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Women didn't always have a wide variety of options to choose from when it came to clothing. For a long time, dresses were the only part of their wardrobe. This probably makes this article of clothing the most ancient type of apparel that is still relevant today. Nowadays, we can safely say that dresses have stood the test of time and although they went through an enormous transformation, they're still a staple for most women these days. Here's what information has Statista given us on the general women's clothing and dress market: The women's apparel market is expected to reach US$1.79tn in 2024. The market is projected to grow by a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.81% until 2028. The women's dresses and skirts segment accounts for US$103bn in 2023 with a revenue per capita of US$13 in 2024. These numbers signal that there is a constant demand for women's dresses. Therefore, this can be a beneficial category to tap into when considering dropshipping apparel or planning to widen your store's selection. So, let's head to the next sections, take a closer look at this market's profitability, and go over the most popular types of women's dresses customers have been demanding.

In the role of a dropshipping supplier, BrandsGateway is devoted to building a wide network of dropshippers to whom it will deliver premium services and help them thrive in the dropshipping industry. Therefore, every story of customer success that is born from this tireless dedication and commitment is a story that BrandsGateway’s team takes pride in. As the peak holiday season is approaching, our dropshippers are preparing their marketing plans and strategies at full speed. For this reason, we decided to talk to one of our most successful dropshippers who has been part of our journey for more than a year. We took interest in knowing more about the personal and professional story before getting into the dropshipping industry and the journey with BrandsGateway. In addition, we will delve into our dropshipper's success last year and this years’ plans for the holiday season that is at our doorstep. 1. How long have you been dropshipping with BrandsGateway, and what made you decide to work with us? I joined in April of 2020 when I lost my bank job due to the Covid-19 pandemic. I had some previous experience with eCommerce dropshipping from platforms like Oberlo but decided early on that I didn’t want to continue with suppliers from China. I researched high ticket categories and suppliers that could offer fast shipping, and that is when I discovered BrandsGateway. I was intrigued by the brands you offered and the high-profit margins.

Once you've familiarized yourself with what is dropshipping, it's time to continue finding good dropshipping suppliers for your business. When you type into Google the keyword "dropshipping supplier," your search results will come close to 5.5 million which is an overwhelming number when you're looking for the best fit for your store. Now the question of "How do I find the best match?" rightfully comes into your mind. There are certain key considerations you need to focus on when choosing your suppliers. So, in this article, we'll focus on questions and evaluation points you need to ask your prospective suppliers to make sure they tick off all the boxes.