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Innovative Growth Strategies for Small and Mid-Sized Fashion Businesses
Redefining Innovation in Fashion
Innovation isn’t only about adopting new tech — it’s also about creating smarter systems that make creativity profitable.
Circular design: Build re-use and resale into your collections.
Digital craftsmanship: Use 3D prototyping to cut costs and waste.
Localized manufacturing: Create smaller, faster production cycles.
Inclusive design: Serve broader audiences through better fit and representation.
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Want to learn how to get into New York Fashion Week?
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Want to Learn Earth Friendly Fabric Dying Techniques?
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What Are Our Top 10 Favorite American Made Fashion Brands?
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What Does it Take to be a successful Fashion Merchandiser?
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June is Pride Month-Are you aware of “Rainbow Washing”?
By Contributing Writer, Ayla David: LIM student and IFD Intern June is Pride month! Pride started in the 1970s after the Stonewall Riots...
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