In Milano I had the pleasure of meeting designer Selene Giorgi. Her shop located on Vicolo Lavandai catches the attention of both the local faire and the tourist. Her pieces definitely caught my eye and for those who prefer different, take a look at her website ATELIER and enjoy!
You're all invited to Milano when l'Amore Intimo showcases with Atelier in a rare trunk show. Will keep you posted on the date!
Dream Sweet
Release the Passion in You!
Showing posts with label Fashion Entrepreneur. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fashion Entrepreneur. Show all posts
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
The Entrepreneural
What makes an Entrepreneur? According to the FASHION ENTREPRENEUR by Sandra Burke www.fashionbooks.com, entrepreneurs possess certain character traits. One of those traits she defined brilliantly I think.
"Internal Locus of Control: Fashion entrepreneurs who have a strong internal locus of control believe their lives, their destiny, and their successes are determined by their own actions and not by the actions of others. By analyzing their own actions and addressing their shortcomings, entrepreneurs know they will be successful next time round. It follows that if entrepreneurs feel they are in control of their lives they also feel in control of their risks - if they have a problem they will fix it.
In contrast, external locus of control applies to people who believe their lives, their destiny and their successes are determined by the actions of others. They expect other people to make decisions for them, and if there is a problem, they expect other people to fix it - entrepreneurship is not for them."
When I first read this I immediately understood that I possess the internal locus of control trait, along with all the others Ms. Burke penned. Since this web log is a study in starting and building a small business - let me ask do you possess internal locus of control or external locus of control? Always learning
Dream Sweet
"Internal Locus of Control: Fashion entrepreneurs who have a strong internal locus of control believe their lives, their destiny, and their successes are determined by their own actions and not by the actions of others. By analyzing their own actions and addressing their shortcomings, entrepreneurs know they will be successful next time round. It follows that if entrepreneurs feel they are in control of their lives they also feel in control of their risks - if they have a problem they will fix it.
In contrast, external locus of control applies to people who believe their lives, their destiny and their successes are determined by the actions of others. They expect other people to make decisions for them, and if there is a problem, they expect other people to fix it - entrepreneurship is not for them."
When I first read this I immediately understood that I possess the internal locus of control trait, along with all the others Ms. Burke penned. Since this web log is a study in starting and building a small business - let me ask do you possess internal locus of control or external locus of control? Always learning
Dream Sweet
Friday, May 15, 2009
Plans and Stitches
This was a day to finish the business plan I started last Saturday. The first two hours of my work day were devoted to "break even point", and "ROI" figures. It's much different when written (in my case, typed) out and you're made to think about projections and customer service (is the customer always right?). Getting through this business plan, as layed out in the FASHION ENTREPRENEUR, would have one of two effects on a body - either they will see the error of their ways and quit while they are ahead or forge on through unfamiliar territory and achieve greatness doing all that your heart desires. Which one do you think I chose?
After my classroom time, I worked on a sweet dress that needs to be completed by next week's Tuesday. What I am learning from revisiting my dress making days is there is always a point in your creation where it just doesn't seem good enough. But at this point it has to be good enough. I want always to give all that I can to my L'amore Intimo designs - always meticulously stitch without cutting corners. I also know when to put out the white flag when help is needed -- i.e.: look for additional seamstresses who can see straight enough to finish an order that outgrows me. A wonderful day that will be..
Dram Sweet
After my classroom time, I worked on a sweet dress that needs to be completed by next week's Tuesday. What I am learning from revisiting my dress making days is there is always a point in your creation where it just doesn't seem good enough. But at this point it has to be good enough. I want always to give all that I can to my L'amore Intimo designs - always meticulously stitch without cutting corners. I also know when to put out the white flag when help is needed -- i.e.: look for additional seamstresses who can see straight enough to finish an order that outgrows me. A wonderful day that will be..
Dram Sweet
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Fashion Entrepreneur
Thank you Sandra Burke for putting together "Fashion Entrepreneur: Starting your own fashion business". This book - probably someone's textbook is invaluable for its contents. Right now I am reading the "Business Plan" chapter, putting my own business plan together . It's in my head but better to be on a page. I'm halfway through this draft of the L'amore Intimo business plan, and would like to finish up tomorrow. I'm excited.
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Dream Sweet
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