Cloth and fabric have huge, steady demand across India. Choosing a clear model and sourcing well decide success in this competitive trade. Here is how to start.
Decide whether to run a retail cloth shop or wholesale fabric to tailors, boutiques and retailers. Retail needs display and variety; wholesale needs volume buying and business buyers.
Buy from textile manufacturers and wholesale markets in the hubs known for your fabric type. Check quality, weight and colour-fastness, and start with a focused range before widening.
Set prices that cover cost and a fair margin, with better rates for bulk. Note the current GST rates on fabric and made-ups under GST 2.0, and bill at the correct rate for each item.
Retail sells on variety and service; wholesale sells on price and reliability. Build relationships with tailors, boutiques and retailers who reorder, since repeat buyers carry a cloth business.
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