Comments on: How to make a line sheet

By: Alexandra

Alexandra — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:08:22 +0000

Hi there,
How many of the line sheets to I need to bring to a trade show? So far I have two copies which I plan to have on the table. Is the line sheet something that the buyer takes with them? I’m going to the Magic show in Las Vegas and this is my first show. I don’t know if I only need an example of my line and then can email the pdf or if this is something that you give to the buyers? Please advise.
Thank you!

By: Whitney

Whitney — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 03:01:53 +0000

Is the above advice similar for a jewelry line?

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 18:10:11 +0000

As I explained to Candace above, line sheets represent a product line so it wouldn’t apply to you.

Deciding to produce a small run of each dress is a separate matter, a departure from what you’re doing so with all that goes into it (line sheets being the least of it) I would worry more about coming to that decision and focusing on making that happen for you. I suggest reading my book.

By: Dane

Dane — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 11:15:43 +0000

I typically produce one of a kind pieces that are not normally replicated… Often I showcase these at events or minor fashion shows… How should I present these items? Should I still use a line sheet? or Should I start producing a small run of each dress? Any suggestions?

By: Oriole

Oriole — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 03:00:29 +0000

As a side note, having read this way after the fact. I didn’t see mention that dresses are not sold to the same buyer as the group would be, so the one dress doesn’t really belong in this group/line sheet in the same way that accessories don’t belong.

It would be better to have a line of dresses that could be presented to the dress buyer.

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 01:03:35 +0000

Both look books and line sheets represent a product line -so neither would apply to you since you're not representing one. That leaves a portfolio to represent your past work.

By: Candace

Candace — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:23:21 +0000

Such great info… I am wondering, what if the products are one-of-a-kind looks. I am a novice costume designer. I don’t make the same costume twice. I have been invited to have a table/booth at a fashion event and I’m wondering what is the best thing for me to present? My future costume looks depend on what I am hired for. What would be best to present at an open forum- similar to an expo? A look book, porfolio, a line sheet, or all three? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

By: kathleen

kathleen — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:27:38 +0000

This is a very simple question but the answer is so complex it defies a one or two sentence response -which is what one would expect if they’re just getting into it. Truth be told, any answer we could give wouldn’t be of service because we don’t have enough information from you in which to frame the response. Among them, are you *sure* you want to sell to department stores and are you ready to play on that level?

All of the nuances and influences bearing on your question have been discussed at length in my book. Specific time lines developed around your particular niche can be explained in our forum if they have not been already.

By: Linda

Linda — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:01:01 +0000

This site has been very helpful to me in creating my line sheets. But now I need to know what is the standard for a Open to Buy for dept stores? What month should I present my line sheet for Spring 2011 delivery. Is there a formula for this or does every dept. store have their own Open to Buy time frame?

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 18:26:01 +0000

Hi Kevin. Line sheets are designed to be self-explanatory, you shouldn’t need to present them (explain) verbally. If you’re mentioning them as part of a package presentation of your line, you should just say “and here’s the line sheets”. Maybe you mean something else, this seems to obvious so I suspect I’m missing something.