Here’s a subject we’re always asked about: How does a new glove get made? Creating a one-of-a-kind glove prototype, and producing a first sample, isn’t like getting a sample in your local ice cream scoop shop. No offense to Ben and Jerry’s, but there’s a lot more involved. Let’s look at the process, from concept […]
How Glove Companies Bring Ideas to Life: From Design to Sample Read More »
There\’s lots of innovation happening at PrimaLoft®, one of the outdoor industry\’s leading suppliers. Their team is working hard to make consumers a lot more comfortable, across a wide range of activities. We recently had the opportunity to ask what\’s new for 2014-5, and beyond. Get ready to learn what\’s ahead — we think you\’ll be inspired by their
Warning, Innovation Ahead! A Glove Maker's Conversation with PrimaLoft® Read More »
This week, a story from the food retailing world got our attention. While reading about why Trader Joe\’s thrives compared to competitors, a statistic jumped of the page for us. Eighty percent (80% !!!) of Trader Joe\’s products are private label!!! Their store brand acts like a magnet, pulling people into their stores. It must be
3 Merchandising Lessons for Private Label Buyers, From Trader Joe's Read More »
The introduction of the new Apple iphone 6 got us thinking about great design. Great design … creates demand days or weeks in advance commands a premium price creates waiting lists once the item sells out, even when substitutes are available. Here\’s a quote that sums it up for us: \”Consumer loyalty always follows great
5 Elements of Great Glove Design: Lessons from 5-Star Reviews Read More »
What makes a great new glove design? Recently we worked on a new ski glove project, and the development process took a surprising turn. We thought we\’d share the story … All great designs … and brands … start with knowing your customer. And in this case, the merchant REALLY knew his. Glove expertise, technical
Glove Design: The Surprising Story of A New Snow Sport Glove Read More »
A glove buyer\’s job is tough. You watch retail trends, and develop new items to satisfy customer demand. But, forecasting a new item is hard. If you could, you’d start small. Perhaps even fly in a small quantity to test, to gain confidence for a bigger follow-up order. Your gut tells you there are larger
Glove Manufacturer's Advice: 3 Ways to Reduce Minimum Order Quantity Read More »
What are your plans for next year? Are you thinking about new ways to delight your customers? Last week we offered 3 tips for planning ahead for a more successful holiday selling season. Today we want you to take a little longer view … what else can we do to ensure next year\’s retail success?
Glove Company Tips: 4 Things To Do NOW for 2015 Success Read More »
Happy Thanksgiving amd Merry Christmas to you…. No, I am not mixed up … though we are still in the heat of summer as the NFL season begins and US Open tennis winds down. So why are we writing this? It\’s time to get year-end inventory finalized and marketing plans all lined up, for the
Glove Company TIps: 3 Smart Year-End Strategies for Retail Brands Read More »
Designing a product line takes teamwork — and the more clarity on goals and requirements, the better the results. That\’s why we created this multi-part kit for glove buyers, and their product sourcing and design teams. The Glove Maker\’s Product Planning Kit is a useful collection of free resources, to help you better manage the
Ultimate Glove Makers Product Planning Kit: Free Resource Read More »
In Part I of our “Ultimate Guide to Glove Cost” series, we covered the two most important cost variables, material costs and labor costs. Today, we’ll dig into Dies, Duty Rates, and other costs such as Embellishments, Packaging and Shipping. The goal of our series is to help you weigh your options, and make better
Glove Manufacturing: The Ultimate Guide to Glove Cost (Part II) Read More »
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