Hello ladies! Its been a good 2 months since I posted something here and I thought since tonight I am nursing this very odd gastric (I took pills in hope it will be okay) and I cannot sleep, I might as well do a blog post now!
Since 19th July when Kaylene - Plus Size Designer Boutique has reopened her doors to you, we have been settling down pretty fast. It was really crazy and almost everyday we worked really hard to make sure things will settle down ASAP. Stocks arrangements is one huge issue on top of the massive stock take. Preparing for our online sales is also another issue. We STILL are lacking some vital tools to complete the unit but for now we are counting our blessings in every possible ways. Afterall, one step at a time right?
I have been in the shop almost everyday since early July and yes thank God for awesome people, past few weeks was good, I get to have 2 days rest (but I dont 'rest rest'... how is it EVER possible?! Not complaining though... enjoying max!) Things are really settling and during these period, we constantly asked customers if they liked the new premise. Their response? They LOVE it. The only glitche to this beautiful place is that we have a flight of steps and customers find it tiring... I know ladies! It is tiring, but this is the best place we can find. Although they hate the steps, the moment they enter this spacious unit, they melt. In this gorgeous place, we have ample space to relax and rest with refreshments like Nespresso coffee machine, soft drinks, water and even 2 huge bowls of sweets and chocolates! We have solved the aircon issue and had fixed up fans and now the boutique is so much cooler, sometimes even cold... All are really falling into places and I am very thankful for that.
Stocks wise has been more or less been settled as well as now we have firmed up with new factories to produce more pieces for our customers. We HEAR you requests too, by increasing our sizes from XS to XXXL which is a whopping 7 sizes! It is indeed a big deal from the old 4 sizes to now 7 sizes.. Increasing sizes is not a fun thing to do although we felt it was extremely necessary. Increasing sizes actually means we have to increase our quantity per designs and it can be really tormenting in terms of the budget. The Kaylene Babes and I ALWAYS debate on this issue but in the end we really felt it was necessary to work on 7 sizes in order to cater to the needs of a plus size lady. We have significantly cut down on 'Free Sizes' as we do feel that it is not true one size fits all.... It is not easy! But we are weaning off, bit by bit, step by step...
Finance wise, hmmm... lets just say we are very thankful for very good suppliers and factories who allowed us to clear of bills bit by bit. While I am still having a huge load of bills that yet to be paid, it is heartwarming to know that I am almost debt free soon... I just need a couple of weeks and I believe I can clear up all the $$$... Except my boss.. his bill... has to wait a little longer la! But on a serious note.... Thank God I am clearing off these huge debts in no time and I am so looking forward to a fresh new start! In case you are wondering, YES it takes alot of money to build this brand new place. With higher rental, higher electricity, doubled increase in stocks and more and more money spent on our designs, it is unavoidable to incurr a debt. But we are positive with it and hence still went ahead with the expansion despite the prediction of this problem.
So you can see, things ARE REALLY falling into place and I am loving this place. Kaylene is now a respectable plus size designer boutique with ladies across the globe visiting us. In just 1 week, we have tourists from Germany, Indonesia and Australia! How awesome is that? We are counting our blessings though, proud of the achievements but humbled by the opportunities given...
Thank you for being such a wonderful person supporting us all the way. You indeed has seen us grow and through your love stretched us into making ourselves better for you. For the new customers, Thank you for trusting us and allowing us to dress you. This is extremely heartwarming to know and we will keep working on impressing you with our designs. We want to let you know that it is you who makes us evolve to where we are today. We aim to impress you with our own designs and match your status. Because we know you are unique and special and we want to do this together with you... Thank you once again for all that goodness that is happening upon us.
(okay, I need to rest. This gastro meds IS NOT working...))
Till then ladies!
Good night!
