuel9971]

I see my brand (Ruth Stitches) in the next five years on a level where people can come into my stores to pick one or two cloth.I see my brand launching into ready to wear

[@theifeomaokafor]

It was a really insightful video. In five years, I see myself growing into the path I have set for myself as a designer. I hope to have graduated with a BSc in Fashion Design and be intentional about having a fashion brand of international standard, just like yours. In five years, I hope to have a thriving brand that caters to most aspects of fashion design. ❤️

[@Kemafrik]

Nice one as always. There are no ready to wear brands in Benin city where I live, in the next 5 years I see Kemafrik becoming a top ready to wear brand first in Edo state, and in nigeria with a training center to empower young people and reduce the rate of unemployment.

[@KimDave]

👏👏👏 I did my secondary school I Benin city and my first degree at UNIBEN so that’ll be so amazing 👌

[@Kemafrik]

@@KimDave wow...nice to know. I live in dentistry quarters, so, I'm really close to uniben

[@mercyadiomamore9288]

U are very right about d possibility of learning online. I am a living testimony. Thanks for all d information, it was really helpful

[@elizabethgombera5583]

The Jacket you are wearing next tutorial please. You are so helpful. Thanks.

[@massymgbydiom5129]

Thank you Kim! I'm actually going at all the online universities you mentioned 😂 I'm learning so much from you.

[@KimDave]

My dear, they've been of great help to me as well I wouldn't lie.

[@ayicheshtesfaye6067]

You are best &best desingner thank you so much kim you now what ? Your beautiful !!!

[@GraceFidel]

Thanks hun , there is always much to learn from you.

[@KimDave]

You are so welcome

[@biancan8750]

I really love this video. Its really insightful especially for me since am a final year fashion design student thinking of starting my own fashion business. Your videos on KZbin videos have been God sent since they help me hack through all my sewing projects. 5 years from now I see myself having done my master's and PhD in fashion and running my own business successfully so help me God. On that note I would like to ask about how to enrol for a master's scholarship studying fashion in UK and the universities to enrol to.

[@oljaderr]

In 5 years I want and will be self employed besides my baby girl in my belly (I really don't want to work for someone else if it is not necessary). Just earn that much money that I can pay my bills and live a good life. The main part will be that I show interested people how to sew and upcycle. And sell sustainable and good quality clothes besides that.❤️😊

[@marymugure5736]

Good advice tutorial of the jacket wearing

[@oluwaseyifaromoju5814]

I see myself as a big brand name which will be known all over the world and also influence the world positively through fashion

[@laporshuahill]

In 5 years from now I see myself the owner of my own boutique and business via social media. Having more in house and out house model's for my clothes of different sizes. 🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@KimDave]

Amen to this girl 👏👏👏

[@flowersarefun817]

Hey Kim! Great video. In 5 years I want to have started a indie pattern company. I feel like my skills aren’t there yet but I have so many great design sketches and just want to bring them alive. I love that you got so many questions about sustainability as I want to really make that a central part of my business. Can you do a video on getting custom fabric for your designs? Like the process of it and how you sourced it. So much love- from the US!

[@KimDave]

Thank you Tatianna for your comment. I’m sure you will continue to improve in all he related areas to start your indie pattern company. There are several companies online that can print custom fabrics. I don’t know of any in the US but I’m sure you will find some options when you do research online

[@toroabasiumoidem4452]

Kim, you always go an extra mile in doing what you know best. You will really excel in life. Please keep it up 👍 you sure look good in that outfit and hairdo.

[@KimDave]

Thank you for the warm compliment

[@madamflames]

I see my business being a sustainable business. With atleast 4/5 permanent employees and a working towards going retail..

[@LAT.]

In five years i see my business where yours is but maybe like 1 or 2 years later😊.

[@SunskritiSingh]

In five years, I’ll be 23 and I will have started my own sustainable fashion line. I hope to win this giveaway as I love your patterns and adding this one will be a great addition to all the patterns I have previously made using your tutorials.

[@fefemtshokotsha3013]

Thank you so much Priscilla (KimDave). I would like to see myself in the next 5 years.Having an established township based Fashion brand.A brand that will uplift my community.A brand that will bring the world to my community.I believe Africa must stop going to the world for inspiration but the world has to come to Africa.Africa must own their economy,ideas etc.And that will take one store at a time.

[@BashyDaisy]

In 5 years I hope to expand my black owned and operated business @bashycouture from a custom made service to include a size inclusive collection. As a plus size designer I feel the importance in making well made pieces that suit all body types. I see myself working with a manufacturer and having a storefront to enhance a customers experience in tackling their specific body issues and enhance their natural beauty. Bashy Couture will be a household name, I claim it!!

