British Fashion Design

This study of the careers of young British fashion designers could not have happened without the co-operation and help of a substantial number of people in the industry, in fashion education and in fashion journalism. I would particularly like to thank Darlajane Gilroy, Pam Hogg, Barbara Sonnentag and Tracy Mulligan for their time and for the way they each seemed to know instinctively the kind of issues I was interested ub talking to them about. In fashion education I would like to strike a chord which helped me formulate the project as a whole. From the fashion media I would also like to express my gratitude to Glenda Bailey, Sheryl Garrett and Edward Enningful, all three also seemed to have their finger on the pulse I was keen to find. Thanks also to Anna Cockburn for her time, to Paul Davies for bringing to bear all his contacts and networks in helping me to pursue this study, to my other Thames Valley University ex-students including Jasarat Rana and Alev Adil, and to the library staff at Central St Martins for allowing me to work in their library, a crowded place which never fails however to produce what Raymond Williams described as 'delight in work'. This effect of enjoyment has also been produced with the background input of the writing and ideas of, amongst others, Judith Butler, Dick Hebdige ---so, indirectly, thanks also them.

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How To Start Your Own Business Wholesale Cufflink

The best time to get your office organized is right now, before you even start your business.

It makes your productively so much more efficient when things are organized. So I encourage you to get in the habit and start now.

The directory lists only one vendor per page. The reason is so that all orders and notes pertaining to that vendor can be recorded easily. It has a space for who you talked to at that company.

There is also a chart where you can list your orders with each vendor. How you paid for the order, and when it was received. Plus any special notes that you will find helpful. There is also a Master Copy included, that you can photo copy and continue the process once you fill the original chart. As time goes on, these charts will prove very valuable to you for comparing costs, not only for products but also for shipping costs, delays, back orders, how returns are handled, etc. But only if you take the time to fill them out.



File folders will also prove to be very helpful. Make a folder for each vendor and put your invoices into each one. Although most of these vendors are listed on the internet and have a website, some of them may also have a print catalog. If they do have a catalog, I encourage you to order one. These catalogs are useful in comparing products and you can do that while enjoying the fresh outdoors. No need to stay inside on those wonderful days.



After all, you are now your own boss and can do as you like. Put these catalogs into each folder as well.

This is also a good time to decide if any outsourcing will be done.

If you don’t like to do something, and you find that you put it on the back burner and it never gets done, those are the things to outsource. Maybe it’s taxes. Get an accountant to do that. Maybe it’s web design. Although that can be outsourced as well, you will benefit if you get some knowledge in how your website is set-up and how to make changes on it.


Having a separate checking account for your business is a good idea. Do it right from the start. If you are planning on using a credit or debit card, try to only use one. It makes keeping track of finances so much easier.

Also, be sure to follow all guidelines for resale numbers, business licenses, etc. Run your business like a professional.

Most of your shipping supplies can be obtained right from the post office. When shipping an order to your customer, putting a delivery confirmation on the box will insure that your package is tracked, right up to delivery.



Be sure to use insurance when shipping breakable products. Even with packaging well, breakage may occur. Follow through with your customer to remedy the situation and your customer will be happy with your "service after the sale". A happy life-long customer is an asset to your business.



Sending updates to your customers, directing them back to your web-site on new arrivals, special offers, close-outs and upcoming holidays, will increase your bottom line. Make a habit of marketing your business. Set aside some time each week to think about advertising your business. Then do it.



To be successful, you need customers. Happy customers will spread the word about your business. Have a link on your website that they can send an announcement to a friend saying, "I thought you would like this site". Wholesale Fashion Cufflink

Where do you find cuff links?

From http://www.l-w.cc/blog/where-do-you-find-cuff-links.html

A majority of those in the"Collector"category are attracted by the fun they derive from searching for cuff links at flea markets,garage sales,and antique malls.This includes the"high"that they gain from buying a pair of unusual or valuable cuff links for just a fraction of its worth.Most serious collectors have experienced the thrill of finding a$50 pair of 1920s era"Snappers"for only"a couple of bucks".Later they will relive the thrill by showing their"find"to friends and neighbors and explaining that"Snappers" are an extinct type of 2-piece cuff links that became extremely popular at the end of World War I.Perhaps the best example of a real"find"is the Indianapolis woman who bought a box full of buttons at a street bazaar in Madrid,Spain.Hard negotiating enabled her to get the box and its contents for the equivalent of$7.50.Back in her hotel room she noticed that one of the buttons was somehow different.After returning from her vacation,she showed it to a neighbor.A cuff link collector,he immediately recognized it to be a 17th century cabochon cuff fastener.This early version of a contemporary cuff link has an estimated retail value of$350.Considering its modest cost,her profit from attending the bazaar was not a bad day’s work!



Many cuff link collectors buy from"pickers";the term refers to people that scour their local area looking for collectibles for their"customers".Pickers usually live some distance from their customers;this enables them to cover territory that is beyond the geographical reach of the people for whom they shop.Pickers cover the flea markets, estate sales,antique shops,garage sales,and auctions in their area;they are always looking for items to send to their customers.How are Pickers compensated?Although there is rarely any written agreement between the"picker"and the customer,it is understood that the Picker will add a reasonable markup plus shipping or postage fees to the cost of whatever items he buys on behalf of the collector.People often ask how they might locate and establish relationships with"pickers".Unfortunately,there are not any directories of"pickers".Some collectors have located"pickers"through local antique store owners or professional flea market operators.Another method is to run classified ads in publications that cater to buyers of collectibles.Of times,ambitious"pickers"will contact collectors that run ads in"wanted to buy"columns.



