Do you love fashion and style? Do you want to run your own fashion boutique but don’t have the funds to invest in a brick-and-mortar storefront? keep reading I have a list of home based business ideas for fashion lovers!
The direct selling industry has made it easier than ever to start your own home-based business within the fashion industry. In my opinion, network marketing companies that sell women’s clothing are the best business opportunities out there. Most women not only love new clothes and accessories, but it is something that every woman needs and is regularly replaced and updated.
Also, when you are selling clothes through the direct sales model, the items are priced higher, so your overall earnings are higher.
If you’re thinking of starting your own home-based business and you love fashion – here’s a huge list of business ideas for fashion lovers!
List of home-based business ideas for fashion lovers
1. Cabbie
Cabbie Created in 2002 by 12 female founders. The brand sells high-end clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories ranging from $39 to $449. With the Cabi business model, you can earn 25-33% commission on every item you sell and an additional commission on team sales. Startup costs (your seasonal inventory) are $1,000-$2,500, which can be sold at the end of the season for additional profit and new inventory.
According to this Article by Fortune.com, cabi has an 85% retention rate, rather than the 20% typical in the direct selling business. Cabi gives back to the community through their Heart of Cabi Foundation. Cabbie business opportunities are available to residents of the US, UK and Canada. To learn more about Cabi business opportunities, check out our full review here.
- Cabi has one A+ rating With the Better Business Bureau.
2. Carlyle Collection
Established in 1981, Carlyle Collection A luxury fashion company based in New York City. Selling couture designs at ready-to-wear prices, Carlyle offers four new clothing lines each year. They currently have two ways to join; For traditional stylists and digital stylists, however, I couldn’t find information on commission rates or startup costs, but clothing and accessories sell for anywhere from $35-$1,100.
3. The crown is free
The crown is free A social good company that donates a portion of its revenue to organizations helping women escape human trafficking and exploitation When you join as a stylist, you’ll sell jewelry, gifts, beauty and wellness products, accessories, and clothing for women and kids like skirts, tanks, tees, and cardigans. Starter kits range in price from $19.99-$399, and you get a 15-30% commission on sales and get paid every two weeks.
- Crowned Free has one A+ rating With the Better Business Bureau.
4. Required Bodywear
Essential bodywear Uplifting sells bras, panties, shapewear, sleepwear, athleisure and ready-to-wear apparel. Reps can earn commissions of up to 25-37% on sales, plus jewelry and travel for meeting certain milestones. Starter kits range in price from $199-$499, including three months of free website and email marketing services.
5. Etc
etc It is a luxury brand and part of the Carlyle family. Dresses range in price from $150-$650, with a focus on classics with an edge. You can sign up as a Digital Stylist or Trunk Show Stylist by requesting additional information on their website.
6. I thought about you
i thought of you This is a good option for those who don’t like recruiting or MLM structures. It is a social good direct selling company that sells accessories, jewelry and apparel. Curators earn 20-50% commission on sales and starter kits range in price from $99-$299. To avoid overcrowding, applications are accepted on a region-by-region basis. They also offer a 4-payment installment plan on starter kits.
7. J. Hilburn
Jay Hilburn Sells custom men’s clothing, such as suits, dress shirts, shoes and ready-to-wear items. Stylists can earn up to 20-25% commission on sales and an additional commission for building a team. Your initial investment ranges from $199-$500, and apparel items from $99-$1,590. J. Hillburn has been in business since 2007 and has been featured in Inc., Esquire, Men’s Health, USA Today, and more.
8. Keylime Athletic Wear
Keylime Athletic Wear Sells athletic wear for women and men. With this business idea for fashion lovers, you can launch your business for $79. As a representative, you get 40% off clothing sample packs and 20-40% off online orders. You can sell clothes online through social media, pop-up parties, one-on-one consultations, and more.
- Keylime has a athletic wear A+ rating With the Better Business Bureau.
9. Afternoon collection
Noon A social good company that sells artisan, fair trade jewelry, clothing, accessories, handbags, shoes and home products. Ambassadors earn 20-35% commission on individual sales and 6-14% commission on group sales. Payments are distributed weekly, and ambassadors can earn trips to meet artisans in different locales around the world. The Starter Kit costs $199 and includes $510 worth of products and business tools, including your personal website, free for one month. After that, it’s a $9.99 monthly fee for your website. With every sale you make, you help people in other countries earn income.
10. Ruby Ribbon
ruby ribbon Sells women’s feel-good clothing options, selling tees, tunics, tops, leggings, maxi shirts, as well as shapewear. Products range in price from $24-$89. Starter kits range in price from $45-$299, and independent stylists earn up to 40% commission on each sale. Ruby Ribbon has been featured in Oprah Magazine, WWD, InStyle, Forbes, and others.
- Ruby Ribbon has one A- rating With the Better Business Bureau.
11. The Business of Hope
business of hope A social good company that sells artisan jewelry, handbags, clothing, accessories, and coffee. Partners earn 25-35% on sales. Starter kits range in price from $49-$139, and there is no monthly minimum quota They also have an affiliate rewards program where you can earn 15% commission on sales and it has a one-time membership fee of $9.95.
12. Youth
youth A direct selling company that sells everything under the sun including clothes, jewelry and accessories. To become a distributor, it’s $30, and then it renews annually for $49.95. They have a wide variety of startup kits to choose from. I couldn’t find the commission structure, so you need to find it out before joining.
- Youth has one A+ rating With the Better Business Bureau.
13. ZYIA is activated
ZYIA is active Sells premium fitness apparel and accessories for men and women. The starter kit is $295 (including a $100 gift card), and reps earn 20-25% on individual sales, plus additional commissions when you build a team. ZYIA Active also offers product discounts, incentive trips and prizes. The opportunity is available in the US, Canada and Australia.
- ZYIA has an active one B rating With the Better Business Bureau.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are many direct sales clothing opportunities that allow you to work in the fashion industry. Which is right for you? It will depend on your style, taste, preferences and the pay structure and conditions of the company. You also need to figure out how you can sell the company’s clothing line: in-home parties, online pop-ups, social media sites like Instagram and Facebook, and catalog and website sales. Be sure to weigh all the pros and cons when doing your research. I’ve seen many direct selling companies close their doors over the past few years, so talk to some current independent consultants to get a real-life overview of the company.
Do you know of any other clothing companies in the direct sales industry? Drop us a note; We would love to hear from you!
This post was originally published on May 2, 2013 Content updated March 2023
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