[@ramatunaaokaikorokyne9218]

Your top is 🔥🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍 love it ❤️💯

[@KimDave]

thank you

[@TheFashionWHT]

Where I see my company in five years: I definitely have a pop up/brick-and-mortar that acts as my studio and I hope I change the face of sustainable fashion and consignment/thrift shopping. I’ll have an upcycled brand and making really interesting pieces. But most importantly: I’ll have workers and an assistant 🤣🤣🤣 (tired of doing EVERYTHING myself lol)

[@rumbidzaidimba9911]

so educative thanks love

[@DYTHOME]

Thank you very much for yr explaination. Do teach people who need to know about sewing?

[@otuwhoudhedhe629]

In five years time, I want to be a great fashion designer, own a clothing line and a great KZbin channel

[@Vyeeoduwa]

Wow.. Five years, that's a long time from now, well I'll be 22 five years from now, and in my personality, I see growth in all aspect, in my thinking, level of maturity, self discipline, hard work, growth physically, emotionally and most importantly spiritually. I would be so developed to that extent where I would have a heart filled with so much gratitude and an overly kind one at that, and then also getting a car (😁 always been in my agenda at 22) While business wise, I would have graduated with a BA Hons in Fashion Design and start working towards my other dream career of becoming a Fashion Stylist; because besides my love for designing and constructing garment; I've also discovered an hidden love for styling, I'm just drawn to not only making garments for people but also helping them make choice that would fit their own unique body shape. And of course establishing a Brand that offers both services, And with the help of God, Faith in him and hope, I will work hard and even harder to achieve all these said here. Thank you #Kim Dave for being a source of inspiration to not just me, but others too #you are greatly loved

[@PSALMSOFSONGS]

Do you have a tutorial for this jacket blouse?

[@adegbiteadepeju4385]

In the next 5 years, I see myself owing a fashion business where I make ready to wear with my brand name. And I'm ready to work towards it

[@bomyoh]

Hey Kim, loved your Video - very informative. Quick one, please advise with regards to how many garments can I make when I am starting out and what sizes ? I don’t want to make a lot and they don’t sell ... how does one find that balance ? Thanking you in advance ❤️ love from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@iamfahhnea]

Yeeeee!!! I voted for Kdivas 💃🏽💃🏽

[@ShannonRayniece]

Within the next 5 years, I would like to go from custom to selling my own designs. I would not say mass production because I would like to keep it exclusive

[@mcfashion9385]

Wao Kimdave you are really good and talented I must confess. Your channel has helped me alot. May God bless you more🙏

[@KimDave]

Glad to hear that. God bless you too

[@adarianwat4841]

In five years: I see myself owning my own shop selling materials and also have a sewing/crafting classes or school. To help my community and people that cant afford these expensive schools

[@charlotteatsivon1679]

Cc Kim i dont speak englesh but today i speach, i love everything you do thanks for all, i m togoleese

[@Julesadafor]

You look so nice and this video was really helpful. Thank you

[@KimDave]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vlisidyrare3714]

Great video ❤❤❤

[@AelizStylz]

Thanks so much ma'am

[@sylviaemejuru1956]

😐I voted for Kim Fam. 🤗I love the Sustainable part.

[@itsbrachabless]

In five years my business will grow (even though I don't have one right now) and i will help kids in Africa that they are beautiful just the way they are.I by then i will be patient enough because if i am not patient i will not succeed so (the 12 year old girl)

[@oluwaseunodofin7401]

Hello Kim Dave... thanks so much for the information in this video, my question is this; what fabric manufacturers/wholesaler would you recommend for a startup clothing line most especially for silk satin fabrics.

[@beistella5363]

Love your top...it should be our next project

[@KimDave]

Thanks Stella

[@valdineideferreira339]

Hi Priscila!

[@pricillaamoah9793]

Hello,hope all is well please. My question is,"how early should one start a fashion business and why"? My second question is how can one deal with criticism from clients please. Thank you.

[@KimDave]

When you are ready to start, go for it. Make sure you have planned appropriately and consider all the parts(marketing, production, selling, online store, social media, handling refunds) all of it. A lot of work goes into starting and managing a fashion business outside of just making the clothes

[@janeo3057]

Good day Kim Dave. I opened my business(Sentire) last year and sometimes I feel really down because my designs are not coming through or something. It was and is still challenging. I wanna try the mentorship thing maybe that’s what I need, but I don’t know how to. I don’t know people who can mentor me, Please I need your help🙏🏾

[@cabinfeverremedy5636]

Somebody's question is 'does race still matter' and I nearly fainted.