Upscale collectors enjoy owning and wearing only custom-made pairs;they buy their cuff links only from manufacturing jewelers.Frequently these firms maintain a large number of casts and molds that can produce animals,fraternal symbols,and other classic designs with amazing detail..Other collectors prefer to deal direct with well-known jewelry or fashion designers;such original pieces can often cost thousands of dollars.Many pairs of cuff links bear the signatures or hallmarks of their manufacturers; this practice dates back to the 17th century.

Who Collects Cuff Links?

From http://www.l-w.cc/blog/who-collects-cuff-links.html

According to The National Cuff Link Society there are two distinct categories of cuff link collectors.One group is comprised of cuff link"Wearers";they simply enjoy wearing cuff links.The other group,the"Collectors",consists of people that save cuff links strictly for the fun and satisfaction of collecting them.Whether"Wearer" or "Collector",both groups are equal in their dedication to cuff links.And,whenever they get together,there is plenty of buying,selling and swapping in progress.As one
"Wearer"recently punned,"The linkage at our swap meets is fantastic".



Although some of the"Wearers"only wear cuff links for dressy,formal or special occasions,most consider their cuff links as important to their appearance as their shoes.Some literally wouldn’t be seen dead without them.Indeed,one lawyer reports that a client recently demanded that his will contain instructions that he be buried with a favorite pair of cuff links.



Polls of the"Wearers"provide an instant profile of the group.Surprisingly, fashion is not the primary motivation for this faction’s interest in cuff links.They are
quick to tell you that their main reason for wearing cuff links is because of the statement of individuality which it conveys.They enjoy the capability of cuff links to express one’s mood,impress a client,or to demonstrate that they care about their appearance. Entrepreneurial"wearers"frequently wear customized cuff links that they use to promote their business;some even seek out cuff links that relate to the business of their customers…and make it a point to wear them on a business call to that account.Some "Wearers"delight in taking off their cuff links and giving them as spontaneous gifts to clients or friends.One well-known CEO of a very prominent Fortune 500 company always carries a spare pair of cuff links in his briefcase.In his own words,"I am always so flattered when someone admires my cuff links that I can’t resist the impulse to instantly remove them from my sleeve and give them to that person as a present.That extra pair in my briefcase often comes in handy!"



Predictably,"Wearers"select cuff links to match their individual personalities. Gregarious types tend toward large and flamboyant pairs.Artists are often biased toward
highly colorful cuff links;their taste also favors pairs made of natural materials such as wood,stone,coral,and silver.Hobbyist"Wearers"are often seen wearing cuff links that relate to their avocation;this explains the large variety of cuff links which depict paperweights,postage stamps,and antique cars.No doubt,coins are the most popular of this category.Cuff link faces made of actual coins or facsimiles have been around for at least 150 years.Manufacturing jewelers often receive orders to fabricate cuff links out of actual coins.However,serious coin collectors frown on the practice;they regard it as a cardinal sin if the coins have to be altered in the process.They insist that any soldering, splitting or hole drilling can really reduce the value of a coin;in some cases the alteration can render the coin worthless.

Link Up With Cuff Links

Eugene R.Klompus
From http://www.l-w.cc/blog/link-up-with-cuff-links.html

Are you looking for a collectible that is inexpensive to buy,very available,easy to store in a small space,and can be displayed on your sleeve?Sounds too good to be true? Well,let me tell you about the hobby of cuff link collecting!


I first began collecting cuff links during my teens;I was attracted by the many colors and designs.Later,as an adult,I came to appreciate their smart appearance on my shirt cuffs.Throughout it all,I labored under the impression that I was the only cuff link collector in the world.I couldn’t have been more wrong!There are many thousands of cuff link collectors throughout the United States;there are thousands more throughout the world.What’s more,hundreds more join their ranks each month.


Like most hobbies,cuff link collecting is addictive;the deeper you get into it,the more interested you become.Fortunately,it can be a very affordable hobby.And, though some collectors concentrate on only the most expensive varieties of cuff links,others buy them for as little as 25 cents per pair at neighborhood garage sales.No doubt,the ability to buy at low prices is a big part of the allure for many collectors.Eventually,practically all collectors seem to"graduate"to at least a few pairs of"special"cuff links.Typically,it’s the desire for a solid gold pair,a pair of"signature"cuff links(a pair that was created by a well-known designer and bears his/her name)or a pair that carries some nostalgic reference.One New York City collector recently purchased an entire collection just to gain ownership of a pair that once belonged to her movie idol,the late Clark Gable.

 

What is sterling silver?

Basically this means that the silver content used to make the item of jewellery is made up of 92.5% solid silver and 7.5%of another metal(various metals used)to give it its hardness and durability–100%silver would be too soft to wear and would bend too easily.This is the industry standard…Tiffany&Co.silver and most of the other larger expensive brands use the same mix.Some companies like Mikey and Accessories and a lot of the jewellery you find in markets,will be less pure and can be up to 50%silver, 50% metal.

Light World have features over 70 unique silver charms to buy in bulk.It is also possible to choose the finish of the product;gold plated,rhodium plated,oxidised silver for an old silver look.Light World jewelry is available in stores and boutiques worldwide.Small sample orders are available.Silver charm and silver cufflinks in all styles on London based jewellery wholesaler.

Since the online cufflinks store opened,it has evolved into a portal for other jewellery designers and manufacturers and our aim is to attract other like minded design‘houses’to offer their items on the site. The site and the Light World brand are infamous for selling slightly less mainstream and sometimes controversial jewellery.