How to Get Your Ideas Made Into Clothes (Starting a Fashion Company Series)

[@gigigirl56]

Thank you for your generosity in sharing this valuable information! I'm hooked!

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@alexanderpons9246]

We live in such exciting times with the internet, to be able to see and hear someone with your level of knowledge its priceless! This is a fantastic break down for someone who is considering entering the Fashion Arena. Yes, many of the steps you mentioned may not apply to all but is good to have an idea of the industry as a whole. Thanks for loving Fashion and for sharing such great knowledge through your wonderful channel Ms. Zoe Hong!

[@sonyalillias8481]

your videos feel like a top quality netflix series, honeslty 😍 i love your work.

[@zoehongteaches]

Please tell Netflix to give me a show. :D

[@36paris]

Agreed!

[@saggygranny6336]

Yes I would the SHIT out of it because you helped me a lot my queen

[@jamtaylor1992]

Auntie Zoe dropping knowledge bombs!! I actually just did my first sample in the actual fabric and made a list of things that need to be changed or amended, such an important step!

[@zoehongteaches]

Good luck with your second sample!

[@Drippin_illustrations]

One of my teachers asked me to follow you on youtube and I am soo hooked now. Don't ever stop making videos and sharing your knowledge bombs!!! And yes teacher, I am taking notes. :)

[@anitajoe4737]

Zoe, I've dreamt of being a fashion designer from a child. I attempted my fashion career some years ago without really doing proper research, etc. That said I didn't do as well as I'd like. Watching your videos have been so incredibly informative that I've decided to try again - this time I can only be successful. Yay!!! Thank you for your consistent hard work! Blessings

[@zoehongteaches]

Good luck!

[@bridgetkane2856]

Do you have a project started? How's it going?

[@shamark9287]

The way you make it sound so clear cut and simple is making me fall more in love with fashion then I already am. Thank you.

[@ShaniaShania]

this video was amazing! i feel like this is the sort of information that people spend weeks/months/years of schooling to get. Thank you so very very much for such concise yet in-depth info! thank youuu

[@starylize]

you're really out here BLESSING us with this info 😫

[@YorgosVu]

This video is going to play on repeat for the entire summer

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@TheCoconutPuff]

My biggest dream is to have my own clothing label for babies and their mamas. I have the clearest visions of what I want to make, and this video is incredible! But when I see all this I doubt myself so much and start to think that I won't be capable of doing this :( Does anyone else feel the same? Or felt the same and did it anyway?

[@vagarwal8675]

No because you didn't done your research properly. You just stick to your thought and didn't thought about market and your target audience.

[@DeneeDubwa]

@thecoconutpuff I do, but videos like these help me get my ideas out of my head. There are so many resources out there girl. For one, you have to believe in yourself! I think you have a great idea, so take that idea and make it real. #don'tloosehope #practiceuntilyougetit , xoxo.

[@noni1699]

TheCoconutPuff I feel the same way. It seems like a lot but if you believe in yourself and in your idea im sure you will be successful. You never know until you try and as hard as it is to start you can talk to somebody who can help you! Keep watching videos or seek help from other resources. Dont give up on your dream! Im sure once you get the hang of doing things you will be so happy you did it.

[@indiee4971]

It doesn’t make me doubt myself I love this video and so happy I found it. Tbh just don’t push yourself let things be the way it supposed to. If u feel great about ur ideas go for it. I see people with different styles being successful all the time. It’s room for anyone of us.

[@DeneeDubwa]

@@indiee4971 I agree with you! But I also believe that you should push yourself, nothing is handed to anyone. "Work hard, and whatever is for you, will be yours." I wish you all the best girl, xoxo.

[@kimlorberbaum6378]

Thank you for being so thorough and precised!... not only this is this is fun to watch but so EDUCATIONAL! you're the best! Appreciate you sharing all your knowledge

[@deseuryderia]

i'm 13 and going into a high school focused on internships, i'm going to do one some place where i can sew things. i just wanna learn a bit of stuff before i jump in.

[@higherground711]

I was listening to your advice. I was mostly enjoying watching you sketch. It's fun to watch you draw and color in your style. 😊

[@RW-du2lw]

Great information, love your videos!

[@zoehongteaches]

Thanks!

