We’ve all heard the fashion buzz about plus size clothing, but it can be difficult to know where to begin when you’re just starting out in the fashion industry. The word wholesale scares off many aspiring fashionistas, but with some careful planning and research, plus size wholesale clothing can be your ticket to dominating the runway! Follow these six tips to find the perfect wholesale clothing items for your boutique.
Know your customer
Understanding your customer is essential to finding the right plus size wholesale clothing. There are a few key considerations to keep in mind when buying wholesale plus size clothing: 1) Does the clothing offer a variety of sizes? 2) Is it comfortable? 3) Is it good quality? 4) Does it offer different styles and colors? 5) Can you find fashionable, trendy clothes? 6) How many pieces can be ordered at one time?
Locate quality plus size brands
There are a lot of great brands that sell wholesale plus size clothing, and there are also many ways you can find them. The easiest way to start is by searching online. For example, if you’re looking for wholesale plus size clothing, try typing plus size clothes into Google or another search engine. You’ll be shown a list of sites that sell wholesale plus size clothing–some big retailers and some small boutiques. You’ll also want to check out sites like Shopify or Etsy. These may not offer as large of a selection as some other options, but they still have plenty of stores selling wholesale plus size clothing. Other places to search include Facebook groups and classified ads in your local paper’s classifieds section.
Research plus size wholesale clothing brands
1. Ask friends and family members if they have ever shopped at any of the brands you are considering carrying. If they have, ask them what they liked or disliked about those brands. 2. Research reviews online of these brands to see what other customers think of them. 3. Reach out to some retailers in your area who carry plus size clothing and ask which brands they like or don’t like to work with and why. 4. Consider talking with local plus size bloggers in your area, as they may be able to provide insight into what is working well in their community that you might not know about otherwise 5.
Stay current with fashion trends in plus-size apparel
Trends in plus-size apparel are continually evolving with new brands and designers coming out with new lines every season. Be sure to stay on top of what’s trending by following some of the more popular blogs that specialize in plus size fashion. -Be aware that trends may not always be flattering on all body types and different customers will have varying opinions on which fashions they like best. -Don’t limit your search to only online retailers, there are a number of brick-and-mortar boutiques that offer a large selection of plus size clothing at affordable prices too.
Consider your brand’s identity before buying new clothes
Before you buy clothes, ask yourself: What does my brand stand for? Who is my target demographic? This will help you find a wholesaler that provides clothing that fits both your vision and your customer base. Here are some questions to consider before you dive in: Who is my target customer? What do I want to offer them? How much money am I willing to spend on wholesale clothing each year? Are there any brands of plus size clothing that I would like to carry in my store? Do I have the space or budget for carrying new lines of plus size clothes in addition to what I already carry now?
Have fun!
Consider your customer. If you’re looking for wholesale plus size clothing, it’s a good idea to know who your average customer is. You might want to survey or interview some of your current customers to find out what clothes they like and wear, as well as their sizes and height. Know what you’re looking for. Sure, you could just go onto the website and browse around, but if you have a specific type of clothing in mind (say, dresses), then use their search function. You can also filter by size on a lot of sites so that you don’t get lost in all the different products they carry. Know what prices are fair.