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Many people want clothes that fit well, match their personal style, and last longer. But most of us don’t know a skilled tailor or a reliable place to buy quality fabric. At the same time, local tailors and fabric shops often struggle to find customers because they depend on word-of-mouth . This gap pushes people to buy ready-made fast fashion, which often doesn’t fit perfectly. 

 

Fashion apps today mostly sell mass-produced, ready-made clothes. Online marketplaces rarely focus on custom-made fashion or local tailoring services.  Also any altration related issues. Tailors and fabric stores often don’t have websites or online portfolios, making them invisible to potential customers. Even where platforms exist, they don’t combine tailor profiles, fabric catalogs, and easy communication in one place. This leaves a big opportunity for a platform like stich connect.

By creating a platform that connects customers directly with tailors and fabric sellers, we can  support local businesses, and make custom fashion easier.

 

WHO GETS BENEFITED?
Customers: Get unique, perfectly fitting clothes and access to a variety of fabrics.
Tailors: Show their work, reach more people, and build a steady client base.
Fabric Shops/Suppliers: Sell more fabric without spending heavily on marketing.
Community & Environment: Supports local craftsmanship, reduces fast fashion waste, and encourages thoughtful consumption.
 
 
I’ve noticed so many talented tailors and fabric shops in my community who don’t get enough customers. At the same time, I see people buying clothes that don’t fit right or go unused. I believe a direct connection between customers, tailors, and fabric sellers can empower small businesses, reduce clothing waste, and help people express their style sustainably.
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  • Poor images or unclear fabric descriptions can lead to confusion about texture, color, and feel.
  • Customers may expect designer-level finishing or fast turnaround that small tailors can’t always meet
  • Customers may hesitate to try a new tailor or fabric seller without guarantees of quality, timely delivery, or proper fitting.
  • Each region may have different tailoring traditions, fabrics, and pricing, making expansion harder.
  • If the platform charges tailors/sellers too much, they may leave.
  • Even with custom tailoring, small fitting issues can arise, and managing alterations online could be complicated.
  • Customers are used to ready-made options that deliver quickly. Waiting for stitching or custom orders might reduce interest.
  • Handling measurements, delivery, and alterations remotely may create confusion or extra costs.
  • This is such a great idea! It really makes sense — people get better-fitting clothes, and local tailors finally get the recognition they deserve. It’s a win-win for both style and sustainability.
  • This is a really good idea, it helps people get better-fitting, unique clothes while supporting local tailors and reducing waste. But it might be challenging to manage quality control, build trust between customers and tailors, and handle delivery or fitting issues smoothly.
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