The UAE, with its vibrant fashion scene and cosmopolitan culture, has become a hub for fashion design consultancy. With a growing economy, fueled by an affluent population, the fashion market is thriving.
Both international brands and talented local designers dominate the market. With e-commerce and digital fashion, the increasing importance of online platforms and digital fashion has created new opportunities for fashion consultancies. This dynamic industry has created opportunities for fashion design consultancies to find their niche in the market and make an impact.
Sustainability is a key factor as well. The growing emphasis on sustainability and ethical fashion has led to a demand for consultancy services that can help brands adopt sustainable practices. Entrepreneurs in this field must keep up with rapidly changing fashion trends, understand the impact of economic fluctuations on the global market, and stay ahead of new technologies at play in the fashion world.
For an entrepreneur looking to set up a fashion design consultancy, here’s the business activity you can choose under your business license.
9609.12 – Fashion design consultancy
A fashion design consultancy provides expert advice and guidance to fashion brands, designers, and individuals. These consultancies can offer a wide range of services, from brand development and collection planning to market research and production management.
Key services that a fashion design consultancy offers are brand development, collection development by assisting in design considering trends and target markets, and trend forecasting by identifying and analysing emerging trends, along with market research. A fashion design consultancy also provides guidance on product design, materials selection, and manufacturing processes. They can assist clients in sourcing materials, finding manufacturers, and optimising the production process. Further down the supply line, they provide advice on marketing and promotion strategies, along with managing public relations.
Both exciting and challenging, fashion design consultancies play a crucial role in helping fashion brands and designers navigate the complexities of the fashion industry. By providing expert advice and guidance, these consultancies can contribute to the success and growth of fashion businesses.
Note that this business activity excludes veterinary activities and activities of fitness centres.
Third-party Approval: Business activity 9609.12 is exempt from this requirement
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9609.12 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9609.12 is exempt from this requirement
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