How do I start a business selling swimwear??

Question

All the research is done. I just want practical advice on how to get started. I want to open a shop.

Answer 1

First, make sure you comply with state and federal regulations regarding licensing and zoning. Where you open your shop is very important in terms of accessing paying customers who are into what you are offering.
You can simultaneously operate an ecommerce website to accomodate a worldwide market. The key is search engine optimization (getting listed on the most popular search engines).
If you are making your product out of raw materials then you may need to hire additional help. On the other hand, if you are buying then reselling them at a marked up price then you would need to find a wholesaler and buy from them in bulk at discounted prices so you can build a huge inventory of in stock products. Some wholesalers will drop ship orders for you when people order from your catalog or website. This will make it easier on you.
You'll wanna get the word out that you are open for business so local radio, television, and newspaper ads are a must; even though the best advertisements are made by word of mouth.
Once you've accomplished all these tasks, you'll be up and running but you need to prepare for hard times. Back up money and insurance is a huge must-have for weathering out all the storms (big or small).
I hope this advice helps you on your road to success.

Answer 2

hi Louis, Heartiest congratulations on your new agency , wish you get wide success , i might want to say that you should start up your business agency from the position you're staying presently , London is a sturdy position for agency start up and then you will be able to flow to States and different countries.

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Answer 4

Go to http://my.dubli.com/4769 you can list all your items for free, no insertion fee to be paid, first picture is free, lower FVF, easy to open a shop as well. Worldwide exposure unlike ebay with domestic restrictions.

If you have any further questions on how to start and how to promote your shop, please do not hesitate to contact me at any time.

Best Regards,

IDBA
Ralf