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Date Published
Author
Daniela Milosheska
Word count
1313
Language
English
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None

Summary

I considered several sales channels when launching my fashion line, including eCommerce marketplaces, dropshipping, wholesale, and rental marketplaces. I wish I'd invested more time researching platforms like Shopify before investing in a standalone website, which turned out to be mediocre. I recommend starting small with two or three channels and building on them. Marketplaces like eBay, Amazon, Facebook Marketplace, Bonanza, and Etsy offer exposure to existing customer bases, but each has its own unique features and requirements. Dropshipping allows merchants to sell products without manufacturing goods, while wholesale involves selling products at discounted prices to retailers. Rental marketplaces rent goods to consumers, which can be a good fit for eco-conscious brands like mine. I hope this list offers inspiration as you explore various sales channels.