Building A Womenswear Brand: Business, Consumer Trends And Growth
Building a womenswear brand requires far more than raw talent; it takes serious grit, data-driven decisions, and a deep understanding of today’s consumer behavior. In this insightful interview on BusinessDay Television, founder Esther Timmy-Ado breaks down the realities of scaling a fashion business within Nigeria’s vibrant creative economy [00:00].
Discover how modern female shoppers have evolved from buying strictly for single-occasion events to seeking versatile, multi-functional pieces that transition seamlessly from weddings to brunch [03:34]. Esther explores how economic shifts and production costs impact pricing strategies [08:13], why studying business data separates thriving labels from folding ones [06:24], and what local designers must do to capture international attention without compromising quality [14:54].
Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or an established creative looking to scale, learn how to balance creativity with operational structure [00:51].
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction & The Nigerian Fashion Economy
00:51 – Creativity vs. Strategy in Fashion Business
02:51 – Shifting Consumer Preferences & Multi-Use Outfits
05:06 – Why Most Fashion Brands Fail (The Data Side)
07:22 – Navigating Inflation & Rising Production Costs
09:33 – Maintaining Core Brand Identity Through Trends
11:35 – Social Media, Digital Engagement & Purchasing Behavior
14:54 – Scaling Nigerian Fashion to the International Market
16:39 – Final Advice for Launching a Brand Today
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