Wholesale 101

If you’re a childrens clothing seller online or at a boutique, here’s some really fantastic data for you! Did you know that moms tend to make purchases based more on cost and value whereas dads tend to splurge? The majority of parents (almost 70%!) make purchases based on what their child is asking for. Kid loves Mickey Mouse? You will most likely buy them a Mickey coat instead of an Adidas.But, if the child isn’t requesting anything specific, half of parents say they purchased items bas …

Search Craigslist for “Store Closing”, “Liquidation” and “Going Out of Business”.  TIP: When you go to closing sales, you will have to spend money so make sure you have cash in hand BUT you can always try to haggle!!! Search google for “Store Closing (todays date) in (your state)” and “Going out of business sale (todays date) in (your state)”A seriously awesome way to find great stuff may feel beneath you but I swear, you can find some AMAZING stuff by driving around wealthier neighb …

One popular question we are often asked is “How much can I make selling online?” - and it’s a nearly impossible question to answer because there are sooooo many factors that go into earnings; to name a few: what you sell, where you sell it, how much inventory you have to sell, experience level, your general business practices, customer service abilities…. Like I said, it’s impossible to give an accurate answer, so instead let’s look at data because facts don't lie!63% of online sellers choose to …

I don’t know about you, but personally I love learning about shopping data because it helps you understand your customer, so today I wanted to share with you the reasons WHY people shop for clothing… it’s super interesting!Let’s check out this graph below. People were surveyed and asked to check ALL that apply - As you can see, the #1 reason for a clothing purchase is a Sale. How many times have you gotten an email from a store you love and rushed to purchase something because the deal is awes …

If you're wondering if you can actually make a living selling online, here's some facts that will blow your mind!  Even after 15+ years as a full-time online seller, I was shocked by the majority of these:The average American woman makes over 300 trips to the store every year, spending close to 400 hours a year shopping. This is equal to approximately 8.5 years spent shopping during a typical lifespan!! (NY Daily News)Americans spend more on accessories (specifically shoes, jewelry, and wat …