Fashion business consulting to grow profitable, investor-ready brands.

Helping fashion founders turn creative vision into profitable, sustainable businesses.

“Only 45% of fashion brands survive their first 2 years. Only 5% last 5 years.’’

— Business Insider

Don’t become a statistic

Business Consulting for Fashion Brands of All Sizes

Beat the odds. Grow with confidence — backed by real strategy, not guesswork.

Free Guide:
Build a Fashion Brand That Sells

  • Learn fashion manufacturing fundamentals

  • Create a financial strategy that supports real growth — not just a budget

  • Build a brand that emotionally connects with your audience

  • Get a step-by-step roadmap from design to SOLD OUT launches

Created by a sustainable fashion consultant and EU manufacturer CEO with 500+ successful product launches.

How We Can Help

Our consultancy specialises in business strategy, financial planning, and growth for creative entrepreneurs and fashion brands.

We’ll help you build a profitable brand.

Aspiring Entrepreneurs:
Develop a solid business plan, create financial projections, get investment and prepare for a successful launch in the competitive fashion industry.

Growing Brands:
Streamline operations, optimise cash flow, and create scalable strategies to boost sales, profitability and achieve long-term success.

Established Businesses:
Address challenges in cost management, operations, and scaling to expand into new markets while maintaining financial stability

Sofia Athanasiou

Sustainable fashion business consultant, founder of Fashion Brand Advisor and owner of an EU fashion manufacturer.

A qualified MBA with a Masters in Finance and practical specialisations in business building, marketing, management and production management.

10+

Years of manufacturing and business building experience

500+

Successful production projects of designer handbags and small leather goods for fashion brands and fashion designers

2,000+

CEO of an EU fashion manufacturer with production capacity of 2000+ units/month

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Overcome Fashion Business Challenges

  • Start your launch with money in the bank

    We provide you with a financial model crafted to top consultancy firm standards, complete with real-world projections, company valuation, and a professional pitch deck. We’ll help you launch with a solid financial strategy and the resources to turn your vision into reality.

  • Balancing sustainability with profitability

    We can help you implement circular business models, DPP (Digital Product Passport), optimise production processes, source eco-friendly materials, and find partners that share your values, all while keeping your brand profitable and your customers loyal.

  • Finding ethical and reliable manufacturers

    Sourcing high-quality, ethical manufacturers can feel overwhelming in today’s global supply chain. Our trusted network of sustainable suppliers ensures your brand values align with the quality and ethics your customers expect.

  • Managing sales and staying on schedule

    Production delays can disrupt your launch plans and cost you sales. Our proven strategies streamline communication with manufacturers, improve workflow efficiency, and on-time delivery for your collections.

  • Avoid unexpected costs

    Budget overruns and hidden costs can derail your fashion business before it takes off. We help you plan smarter with precise budgeting, financial business planning, waste reduction strategies, and transparent cost management so you stay in control.

  • Stand out in a competitive market

    The fashion industry is saturated, making it harder to stand out. We help you craft unique brand strategy, build clear unique selling propositions (USPs), and position your business to attract the right customers and build loyalty.

Tailored Consulting Packages for Strategic Growth and Profitability

1 Hour Session

  • ✓ Get clarification and implementable recommendations, on specific challenges. Save money and time with Fashion Brand Advisor

  • ✓ Get immediate advice on your next steps

£97

Clarity & Strategy Session

  • ✓ Pre-session diagnostic using the Business Clarity Framework™

  • ✓ Live 1:1 audit + 90-day action plan

  • ✓ Direction, structure & next steps
    you can implement

£250

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Accelerator Program

  • ✓ 9-week 1:1 tailored program

  • ✓ Personalized strategy, financial & marketing guidance

  • ✓ Tools & confidence to grow smarter

  • ✓ Only 3 spots open per quarter

£2,997

£333 per week

Ongoing Business Support

Strategic partner to help you grow, restructure, or scale your brand:

  • ✓ Monthly strategy calls (2 or 4)

  • ✓ Ongoing email support (Mon–Fri)

  • ✓ Custom priorities & launch plan

  • ✓ Private Notion dashboard

Limited availability
By application only

What People Say

  • “Unlike many consultants who speak in broad terms and aren't industry specific, Sofia truly understands the fashion business. If you get the chance to work with her, make sure to hit record and take plenty of notes!”

    Alona L.
    Apparel Manufacturer, USA
    @    michigan_apparel_manufacturer
    reviewed: 1-hour session
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • “I felt like Sofia asked me the questions that were extremely important in starting a fashion business, questions I didn't even think about. She provided me with some creative ideas on how to scale a business without investing too much money into it. I felt less intimidated too because Sofia understood the things I was going through and made me feel good even though I am not where I want to be.. When she asked me all of these questions, I felt like I was able to understand my goals and business more. I felt super inspired and am looking forward to working together in the near future.”

    Ariana V.
    Designer & Owner of EXO ALIEN and Dancing Dog Couture, USA
    @    exo.alien
    reviewed: Clarity & Strategy Session
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • “I am incredibly happy that I turned to you for help. Because only a person who has already been through all this and works with it every day can really help and point me in the right direction. You have become a important part of my project, without which it would not exist. And the next one is very soon, so I hope that you will always find a place for me in your calendar.”

    Ksenia Gnutova
    FashionStylist & Entrepreneur, Germany
    @    kseniagnutova
    reviewed: Accelerator Program
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Need a serious business plan for your Brand or Clothing Line?

We Help You Launch Right.
Build a business that sells — not just a brand that looks good.

''Fashion is a two sided business – from one side its creativity and art, from another it’s business, strategy, manufacturing and a lot of numbers. To create a successful brand all the pieces of the puzzle must be connected''

— Sofia Athanasiou,
Fashion Business Consultant

FAQs

  • A fashion business consultant offers a range of services including manufacturing consulting, financial planning/optimisation, brand positioning, fundraising and strategic growth support, tailored to both startups and established fashion brands.

  • The 9-week Accelerator Program includes business plan development, basic financial planning, market positioning, and execution strategies, all tailored to the unique needs of your fashion brand.

  • Yes, for startups, our Accelerator Program program is the most suitable option. For established companies, we tailor the process to meet their specific needs. Book a free 30-minute consultation to discover the right solution for you.

  • A fashion startup consultant helps new brands by aligning design with production, selecting the right manufacturers, managing production timelines, and ensuring cost-effective solutions to avoid budget overruns

  • Clear communication is crucial. A fashion business consultant guides you through the process, ensuring your design vision is accurately conveyed and executed by the manufacturer. sampling

  • A free consultation allows you to assess your brand’s specific needs and understand how a fashion business consultant can support your goals, whether you're launching a new brand or scaling an existing one.

  • The right consulting package depends on your brand’s stage and specific needs. Options range from 1-hour consultations, where you can get answers to your specific questions, to in-depth sessions and comprehensive mentoring programs designed to support various aspects of brand development and growth.

  • A fashion business consultant implements strategies to streamline production processes, closely manage timelines, and address potential issues before they cause delays, ensuring your brand’s deadlines are met.

  • A fashion business consultant helps startups create a sustainable financial plan by providing budgeting strategies, cost management advice, and financial forecasting to ensure long-term profitability

  • With over a decade of experience, Sofia Athanasiou brings together a proven track record of success in fashion production and business, offering sustainable and strategic business practices tailored to every stage of your brand’s journey

  • Yes, Sofia Athanasiou can work with you if you're from another industry. She has worked with entrepreneurs and start-ups from a different niche showing very good results. You can book a free consultation or send an email to see if Sofia can help you.

Ready to turbocharge your brand?