Fashion retailer H&M has announced that it will be launching 'Creator Studio,' an all-new B2B platform and service designed for creators in the merchandise industry. Key to the new platform will be on-demand printing services.
According to the company, 'Creator Studio' was developed to satisfy the recent desire of customers and businesses for greater flexibility, personalization, and choice in terms of custom-made clothing and other retail goods. In addition, H&M recognized that the fashion space was heading towards more personalized business models, as evident by the rise of on-demand services such as Weekday's bespoke jean offering, which utilizes 3D printing technology.
A recent press released states that with 'Creator Studio,' the company looks "to create a new standard for merchandise through technology." H&M plans to team up with a few select brands and creators to scale the new platform to offer unique, personalized shopping experiences.
Bespoke On-Demand Fashion Platforms
H&M Launches B2B Retail Platform Called 'Creator Studio'
Trend Themes
1. Bespoke On-demand Fashion - Fashion brands launching on-demand platforms with printing services for personalization, catering to customers' desire for custom-made clothing.
2. B2B Retail Platform - Fashion brands launching B2B platforms for creators in the merchandise industry to collaborate and offer personalized goods
3. Personalized Business Models - Fashion brands adopting personalized business models with on-demand services and 3D printing technology to offer bespoke merchandise.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Fashion brands are launching on-demand platforms and services using new technologies, disrupting traditional business models.
2. Merchandise Industry - New B2B platforms and services are being established for creators to collaborate and scale personalized retail offerings.
3. Printing Industry - Increased demand for on-demand personalized fashion is driving innovation in digital and 3D printing services.