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How the Fashion Industry is Growing in Dallas

Why is Dallas the topic of so many buzzy conversations around shows, retail, and
reaching new customers? That’s because its community of contemporary brands
continues to grow at the same time as it attracts buyers eager to order. As better
retailers seek quality and unique designs to help them stand out, Dallas Market
Center has cultivated a growing number of trusted partners and emerging brands to
help them thrive.

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Short-Form Video for Boutique Marketing

Short-Form Video for Boutique Marketing

Guest blog post provided by Switcher Studio Short-form video has dominated the social media landscape in recent years. We’re talking about vertical videos typically under one minute — AKA “snackable content,” Reels, Stories, Shorts, or TikToks. You know ‘em, you love ‘em, and guess what? They’re now a non-negotiable component of your boutique marketing strategy. (Surprise! 🎉) Why is short-form video important for boutique marketing? Not convinced? Here are just

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Sustainable and Ethical Boutiques Making an Impact

Sustainable and Ethical Boutiques Making an Impact

What does it mean to be a sustainable boutique, and why is it important? To celebrate Earth Day, we are highlighting the impact the fashion industry has on the environment and small business retailers who are making a difference and fostering change to create a more sustainable future through their businesses. 

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2023 color trends

2023 Color Trends

The time has come to analyze the 2023 color trends! Trending colors this year make for a unique mixture of vibrant and comfortable hues. We can’t wait to see boutiques filled with these trending colors throughout the year!

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Get Ready for Boutique Summit 2023!

Let’s get ready for the Boutique Summit! If you’ve never been to The Boutique Summit and are on the fence about going, let me tell you, this year is gonna be a PARTAAAAYYY! Besides 2 days jam-packed with education, networking & actionable takeaways, we are going to CELEBRATE ourselves at the end with an iconic 80’s Prom themed afterparty! Get ready for photo opps like you’ve never seen before. Get

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essential digital marketing tools for your boutique

Essential Digital Marketing Tools for Your Boutique

When someone decides they want to open up a retail business such as a boutique, what are some of the first things they think of investing in? Inventory? An accountant or lawyer? A storefront or website? A few employees? They get all of this in line, and then realize they aren’t reaching their target audience. Why? Because they forgot one key necessity in the boutique industry – digital marketing. 

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Spring Event Ideas

Spring Event Ideas for Boutiques

The sunshine is out and spring is approaching and we couldn’t be happier about it! With a new season comes new event and promotion planning! Spring is the perfect time to host events for your boutique or small business and with the great weather after a long winter, your customers will be more excited than ever to get out for a fun spring event. Let’s get into some spring event ideas for your boutique or small business!

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Dallas Marker Center

How the Fashion Industry is Growing in Dallas

Why is Dallas the topic of so many buzzy conversations around shows, retail, and
reaching new customers? That’s because its community of contemporary brands
continues to grow at the same time as it attracts buyers eager to order. As better
retailers seek quality and unique designs to help them stand out, Dallas Market
Center has cultivated a growing number of trusted partners and emerging brands to
help them thrive.

Read More
Short-Form Video for Boutique Marketing

Short-Form Video for Boutique Marketing

Guest blog post provided by Switcher Studio Short-form video has dominated the social media landscape in recent years. We’re talking about vertical videos typically under one minute — AKA “snackable content,” Reels, Stories, Shorts, or TikToks. You know ‘em, you love ‘em, and guess what? They’re now a non-negotiable component of your boutique marketing strategy. (Surprise! 🎉) Why is short-form video important for boutique marketing? Not convinced? Here are just

Read More
Sustainable and Ethical Boutiques Making an Impact

Sustainable and Ethical Boutiques Making an Impact

What does it mean to be a sustainable boutique, and why is it important? To celebrate Earth Day, we are highlighting the impact the fashion industry has on the environment and small business retailers who are making a difference and fostering change to create a more sustainable future through their businesses. 

Read More
2023 color trends

2023 Color Trends

The time has come to analyze the 2023 color trends! Trending colors this year make for a unique mixture of vibrant and comfortable hues. We can’t wait to see boutiques filled with these trending colors throughout the year!

Read More

Get Ready for Boutique Summit 2023!

Let’s get ready for the Boutique Summit! If you’ve never been to The Boutique Summit and are on the fence about going, let me tell you, this year is gonna be a PARTAAAAYYY! Besides 2 days jam-packed with education, networking & actionable takeaways, we are going to CELEBRATE ourselves at the end with an iconic 80’s Prom themed afterparty! Get ready for photo opps like you’ve never seen before. Get

Read More
essential digital marketing tools for your boutique

Essential Digital Marketing Tools for Your Boutique

When someone decides they want to open up a retail business such as a boutique, what are some of the first things they think of investing in? Inventory? An accountant or lawyer? A storefront or website? A few employees? They get all of this in line, and then realize they aren’t reaching their target audience. Why? Because they forgot one key necessity in the boutique industry – digital marketing. 

Read More
Spring Event Ideas

Spring Event Ideas for Boutiques

The sunshine is out and spring is approaching and we couldn’t be happier about it! With a new season comes new event and promotion planning! Spring is the perfect time to host events for your boutique or small business and with the great weather after a long winter, your customers will be more excited than ever to get out for a fun spring event. Let’s get into some spring event ideas for your boutique or small business!

Read More
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