Cincinnati Threads and Dayton Threads Designer Application
For Independent U.S.-Based Designers Only. We're accepting submissions from independent designers, artisans, and makers whose products are made in the United States, whether handmade or small-batch manufactured. Clothing, accessories, beauty products, and home goods are all welcome. Drop shipping is not permitted.
Section 1: About the Brand/Designer
Representatives Name
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First Name
Last Name
Phone Number
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E-mail
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example@example.com
Company Name
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Owner/Managers Name
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First Name
Last Name
Website: If none, type N/A
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Social Media Handles: If none, type N/A
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Section 2: Product Details
Describe your work:
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Clothing
Footwear
Handbags or accessories
Jewelry
Beauty or skincare products
Home decor
Other
Are your products made by hand, or manufactured in the U.S. by a small-batch manufacturer?
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Handmade by me or my team in the U.S.
Produced by a U.S.-based small-batch manufacturer
Combination of both
Other
Where are your products made? Please list state(s) and facility (if applicable).
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Are any parts of your production outsourced outside the U.S.? If yes, please explain.
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Do you use dropshipping to fulfill any orders?
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Yes
No
Section 3: Readiness & Presentation
Do you have a professional lookbook, high-resolution product photography, or styled shoots for your line?
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Yes
No
I need support developing these materials
Please upload images
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Are your products currently available for retail sale?
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Yes – online and/or in-store
No – launching soon
Not yet – I’m in development
What are your price points?
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Do you need support with pricing strategy or preparing your line for retail?
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Yes
No
What sizes do you offer? If not applicable, type N/A.
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Who do you design/create for?
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Men
Women
Boys
Girls
Unisex
N/A
What is unique about your design(s)/product(s) being offered?
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Do you need sewing support?
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Yes
No
Do you take custom orders? If yes, what is your turnaround time?
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Section 4: Boutique Participation
Are you applying to sell:
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E-Commerce Online: Monthly Subscription: $30; Commission: You keep 80% (DE-FI retains 20%)
Sample-Based Custom Orders: Monthly Subscription: $50; Commission: You keep 80%
Ready-to-Sell Inventory: Monthly Subscription: $60 ; Commission: You keep 80%
Hybrid Model (E-Commerce + In-Store): Monthly Subscription: $75; Commission: You keep 80%
Are you interested in additional services from the (DE-FI) Designer Incubator?
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Product photography
Lookbook development
Merchandising and packaging support
Sewing and sampling
No additional support needed at this time
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