In this exclusive CTDA member feature, Guy Milinazzo of Gladson will discuss the growing benefits of bamboo. 

Learn the essentials of building a successful custom clothing brand from Darryl Tyler, owner of Tailored Gents in St. Louis, MO

Stephen shares the successes and challenges that shaped his early career, the evolving obstacles he faces in today’s market, and insights into his winning social media strategy.

Join us as two leading fabric experts, Luke Mayes of Dormeuil and Craig Wertheim of Scabal share insights on the season’s trending textiles and proven strategies for outfitting and selling to your clients

Starting a business is easy — staying in business and finding success can be difficult. We’re detailing the four primary pillars each custom clothing business owner can strengthen to build their business stronger and more resilient.

AI is not a trend or a buzzword, and you should not gloss over it when you hear or see it. This powerful and pervasive technology already lives in many of the products you use every day.

Powerful AI tools are available to you right now, and leveraging them can make your life easier. It can strengthen your brand, and your bottom line.

The focus of the webinar is on the benefits of using a Key Performance Indicator (KPI), surveys (which is a way of getting some indicators) and best practices for tracking and using KPIs to improve business performance, with examples from the made-to-measure industry.

Learn about what to do and what not to do when creating custom garments in the wedding industry

Gain a better understanding and knowledge of what the best cleaning options are for high-ticket custom garments. Learn about garment labelling and interpretation, cleaning options for custom sneakers, leather goods, quilted vests etc.; and understanding new “washable” fabrics that may be constructed with “non-washable” components. 

Connectivity and relationship technologies remain the backbone of cultivating successful relationships. Hear from fellow members who share their best strategies for capturing customer insights in a way that can be applied to providing customized service. 

Get insights and advice from CTDA members with factories all around the world on how to find the country / manufacturer that will be most suitable to your brand. 

This online course covers the manufacturing process of fabrics – from the selection of fibers, to the dying process, weave construction, inspection and finishing processes. It is designed to build upon the foundation in fabric principles that is taught in our accredited FABRIC KNOWLEDGE course, and will help you gain a better understanding of why and how different fabrics are graded based on quality.

Things happen, both to us as business owners and industry-wide. Learn how to make the most of any situation.

CTDA members share new disciplines they’ve established since being in quarantine, how they’re holding themselves accountable to their goals and recommendations for a daily routine that will keep you motivated.