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Hello Everyone!
I've finally given myself permission to put myself out there and see what happens. A closed mouth doesn't get fed so here we go......
I came up with this idea about a year ago and no matter how much I distract myself with other "business opportunities", this idea keeps nudging at me to pursue it. I'd appreciate it if you guys could provide so feedback.
As the title suggested, the idea is a high end shoe rental service. It would be similar to Rent-the-Runway where people would be able to rent a pair of shoes for a specific date over a 4 day period for around 10-25% of the retail cost. There's been so many times where I'd see people (mostly females) buy a nice pair of shoes for an engagement only to have them laying in the closet for years afterwards.
So my thought was I'm providing a bit of a two for one deal for folks; LOOK GREAT WHILE SAVING MONEY!
I was initially trying to start the idea with my younger cousin and a childhood friend of mine but things became way too complicated. And this morning, after reading LOTS of threads on here from the night before, I gave myself permission to try something on my own for once.
The hardest hurdle I face is inventory. The shoes are expensive so trying to figure out how to build an inventory is a little daunting. I guess I'm trying to figure out a way to do it on a small scale and move up from there if it gains traction.
I feel like this could be very viable for prom season, homecomings, weddings, fashion shows, formal functions, the list goes on.
If the shoes wind up missing or come pack damaged, I'd just charge their bank card/credit card for the full amount of the shoe.
I've asked folks what they think of the idea and around 85% of people like the concept. But that of course doesn't mean much until it's out there and they're willing to pay for the service.
Any suggestions on where I should start or if the idea is any good to begin with?
All feedback and criticism is welcomed!!!
Thanks in advance
I've finally given myself permission to put myself out there and see what happens. A closed mouth doesn't get fed so here we go......
I came up with this idea about a year ago and no matter how much I distract myself with other "business opportunities", this idea keeps nudging at me to pursue it. I'd appreciate it if you guys could provide so feedback.
As the title suggested, the idea is a high end shoe rental service. It would be similar to Rent-the-Runway where people would be able to rent a pair of shoes for a specific date over a 4 day period for around 10-25% of the retail cost. There's been so many times where I'd see people (mostly females) buy a nice pair of shoes for an engagement only to have them laying in the closet for years afterwards.
So my thought was I'm providing a bit of a two for one deal for folks; LOOK GREAT WHILE SAVING MONEY!
I was initially trying to start the idea with my younger cousin and a childhood friend of mine but things became way too complicated. And this morning, after reading LOTS of threads on here from the night before, I gave myself permission to try something on my own for once.
The hardest hurdle I face is inventory. The shoes are expensive so trying to figure out how to build an inventory is a little daunting. I guess I'm trying to figure out a way to do it on a small scale and move up from there if it gains traction.
I feel like this could be very viable for prom season, homecomings, weddings, fashion shows, formal functions, the list goes on.
If the shoes wind up missing or come pack damaged, I'd just charge their bank card/credit card for the full amount of the shoe.
I've asked folks what they think of the idea and around 85% of people like the concept. But that of course doesn't mean much until it's out there and they're willing to pay for the service.
Any suggestions on where I should start or if the idea is any good to begin with?
All feedback and criticism is welcomed!!!
Thanks in advance
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