[@beverlyramsahai8503]

You are a gem my daughter has natural talent went to fashion school and somewhere lost her drive and is depressed working in retail all this happen because I wasn’t in her life she moved with her dad and step mom to live and I was her muse I’m finally back in her life and want to push her back to her dream and you have given me the best info I could ask for. You are wonderful sharing your knowledge with the world. Thank you so much may God continue to bless you and keep you.

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome and good luck to you and your daughter!

[@helengomez2757]

Wow!! I'm speechless in the form you explained and the best part is, I understood every word you said. You have a way in speaking to people at least in my opinion. I'm just a person that loves to sew and loves to learn much more professionally than just having someone explain what a sewing machine needle is. I'm beginning to design my own clothes now (just for me) because some designs out there, well, do not fit my style unless I'm 20 and a size 0. I'll admit I am what the fashion industry calls large size I'm a 16 and either the fashion industry doesn't care how we look or just wants to poke fun trying to dress us as if the circus just arrived in town with large bright colors, I'm surprised the clown nose and shoes where not included with the outfit. I thank you very much for what you do helping us to understand about fashion, fabrics, etc. I am a subscriber now..YOU INSPIRE ME. Thanks again

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome and thanks for your sweet note!

[@belindawilliams4915]

Hi Helen! I just wanted to say I thought your comment was really cool. I think your perspective is sorely needed in fashion and I think you could achieve a lot of success if you decide to sell your clothes to consumers.

[@helengomez2757]

@@belindawilliams4915 Thank you :)

[@belindawilliams4915]

@@helengomez2757 You are most welcome! ☺

[@yuvan1999]

Good GAWD I didn't realize a single garment could get so many samples!! Here I am complaining about making 2 toiles in college lol Thanks for another amazing and informational video, Zoe!!

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome! Remember, many of those samples are copies of the final sample!

[@emmanullaagoliagbo1975]

This is Ella am 14 year s old I start fashion and design when am 11years , I really appreciate your help and to be honest I love the idea and it helps me a lot 💋😘💋 thank you a lot👌

[@neffinile7870]

Thank you so so much for all your information! My designs have aesthetically increased a lot because of you!

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@krisssdakillerrr7004]

YESSSSSS IM SO INTO THIS SERIES AS IM TRYING TO DO THIS EXACT SAME THING THANK YOUFOR THIS CONTENT!!! 😭❤️

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@lilaalabed2527]

Great video! Thank you so much. I would love more videos on making my own designs/garments. I am a plus size woman who never gets clothing to fit properly. If it fits somewhat well, the color is accentuating the obvious, (and not in a flattering way). I would love to make my own clothing, and clothing for others that flatters and is basically unrestricted.I think your videos could just open up my fashion experience for me. Thank you again.

[@manibidarian]

Zoe, great video as always. How can we decide what size as the base size for a collection? For example I have model, she is size 36EU measurements B/W/H 82-64-90cm. How can I know if I establish my size 36 EU(or US4) based on those measurements, it can fit average customer with size 36? what if the customer has bigger bust but smaller hips? what could be the best reference for deciding the sizing?

[@deborahwolff5651]

Very interesting and informative! The fit is so important! Love the way you draw and render

[@preetisingh-yr8df]

you draws like a master 😍😍

[@YUPING27]

Thank you so much Zoe for making these amazing videos. I learned and gained so much knowledge from you and please never stop making videos. you are #fabulous

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@ameenahsf]

Took a phone use break but came back to some gems! Auntie Zoe is the right name ❤❤❤ you take care of us like family!!

[@zoehongteaches]

[@conradoreyes1097]

Many thank you Zoe for this video, its definitely an essential guide. You shed light to my path... Heaven bless you more.

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@CulinaryGuide]

Thank you. Excellent video, as always.

[@yenha376]

How do you protect your idea while working with a vendor(s) to go through this process of developing your initial concept, samples, and eventually creating the final products to sell?

[@Kanesha]

F

[@anannyagavade5654]

Thank you Zoe! Love to see you sketching. So meditative!!!

[@empadalovers]

Once again Zoe reads my mind Thank you for the content

[@zoehongteaches]

You’re welcome!

[@terrigelbaum8066]

Zoe, you simply don't waste time. No bull....Just solid information and NO REPEATING yourself ,which makes me crazy. Have fun today.

