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Someone is Ripping Off my Copyright. What do I do?

Guest Blogger I’ve seen the situation waaaayyyy too many times – Creator creates. Creator publishes. Sleazeball steals. Sleazeball makes money from Creator’s creation. It’s a vicious cycle that has caused many small creators to even quit their passion because “it’s no longer worth it.” This is not true. If you love what you do, then it is absolutely worth it. I get it though. You put in hours upon hours

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Eco Friendly Wholesale Brands

Along with the shop small movement, companies with a transparent mindset are also on the rise. We are pretty excited to see consumers migrating towards more natural and minimal ingredient products that have a small carbon footprint.  There is no better time than now to scoop up items from some of our favorite brands to share with your customers and be ahead of the curve! Find these brands in our

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Episode #30: How Can Emerging Designers us Community to Compete with Fast Fashion? With Hillary France, CEO of Brand Assembly

Brand Assembly was created with one purpose in mind: to help emerging fashion brands grow their business by creating a community that leverages resources and provides a platform for brands to support one another. By creating a nurturing and collaborative atmosphere, Brand Assembly removes the barriers of entering a highly competitive contemporary market and assists in building a successful business.    >> EPISODE 30 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes <<

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Spook-Tacular Graphic Tees for Fall

Happy Halloween! Be ahead of the curve this pumpkin spice season by shopping some of these amazing Boutique Hub vendors now.  They feature everything from Pumpkins to Frankenstein’s, a wide variety to serve any customer.   Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below are listed at wholesale.  Connect with these brands for details!Lucille Bird &

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Hair Accessories: The Perfect Route to Building your Bottom Line

If you’ve been a member of The Boutique Hub for a while, it should be no surprise that in order to build a successful & profitable brand, margins are key. We typically recommend a 3x markup margin but sometimes that’s not always the easiest to maintain consistently.  Accessories are great margin builders and provide a quick way to boost your profit after the traditional end of season sales. Today, we’ve

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Episode #29: How to Build a Brand that Empowers Others and Forges Good in the World, with Missy Robertson, Laminin Designs and Duck Dynasty

One of the most important missions to Missy Robertson and her family has been to work selflessly to help others find faith and inner joy through charity. Missy has established Laminin House to provide jobs for women in the West Monroe area with a desire for community in a supportive work environment. Each piece of jewelry is inspired by southern femininity and a love for the outdoors. It is individually

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Episode #28: Changing the Experience and Preparing for Markets with Desiree Hanson, VP of Fashion Events at WWIN

Women’s Wear in Nevada has been a premiere show in Las Vegas for decades and Des is on the forefront of changing the experience this show offers. From educational events to recognizing the trends in retailer and consumer buying, get ready for a fresh WWIN. >> EPISODE 28 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here ABOUT

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Episode #27: Breaking Down Point of Sale System Data and How to Use it, with Lightspeed Retail

Girl, grab a pen. This podcast answers questions you’ve been searching for and we go in-depth on what technology is most important for your boutique. Point of sale systems helps you better manage your inventory for e-commerce and brick and mortar stores. >> EPISODE 27- LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here #BOUTIQUEBOSS BREAKFAST: at WWIN @

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Cheer-Worthy Wholesale Game Day Essentials

We’ve got the spirit, do you!? It should come as no surprise to you (especially if you are from the south) that game day inventory is a must!  We have pulled together some of our favorite pieces to get your customers into that Friday night lights fever. Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below

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Episode #26: Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 2)

Hang with us in this episode we had some technical difficulties, don’t worry you’ll get a good laugh! If you didn’t listen to part 1, The Boutique Hub turns 5 years old this month and to celebrate we’re asking Ashley, the founder, anything and everything from business tips, to how she built the Hub, and the dirty secrets about her obsession with tacos and Will Ferrell.  This is part 2

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Someone is Ripping Off my Copyright. What do I do?

Guest Blogger I’ve seen the situation waaaayyyy too many times – Creator creates. Creator publishes. Sleazeball steals. Sleazeball makes money from Creator’s creation. It’s a vicious cycle that has caused many small creators to even quit their passion because “it’s no longer worth it.” This is not true. If you love what you do, then it is absolutely worth it. I get it though. You put in hours upon hours

Read More

Eco Friendly Wholesale Brands

Along with the shop small movement, companies with a transparent mindset are also on the rise. We are pretty excited to see consumers migrating towards more natural and minimal ingredient products that have a small carbon footprint.  There is no better time than now to scoop up items from some of our favorite brands to share with your customers and be ahead of the curve! Find these brands in our

Read More

Episode #30: How Can Emerging Designers us Community to Compete with Fast Fashion? With Hillary France, CEO of Brand Assembly

Brand Assembly was created with one purpose in mind: to help emerging fashion brands grow their business by creating a community that leverages resources and provides a platform for brands to support one another. By creating a nurturing and collaborative atmosphere, Brand Assembly removes the barriers of entering a highly competitive contemporary market and assists in building a successful business.    >> EPISODE 30 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes <<

Read More

Spook-Tacular Graphic Tees for Fall

Happy Halloween! Be ahead of the curve this pumpkin spice season by shopping some of these amazing Boutique Hub vendors now.  They feature everything from Pumpkins to Frankenstein’s, a wide variety to serve any customer.   Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below are listed at wholesale.  Connect with these brands for details!Lucille Bird &

Read More

Hair Accessories: The Perfect Route to Building your Bottom Line

If you’ve been a member of The Boutique Hub for a while, it should be no surprise that in order to build a successful & profitable brand, margins are key. We typically recommend a 3x markup margin but sometimes that’s not always the easiest to maintain consistently.  Accessories are great margin builders and provide a quick way to boost your profit after the traditional end of season sales. Today, we’ve

Read More

Episode #29: How to Build a Brand that Empowers Others and Forges Good in the World, with Missy Robertson, Laminin Designs and Duck Dynasty

One of the most important missions to Missy Robertson and her family has been to work selflessly to help others find faith and inner joy through charity. Missy has established Laminin House to provide jobs for women in the West Monroe area with a desire for community in a supportive work environment. Each piece of jewelry is inspired by southern femininity and a love for the outdoors. It is individually

Read More

Episode #28: Changing the Experience and Preparing for Markets with Desiree Hanson, VP of Fashion Events at WWIN

Women’s Wear in Nevada has been a premiere show in Las Vegas for decades and Des is on the forefront of changing the experience this show offers. From educational events to recognizing the trends in retailer and consumer buying, get ready for a fresh WWIN. >> EPISODE 28 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here ABOUT

Read More

Episode #27: Breaking Down Point of Sale System Data and How to Use it, with Lightspeed Retail

Girl, grab a pen. This podcast answers questions you’ve been searching for and we go in-depth on what technology is most important for your boutique. Point of sale systems helps you better manage your inventory for e-commerce and brick and mortar stores. >> EPISODE 27- LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here #BOUTIQUEBOSS BREAKFAST: at WWIN @

Read More

Cheer-Worthy Wholesale Game Day Essentials

We’ve got the spirit, do you!? It should come as no surprise to you (especially if you are from the south) that game day inventory is a must!  We have pulled together some of our favorite pieces to get your customers into that Friday night lights fever. Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below

Read More

Episode #26: Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 2)

Hang with us in this episode we had some technical difficulties, don’t worry you’ll get a good laugh! If you didn’t listen to part 1, The Boutique Hub turns 5 years old this month and to celebrate we’re asking Ashley, the founder, anything and everything from business tips, to how she built the Hub, and the dirty secrets about her obsession with tacos and Will Ferrell.  This is part 2

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