[mezurashi]

Please visit my site: http://www.foxistar.com

I am a young entreprenuer. I am 18yrs.old and a Political Science student. My company makes one-of-a-kind bags. Please check out my site. And help me by giving me contact persons that could help me build my dreams. My merchandises are available at I LOVE YOU STORE www.fashionwillsavetheworld.tk

My contact infos are at my site. For interested parties for retail just gimme a ring. And for magazine writers just reach me through my mobile. I hope in little ways you people would help me.


Thanks,
Chris Dela Torre
agogoph@yahoo.com
+63 (917) 8957749

[mezurashi]

pls give comments!!!!!!!!!!!!

[mezurashi]

pls chck the site and you might like some of our lovable bags.thx


www.foxistar.com

[gemini_bwoy]

Originally posted by threed
Please understand that I do not, in any way, mean you any un-kindness...I would never have one of those.
Maybe I am wrong, but to me they look like a pair of pants off an eight year old child.And when I think, "child","pants", I seem to think about Michael Jackson, hence the term "child molester."

Your bags may be great in your country, and maybe children here in America would love one, but for a single woman with no children..."sorry charley"

Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.
So dont despair mezurashi, I am sure thats they are lots of potenital buyers just waiting to see your uniqueness.
How else do you advertise?

[jimmiejo]

There's no need to appologize Chyrl or even buy the product if it doesn't suit your tastes. Honestly, I would never want to be caught carrying one of those. Mainly because it's not my style, and I think it'd make some people question my sexuality. lol. But I'm not the market. And that's good, because the last thing you want to do is try to satisfy everyone.

The GIGANTIC PROBLEM I see with the site/products is the prices are waaaay too low. $10 for such a fine handmade product. ONE OF A KIND! It's a limited edition fashion statement that should have such an image and price associated with it. Pick up this month's copy of INC magazine, big story on pricing.

Now, you are in the Phillipines, and it seems that's the only place you're trying to reach, so the prices could be appropriate for that market. I know in the US and Canada you could be fetching in the $100 range with some work on luxurizing (is that even a word?) the product and giving it a more refined look.

Your site does give off a $10 feel. If you were looking to sell the product in other parts of the world and create a pricier image for it, then the site definitely needs a rehaul. But again, that style site might work in your area. You'll be able to tell us based upon whether or not you're selling any products.

I think the products are a good start, and open up a lot of opportunity for similar products such as wallets, backpacks, luggage, etc... But the professionalism of the products needs some work. They do seem really hand made. That could work for you if you're trying to push them at flea markets or on a local basis. But if you have any plans for expansion, even if you do only make one-of-a-kinds, you can refine the products to give them more of a designer, less shabby look.

You're on your way, and with lots of work, and hopefully many more honests critiques much like mine, you'll do great.

[mezurashi]

first of all, i am Christopher Dela Torre.

Thank you so much with all the comments.. I never thought of there will be an issue about mothers, etc...we use children pants but mostly we use adult pants. In terms of price, we give a just price... $10 in US maybe is merely $10, right? But here in our country it is more than just $10...to have an idea how big it is, there are families living below a $1 for one day.. Besides, when it will be shipped there it will cost more...and as an entrepreneur one of our company values is honesty. I price justly because i value money..with the SEXUALITY thing...sexuality is not based on what you wear,etc...there are straight guys who use make-ups and that doesnt make them less of a man...and there are gays who marry and has children..and dude, i am a man and i use my bag. we have bags for guys and bags for girls...so we put a line on who may carry it or not..but again, if a guy want the HOTPINK bag..i would not stop him...i honestly appreciate your comments..i promise to put all your comments in my mind.thank you.

[mezurashi]

another thing i want to point out...you most likely be wearing a denim pants(jeans)...you see, it used to be exclusive for men...but now girls wear them as well...remember this; people remember those who are different. Chirst was a rebel(deviant) back in his days.. Hitler was also a rebel. Martin Luther King...No commoner made an impact...history is all about people who did not fear to be different..to fight for it...and die for it...one day..if there will be one hollywood star to use my bags...i know it will be somthing people would like..we all are different. but this difference is something common to all of us.

[gemini_bwoy]

hey Christopher,

im just wondering how else do you advertise because I have a feeling that this is the only way. Im not really in bags, just wanna help you out if I can.

[mezurashi]

hi! aside from joining forums...i was featured in a couple of local magazines..there is no clear advertising plan yet...im thinking of giving out flyers...but im focusing in getting media attention since it is free and easier.

[ericesquire]

To be really honest, this product is VERY unique and has potential, but you need to raise your prices. $10 per bag? This type of specialty fashion is driven more by exclusivity than price.

What I'm trying to say is that if you price it at $10/pop, people will instantly attribute that to poor build quality, cheap materials, sweat shop labor, etc. - it's just the industries stereotype. Even if you're just giving people a good deal on a quality product, they may not ever get the chance to know that because they'll ignore your product entirely.

You're better off pricing these much higher, I'd say around $50-$100 depending on the bag (definately do NOT price them all the same).

This goes without much research, as it is your business. But I've been around the fashion business for a while and being a fashion forward person myself, this is my thought process and it will be the thought of others like myself.

Just my opinion

Anyone else care to comment on it?

[mezurashi]

actually we will be increasing the prices since it does not meet our monthly expenses..i do understand your point...i will look into that matter...but $100??! thx! its a nice complement...but you know what? $100 is equal to php5500...hehe..good money.. but definitely i will increase the price..but you see, when you order is, it will cost you a bit higher...plus tax...so the $10 bag will cost you around 25 or so...i dunno...i have no idea...it really helps wen u guys tell me these stuffs...im a political science student and i am only 18...so i basically all my entrepreneurial skills thru experience...pls flow in more comments! thx