[@zoehongteaches]

I edit harshly. My videos are long enough. hahahaha~

[@terrigelbaum8066]

@@zoehongteaches Yes, but they hold your attention. They can be slightly compelling . It's good.. I kick myself when I've spent 20mins watching your vid when I should be working.

[@susaneliascouture]

This is very thorough video, good job!

[@eglemark3901]

I love the way you draw🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼

[@MrBHallion]

Thanks Zoe. Watched it while diligently taking notes(I almost transcribed it 🤣). Single time is not enough, I'll watch it one more time. Thanks and cheers

[@yasmeenelsarky9916]

I can’t concentrate on the info you’re saying cause I am taken away from the smoothness of your illustration!! I think I will watch this video twice then :) I love your videos. Plz keep ur promise and come back June. I am literally binge watching the 38 million videos u did 😄

[@Serilebwoo]

I am going to watch this video 100 times so helpful and motivating!! Thank you

[@lesliejones873]

Your an angel...thanks a million...i have a long way to go...this was overwhelming... but i am determined to get it done...

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome and good luck!

[@beautyexpertlina]

Thanks Zoe for this informative video... I’m so excited to get started! I have a question on size run. As you mentioned we will need to work on the middle size, if I’m planning to launch “M,L,XL & XXL” what would be the middle size? L or XL? Thank you😊

[@taylorpascuzzo8009]

This is incredible! Thank you Zoe!

[@unreeel2105]

Enjoying your educational videos.

[@user-wk5ws8iv4e]

I loved this video, I learnt a lot in 18 minutes and i understood it all, i go to a fashion college and although i learn a lot this is exactly what I’ve wanted to be taught and here i found it on KZbin, thank you so much for this

[@thewalkingdude9962]

Are you still studying fashion.?

[@user-wk5ws8iv4e]

Gumdur yes

[@thewalkingdude9962]

mal. 1989 can I see your portfolio or designs if it’s okey. Email me at [e-mail]

[@ayahjojo8208]

I love fashion design a lot and I found this video really helpful! ...I do have a lot of ideas and drawings but I don't really know how to sew. and in the state I live in, there are no colleges that have fashion design.

[@ClairandHerImaginaryCat]

Just watching Zoe draw bodies is so relaxing

[@CandaceJordan00]

Omg!!!! Thank you so much for this video!!! This is exactly what I needed❤❤

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@TheJulianita26]

Hey Zoe!! I'm really thakfull for all yor teaching, is very complete, and easy to understand..keep it up! greeting from Spain

[@NovaSMHeilmann]

Watching your videos is like having a therapy session 😍

[@PetDKK]

Thank you so much! I love your humour as well 🥰🥰

[@jaquanpendelton4757]

Wayyyy better than the guys on the internet

[@shahadbatouk309]

Zoe Senpaaai Thank yoooou for your generosity and kindness! You're helping designers all over shape their dreams one video at a time😂♥️♥️♥️I just need to ask you please, the made to order process, mostly in evening gowns, can you enlighten us with that too please. Many hugs and lots of love from Saudi Arabia♥️♥️♥️

[@zoehongteaches]

It's not that different. Every designer has different skills so you build your career emphasizing your skills. You don't need to order the fabric in advance. You don't make samples, you make the gown. You should still create a tech pack to organize yourself and communicate with your client.

[@shahadbatouk309]

Zoe Hong Thank you! I'm still kinda trying to figure out lots of other crap, my aim is to start an evening gown boutique, and your videos are helping a bunch, but I guess there are some hills I will have to trot by myself and I'm so looking forward to it. Once again shokran🙏 (Thank you in my language😁💛)

[@odysseusstudio5187]

This is the one I've been waiting for

[@dinorahhenriquez7295]

Thanks.....For all the knowledge and exp you share with us..😍

[@culinaryguide4457]

Another amazing video! Thank you.

Este video me abrio los ojos, mil gracias por tu apoyo y por compartir tu conocimiento. abrazos!

Mi sueño es tener mi propia linea de diseños :D

[@debbiegroves2649]

Thank you for your video - I have a question, if someone hires me to draft a pattern and sew up a sample for them, what should they give to me to start the process ?

[@axelTvchannel]

Zoe: starts writing in marker with giant letters Me: ish is going to get real in the video

[@zoehongteaches]

Hahahahahahaha *serious teacher mode

[@ek7862]

Thank you for the great and very informative video!!