[@gracer130]

Yesss KDivas

[@ashleywilliams4149]

This jacket! Please say this will be an upcoming tutorial. You could just make a pay course online for the people to support you with their dollars.

[@KimDave]

Sorry hun. This wrap blouse is part of my collection for sale. I do have digital products on my store as well and will keep adding more with time

[@rahfaelsbola741]

Hi Kim, please can you do a fashion schools in the UK recommendations video please

[@KimDave]

I will keep your request in mind for the future

[@rahfaelsbola741]

@@KimDave thank you

[@RemiJunaid]

Lol, in the UK, it is subtle racism 😂, and after watching your video on upcycling scrap fabric, I’ve been keeping my scrap fabrics (even thread) and I’m even considering making a bean bag 😂 I know I’m being ambitious 😂

[@KimDave]

My dear it's so true, but changes are happening and I'm here for it. I'm glad you're taking fabric upcycling serious too, I will be making a fabric scrap rug soon myself. So excited! I'm sure you can make a bean bag.

[@minahtalks]

Well.... by the grace of God, in give years time, I would like to have my own website for my fashion business which would include an online store, blog, podcasts, etc. Aside that I intend to create a youtube channel which be all about inspiration. This is because of what I faced as the only black female in my class. My teacher used to blame me for other people's faults and judge and sideline as me an eight yr old kid because of my religion too. That's why I want to inspire others through my words of encouragement. Even my teacher that was supposed to teach me fashion designing saw that I had many qualities and instead turned me to a servant. But now as a young teen, I have my sewing machine and fabric, and guesd what, I learnt how to make clothes perfectly, even to sell, because of that people mistake me for my mum's younger sister since I'm tall and matured too. I also learned how to knit on my own. Even I still ask my self, how did I learn how to knit without anybody teaching me?? See God is wonderful. I just wanted to tell you a bit about me.

[@eilenwandia]

You look nice 🤗🤗🤗🤗 the lipstick is on point and the top is on fire 🥵🥵🥵 In five years,I see myself with a masters degree...lecturing a freshman fashion class and telling them how I came to love fashion....telling them my top 3 designers:kim dave,coorlipa and daniela tabois and asking them to subscribe to their channels.... I see myself on the Miss Universe stage as the first psoriasis warrior and the first contestant to ever compete in her own designs from the swim suit wear to evening wear.... I see my fashion business coming to a reality,Que-huba designs (still a work in progress)....I see myself offering attatchment and internships to young and upcoming designers But most importantly,I see a family,a functional family (something I have been denied for my whole life)...I see me as a God-fearing mother,a wife,a sister,a daughter,an auntie and a healthy human being who is respectful,caring,humble and appreciative of others and their roles in the community at large.... Yeah,thats where I see myself in 5 yrs

[@KimDave]

Thanks girl for the love. You always speak the kindest uplifting words ^.^ I pray your desires & aspirations come to past!

[@KimDave]

Congratulations girl. You’re the winner for this giveaway! Please email [e-mail] to receive your prize

[@eilenwandia]

@@KimDave thank you sooooo very much 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 be blessed babie girl 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@oe8283]

What kind of sleeve that is you have on?

[@jays3349]

Am waiting

[@mercyadiomamore9288]

Pls ma. I will like to ask a question, I don't know if dis is d right place to. How do I know d measurements to use wen making a ready-to-wear dress?

[@KimDave]

I have a video showing how to take measurements on the channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYixXp57ftp8hrc

[@mercyadiomamore9288]

Oh! Sure.there I go🥂

[@bellaadoraa]

I was trying to order something from your shop but my country is not in the optionlist! Do you ship to the Netherlands?

[@KimDave]

Thank you for drawing this to my attention. Netherlands has been added to the shipping zones now.

[@lizet3more]

Your top loveeeeeeeeee it, did you make it?

[@KimDave]

Yes it's part of my second collection fabrics.kimdave.com/collections/the-festival-collection/products/ukodoblouse

[@lizet3more]

@@KimDave its beautiful thank you

[@RemiJunaid]

Awwwwn I voted for Kim fam 😢. Time to settle in and watch 💃🏽

[@graceokeowo4870]

Wow!! Thanks for the class

[@clarissaya4592]

I see my self opening a fashion store

[@lizawyk9450]

Thank you for another amazing video. Your openness is worthy of emulation. In 5 years, I would have an online fast growing women apparel label with average turnover of 100,000 pounds per annum. I would be leading a diversified team who share a common goal of boosting the confidence level of women by making quality, well-fitted and beautiful attires easily accessible to them. I would be a fast rising world class designer, redefining the fashion space.

[@chelseaobiora9297]

❤️❤️

[@charlotteatsivon1679]

You are beautiful

[@charlottepetrucci8328]

Great video 😊