Full-lifecycle partner
For founders who want one experienced team from concept to shelf.
Services & Capabilities
Everything it takes to get apparel to market — under one roof.
Most brands stitch together a freelancer here, a factory there, an agency somewhere else — and pay for it in missed handoffs, blown timelines, and product that misses the mark. Haute Coulture covers the entire journey through a proven, phased system, so nothing falls through the cracks.
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Not sure where you fit? We'll map it.
The Phase Gate Model
A proven path from idea to income.
Start at the beginning, or plug us in wherever you're stuck — each phase stands alone and connects seamlessly to the next.
Start HereIntroductory
Consulting
Consulting
The fastest way to put decades of experience to work.
For startups, the first steps matter most. In a focused session with two senior Stars Design Group executives — by phone, video, or in person — we cover the do's and don'ts, key considerations, and realistic expectations as you map out your apparel line.
Do's & don'tsKey considerationsExpectation settingFirst-steps roadmap
Phase Gate IFoundation,
Brand & Technical
Brand & Technical
Build on a strong foundation.
Foundation Consulting — Business-plan review, strategic planning, launch sequencing, and the financial decisions and success metrics that determine long-term viability.
Brand Development & Strategy — A strategy session with our marketing specialists, culminating in a comprehensive brand book capturing your look, feel, voice, and core messaging.
Product Planning, Assortment & Design — An assortment plan for your initial releases, then category and style design by a designer who knows your space, with 3D visualization.
Technical Design & Development — Production-accurate blueprints: full tech packs in PLM, science-based fit, full-size grade rules, Alvanon fit-form review, transparent size charts, and trim development.
Costing & Production Planning — We confirm and price fabrics, trims, manufacturing, duties, and freight to calculate the true cost of each style — then place production within our vetted, socially compliant global partners.
Brand bookAssortment plan3D visualizationTech packs (PLM)Science-based fitCosting
Phase Gate IIProduction, Website
& Fulfillment
& Fulfillment
Get built and ready to sell.
Third-Party Fulfillment & Setup — We advise on warehousing for pick, pack, and returns, prep your warehouse team around your SKUs, and negotiate competitive 3PL pricing so customers get fast, reliable delivery from day one.
Website Development & Launch — Working with a lead eCommerce professional, we design the layout and flow, select the right platform, build a UX-optimized store, and write SEO-driven copy that carries your brand messaging — through to launch.
3PL setupeCommerce buildPlatform selectionSEO copyLaunch
Phase Gate IIISales, Inventory
& Marketing
& Marketing
Go to market and grow.
Sales Support — Target-list and sales-strategy consultation, sales-team vetting, wholesale-app guidance, and a designed digital lookbook.
Trade Shows — Annual show research and planning, booth-design consultation, and on-site support at your inaugural show.
Inventory Management & Forecasting — A monthly service to build open-to-buy, forecast revenue, plan buys to stay in stock, and manage markdowns.
eCommerce Marketing Infrastructure — A holistic content strategy across blog, social, and email; DTC and wholesale plans; and partner establishment for ads, creative, retargeting, PR, influencer, and affiliate.
LookbookSales strategyTrade-show supportOpen-to-buyMarketing infrastructure
Post-LaunchOngoing
Growth
Growth
Keep momentum after you're live.
Ongoing marketing, customer acquisition, and sales support to build awareness, manage engagement, and grow revenue — with optional outsourced CMO services to coordinate your complete retail strategy.
Customer acquisitionOngoing marketingOutsourced CMO
How We Engage
Plug us in where you need us.
Targeted engagement
For established brands and retailers who need senior expertise in one area — without adding headcount.
Advisory
Ongoing guidance and a second set of expert eyes on critical decisions, in flexible hourly blocks.
Questions
Services FAQ
How do I start an apparel line?
Start with foundation and strategy — a clear business plan, brand positioning, and an assortment plan — before design and technical development. Our Introductory Consulting session maps your specific first steps.
What is a tech pack, and why does it matter?
A tech pack is the detailed blueprint a factory uses to produce your garment — measurements, construction, materials, grading, and trims. A complete, accurate tech pack (we build ours in PLM with science-based fit) prevents costly sampling errors and protects your timeline.
Can you help with just one piece, like sourcing or production?
Yes. Each phase stands alone — plug us in for sourcing, technical development, assortment planning, or strategy without committing to the full program.
How much does it cost to develop a clothing brand?
It depends on the number of styles and complexity. We scope each engagement to your needs and provide a detailed proposal after an initial consultation.
Get Started
Tell us where you are. We'll show you the path forward.
Every engagement starts with a conversation about where you are and where you want to be.
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