[@nooralhaddad381]

Love your videos 💕 I’m learning a lot Keep it up 👍🏽

[@alessiaoggiano4730]

thank you for all your share, you are great!

[@shirleysaidsew1969]

Amazing video!!

[@Wildflower922]

You are freaking awesome. Thank you!!

[@shannanmd]

Hi Zoe, I'm very grateful for the videos and I've been watching for a while. I wanted to know if I physically create my pattern on paper but am working with a manufacturer in a different country, how do I effeciently share that pattern?

[@zoehongteaches]

Make a copy and mail it over. Keep the original.

[@shannanmd]

@@zoehongteaches thank you for replying!

[@f-log8718]

super helpful! thank you!

[@harperperri4649]

I watch your videos religiously

[@praycations17]

Zoe you are awesome!!! Thanks for the video 🤗

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@tbb7406]

I have alot of design ideas.. but i cant draw is that a big set back in the industry?

[@floralindo9465]

Wow i love your videos

[@mayadestyle]

Thanks for video Zoe could you do one on process of Made to order manufacturing how does that process work?

[@poojasuresh5720]

Hi Zoe, What would you say is the time required to be production ready once your initial sketches are completed? Meaning, no tech packs, flat sketches, patterns etc. I guess what I'm asking is how long does it take to develop the designs?

[@zoehongteaches]

That varies hugely, depending on how many people are working on one collection, how much time can be devoted to it, if you're geographically close to everyone you work with, it goes faster, etc etc etc

[@zoehongteaches]

Also depends on what kinds of garments you're developing, if you're working on new technology, very unconventional designs (it takes no time to make a tshirt, for example), how hard it is to source materials, etc

[@poojasuresh5720]

@@zoehongteaches Thank you for your response Zoe! I'm an entrepreneur interested in Fashion and I have a few coat designs that I am trying to bring to life. I have been binge watching your very informative videos and they have been very helpful. The reason for my question is, I have been talking to product development and production houses to outsource the process and I have been getting a mixed bag of answers. Some say it takes a whole year and some are able to develop and produce in 2-3 months. Its safe to assume that they are all almost at the same capacity. Its quite confusing to determine if the timeline (I have set for myself to launch this) is viable or not!

[@zoehongteaches]

Ask the people why it takes a whole year. That's a long time. Or ask the people taking 2-3 months what guarantee they have of that time frame. Sounds like they're overpromising. In situations like this, they're also thinking about how mnay people they employ and how many projects they're working on right now. Ask them more questions.

[@poojasuresh5720]

@@zoehongteaches I will make sure to ask how they determine their timelines and do my due diligence. Thanks for responding! :)

[@soidee]

Hi Zoe! Again thanks for sharing all this valuable content. I have a question if you could answer it I would be really grateful: from where are taken the measurements placed on the tech packs: designer's imagination/will/taste/desire, a basic garment, the block, all of the above? Thanks again and have a happy week!

[@zoehongteaches]

Your fit is your fit. You develop a fit that works for your customer. You can measure a garment you think really fits well to get started or pick up one of the spec books I recommend in my tech pack series. They books are also listed in my How to Become a Fashion Designer description box.

[@soidee]

@@zoehongteaches OK! THANKS VERY MUCH for your answer. Have a nice day!

[@lilyugginsay2360]

Thank you this helped out a lot!!!!!!😌

[@miss_anonymousx4975]

I don’t wanna have a fashion business Im tired of trying to find clothes that I like that fit me that aren’t expensive this video helped

[@kissfacility]

your the best wow we stan

[@mamtasaharan2768]

Hey Zoe, great video with lots of information. I recently completed my Ph.D with specialisation in Apparel and Textile Science from India. Now I’m in Oxford, Ohio. So where I start my career here? I’m on J2 Visa type, so I need Visa sponsorship.

[@kimmie_90210]

Thank you so much for this video! But do you by chance have any advice and/or videos for ppl that ARE looking to make just one off, private client stuff??

[@zoehongteaches]

The most important thing is to have an agreement in advance that they have to pay for materials and materials cost is separate from your labor costs. When you quote someone, tell them "a bathing suit is $X + cost of materials."

