Hi Smart Folks, I have read that The Palms and Silver Bird Galleria attracts window shoppers while that City Mall has more buyers compare to the prvoisly mentioned two. How true is this?

A friend (previous boutique owner) thinks renting a space and servicing it yourself cost so much and the stress associated with it is insane. Do you think a retail space in a nice shopping/commercial building in VI or Ikoyi, for classy boutique will be better than the Malls?

Does anyone know relative estimates of what rent for a store in any of these 3 malls (Silver Bird, City Mall and The Palms) will cost?
Thank you so much, this info is highly needed and I appreciate your repsonses in advance.

I want to open a Wholesale Business in Lagos, to sell to markets like Yaba and Balogun.

However since I live overseas and am not in the position to physically see what is in most demand, and I am doing my business plan and just want a lil help.
I wanted to ask if anyone knew what was most demanded things in those markets for them to sell retail?

Thank you Be blessed Guys.

What about the ban on clothing? Will you be able to have the children clothes shipped home with no problems?

Are the importation of all clothing, shoes and handbags still banned in Nigeria?

@ Kirkie, Thank you. I didn't think on those lines. But yeah it is true those hardware things are in demand with all the developments.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY ARE THE MOST DEMANDED PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET. I KNOW WE NEED SOAP AND TOILET TISSUE AND DETERGENT TO GET BY. BUT WHAT ARE MOST DEMANDED AND THAT HAS ROOM TO MAKE MONEY NOW IN NIGERIA WHEN PROVIDED?

THX

no i ma serious someone is willing to make it available to nigerians. all diamonds are not that expensive and all folks can't afford to travel abroad to buy jewels. lol

Is there any good jewelery store in lagos that sells fine white gold and diamond jeweleries?

Like when people want to engage the girlfriends, buy Christmas or birthday gifts and want diamonds,
do they have to travel to get them?

the weather is warm now since it is summer. do you currently work in fashion at all. why are you interested in fashion?

female, i am in america, looking to move to nig by the end of this year. r u male or female, where are u?

do you want to draw/sketch or become a designer? stick to your focus you might meet a person you can partner with who has an eye and mind for deisigning but is not good at translating it on paper. i am like that, i love and know fashion and want to become a designer but can not translate my vision on paper. and there are many people like me.

Insist on Signing official contracts, so you can work for more than one designer. It can be your own business. Some people can be trusted. Internationally you are likely not to hear back, the want local artist and there are talented people every where, so make use of the place you are. Go in faith.

OK. SOUNDS LIKE U WANT TO WORK FOR DESIGNERS. THERE ARE MANY DESIGNERS WITH THE IDEA AND CAN NOT TRANSLATE IS VERY WELL IN SKETCHES.

ARE U GOOD AT THIS AND COULD USE IT AS A PROFESSION?

What are you planning to sell and to whom?

Hi, You might want to do a contract with them. If your offer is good and as time goes on they may have it better with you than finding their own clients. See they are on Salary with you and commission however you choose to do it. But that income is stable, it is your problem if your cleints do not pay you, nbut the tailors will be cool knowing that they don't have to chase after customers for their money. So you need to brainstorm in order to lock them in. I believe you need to start talking to other nationalities from these countires and they can refer you or help you to go and seek out good tailors. Keep us posted for I am interested too.

I want to go natural but I am so use to using relaxer and so I am afraid I willl not be able to manage my own hair. I am not sure what products to use and what style will look good on me.

I have been asking the same question about finding tailors in nigeria too start my line. i know tiffany amber mentioned b4 that she has tailors from ghana. so look into it as well. goodluck

@ Redsun I agree, it is not everyday one has occasion to go to. Maybe some folks are so popular that they have parties to attend but I know that the majority need everyday clothes. so that is an amazing idea, Goodluck.

Ah ya. sorry o, Time heals, meditate, pray, u have a reason to live beleive me u will be a inspiration to someone with this. Peace be to your heart. Peace

@ Piscean thx for the info.

@ SPOILT, thx but what is "i thought you mean okrika." I know u are being funny , but I am not Nigerian so I didnt get the joke. lol

@ D Truth, Donan, Thx a lot

@ Hannydarl THX, I would like to sell in Mid market and high, example is like the jeans I want to sell, they are retailing for $150.00 to 300.00 and sometimes more, however big boys and girls wear them in Nig a lot so I know that it will sell to them.
For the range of 2000.00 to 15,000.00 which was highly advised here, I would say that will cater to students which seems to be the market with more consumers.

@ JIDEBIZ, thank you so much, God is in control. I will succeed with his hands upholding me thru this jorney b4 it even begun.

What would u guys say the rent is like for a boutique/store space at the palms or Silverbird Galleria? Are those the best location in Nigeria? Thank you

Thank you guys so much, i will come back with responds to your comments.

@ Globalaid, thx. I am not in Nigeria now, but will hold on to your phone num, better yet pls send you email as well. I am interested in selling wholesale but need to know how well it is likely to d in Nigeria.
How well would you say selling clothes and shoes wholesale in Nigeria to the local market will do?

@ Babycool and SOJ Thanks, I see about the fabric.

Babycool, where are you and where are u inporting clothes from? How is selling clothes wholesale to the local market like in Lagos?

Hi Guys, I am hoping to get some ideas on how much/ salary ranges for sales people in highend stores/boutique in lagos.
And salaries for Accountants for a business with different sections, Overall accountant.

Thank you guys

@ Obamedo, lol I am a foreigner trying to relocate by the end of the year, so these are questions I need answers to. Egoldman and the rest you guys are right, if the means are not there to back the purpose of the Ban then what happens? It loses its ground. Thx guys, even if there is not a Ban you have to pribe at port of entry for your goods. lol

Can clothing and shoes still be ordered from other countries into Nigeria, despite the Ban on certain products?
How much do you guys think the rent annually will be for a Store in a highend areas like Ikoyi and VI.

Thank you

Thx Kelly and Mansa. Kelly are you in Nigeria, is there as website?

How much do you guys think the rent annually will be for a Store in a highend areas like Ikoyi and VI.

Thank you

Thx Teslim, I hope some other members can come up with other estimates.

Hi Guys, I am hoping to get some ideas on how much/ salary ranges for sales persons gets paid in a highend boutique in lagos.
And salaries for accountants for a business, that has more than one sector. Overall accountant.

Thank you guys

I am looking to start a clothing line in Nigeria ad was wondering if there are good local tailors and seamstresses to make my designs perfectly like it was made abroad. I intend to buy the finishing and sewing machines needed to ensure the perfection.

How can one get very good tailors and seamstresses in Nigeria, or are tailors brought in from neighboring countries. Please help me I am not in nIgeria and am not Nigerian either. All of you input will be appreciated.

Is Ikeja for highend boutique or or low to med end? I would think for good quality clothes at high prices, like clothes like true religion or 7 for all mankind designer jeans, would do well on the Island or Ikoyi. WHat do you guys think?