Fashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms

241: Should You Have Set Package Rates as A Freelance Fashion Designer?


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Starting with set package rates might feel tempting, but it’s like trying to sew a wedding dress on your first try—it’s better to start small and build up your skills.

In today's episode, I'll share a better strategy for finding your pricing sweet spot and how to handle those tricky conversations when clients think your rates are too high.  We'll uncover the nuances of custom versus package pricing, how to gauge client reactions, and strategies to ensure your services demonstrate clear value and more.

Boost your confidence and revenue as a freelance fashion designer by hitting play to learn these strategies for pricing and communicating your value.

Resources:
How to Raise Your Freelance Rates in Fashion 💸 (with word for word scripts)
How Much Do Fashion Freelancers Charge? (100+ Real-Life Examples)
3 Ways to Calculate Your Freelance Rate for Fashion Designers

About Elexis:
Based in Atlanta, Elexis is a women’s contemporary designer blending innovation with timeless elegance. With experience at top brands like Milano Di Rouge, Dolls Kill, and J.Crew, she creates trendsetting pieces that empower women. Passionate about the creative process, she sees design as storytelling and problem-solving. When not designing, Elexis draws inspiration from Atlanta’s vibrant energy.

Connect with Elexis:
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