[@designercate]

Hey Zoey, great video! ♥ What paint did you use?👀

[@ssangbuecom3115]

What kind of drawing are you using

[@manalosama5433]

If this is my first time to do a collection,how many copies should I do for each design?I’m kinda confused with marketing part + can I just deal with 1 tailor to do the whole collection for me because it’s quite difficult to deal with acompany as a beginner..

[@priyasingh8612]

Great info . I already own a custom made fashion house (fashion boutique ) , I also give clothes on RENT I make garments out of cut pieces and now I want to open my own clothing line . Its a slow fashion clothing category . Its versatile and one size fits all category and made on order (as I don't want to waste fabric or buy bulk fabric ) . But I am confused about how to reach to right people? My target customer is everyone who wants to save planet and stay fashionable and loved mix and match .I will be using youtube and insta and all other channels but how do I really reach people and sell ?

[@shanice8518]

I learned something new today!

[@zoehongteaches]

Good!

[@alexiakawa5040]

Why would you order a sample in medium if you're not a size medium? Wouldn't it make sense to get a sample in your size so you can feel how it fits? Who's going to test your sample to make sure its not itchy or something

[@fionaseoh367]

Would you be open to making a video on how you can individually get a garment made? Best practices of sourcing a Master Tailor, materials and fittings…etc? I am petite 5’1” and am interested in getting a dress made (not wedding dress)

[@irfanzahid4643]

love love love love and peace upon you Zoe....

[@zoehongteaches]

[@michellechongo6128]

Hi Zoe. In practice is there a difference between a Fashion Designer and a Fashion Illustrator? Thanks

[@zoehongteaches]

Illustrators draw things so people can appreciate the illustrations. Designers sketch stuff so they can get clothes made.

[@michellechongo6128]

@@zoehongteaches Thank you ❤❤❤🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Nolongeruse930]

What was that pencil at 3:51?

[@sophiarosecoffey]

Incredibly endearing when you started laughing

[@allishagreen4385]

#2 love your channel thanks again for another great video

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@Alona86]

Doing inventory for stores like Bloomingdales and Bergdorf Goodman lets me see samples.

[@diamonds32786]

Heyyyy Zoe!!! Thank you my love!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@Kanesha]

How do you own the pattern?

[@zoehongteaches]

You pay for the patternmaking development labor.

[@rabsrabs5827]

Zoe, this is unrelated but I need your opinion. I'm asking this because you're a teacher and I've seen that you review other designers' work in some of your videos. Here's my question: How much influence should a mentor have on a designers work? My mentor and I didn't see eye-to-eye recently. I took 75% of her advice and want to know if I'm making a grave mistake by not taking it 110% Please help me.

[@sajidahmed3852]

Not an expert but if you're a designer your design should be 100% what you wanted to create, obviously as a mentor they're trying to help you but they're humans too with their own appeals and aesthetic. Try to take the good advice but also don't compromise your creations just because someone else doesn't like it.

[@rabsrabs5827]

@@sajidahmed3852 Thanks. I needed to hear that

[@faithwalk6858]

Zoe ... have you ever produce a video on how to start a Made to Measure company and if not ... will it be possible for you to produce video on Made to Measure business...

[@ScarlettMichel]

How important is a tech pack if you have your pattern and made yourself a sample with the fabric youd like to use. I guess im asking do you need a tech pack if you have made a sample and have the pattern you can provide to a manufacturer?

[@zoehongteaches]

Yeah, you need to explain the process to your manufacturer, and info you can't get from just the garment. For example, a list of all the materials and colors you used, including official names used from which specific vendor, the exact measurements you want in the finished garment. Tech packs are almost like contracts/agreements you make with your manufacturer. Samples of course are very helpful.

[@xxissamexx]

LOVE THIS!!! 0:05 HELL YEAHH

[@xxissamexx]

wait too many samples :00000

[@xxissamexx]

looks like I have homework to do! And also, those sketches are amazing!! I hope to be that good!

[@zoehongteaches]

Thanks!

[@letstalkrealtalkwithcheryl3847]

What company can I use in my designs off could you please help me I'm starting off a clothing line

[@anom3897]

So informative thanks!

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@ty88]

I like when you end a sentence with "gney"

[@shelbyparkinson1785]

I needs a video on how to protect my designs

[@aronneri6389]

Thank you so much