Consultation Packages – Strategic Multi-Expert Support

Our Launch Direction programs are designed to give fashion founders the clarity, alignment, and confidence to move forward — whether you’re at the idea stage or finalising your first collection.

Each tier is built to deliver strategic insight without unnecessary commitments, helping you avoid costly mistakes and set a solid foundation.

Choose from three tiers of multi-specialist consulting tailored to your stage of brand development. Each package brings together the expertise of our Brand Strategist, Commercial Strategist, Marketing Specialist, and Production Manager to provide you with clear direction before you invest in branding, design, or production.

Tier 1: Launch Direction – Essentials

Investment: £1,300 + VAT

Prices shown are exclusive of VAT. VAT applies only to clients based in the UK.

A focused consulting format designed to give early-stage founders clarity and direction before committing to branding, production, or full strategy development.

Includes:

  • One 2-hour live session with a Brand Strategist, Commercial Strategist, and Marketing Specialist

  • Internal CSS team review and alignment session (30-45 minutes)

  • 1-page Strategic Summary outlining high-level recommendations and next steps

    What this package delivers:

  • Strategic guidance on directional pricing structure and positioning opportunities

  • Evaluation of wholesale vs. direct-to-consumer pathways, with reference to your brand’s product, price point, and target audience

  • ⁠Directional input on how to define your core offer and launch concept

  • Clarity on what needs to be validated before investing in branding, design, or production

  • High-level insight from three specialists to help you make informed early decisions

  • This package is designed to give direction and expert insight, not a detailed strategic plan.

It offers focused input across key areas of your business to help you move forward confidently.

Tier 2: Launch Direction – Full Immersion

Investment: £2,300 + VAT

Prices shown are exclusive of VAT. VAT applies only to clients based in the UK.

A comprehensive, multi-specialist consulting package that brings full clarity across brand concept, business model, go-to-market strategy, and production direction.

Ideal for founders preparing for launch who want to move forward with alignment across all areas.

Includes:

  • Four expert-led sessions:

  • Kick-off Strategy Session (2 hours): Brand Strategist, Commercial Strategist, and Marketing Specialist to identify brand positioning, commercial vision, and market opportunities

  • Commercial Deep Dive (1 hour): Focused session with the Commercial Strategist to explore monetisation options, assortment focus, and revenue potential

  • Production Feasibility Consultation (1 hour): Led by CSS Production Manager to align production approach with your commercial goals

  • ⁠⁠Final Launch Roadmap Presentation (1 hour): Brand Strategist and Marketing Specialist walk you through your written roadmap, answer questions, and outline next steps

  • Internal CSS Team Alignment Session (between sessions) to ensure recommendations are cohesive and realistic

  • 2-page Launch Roadmap (PDF) summarising key decisions, guidance, and recommended next steps across brand, commercial, marketing, and production

What this package delivers:

  • Multi-disciplinary guidance from brand, marketing, commercial, and production experts

  • Clarity on market positioning, commercial approach, and business model (wholesale vs DTC)

  • Realistic recommendations on product development and production direction

  • Strategic alignment between creative vision and commercial potential

  • A structured path forward without committing to full-scale strategy development

This package provides clear direction, not a full strategic rollout.

It is ideal for founders who want to sharpen their vision and set a solid foundation before investing further.

Tier 3: Launch Direction – Creative & Commercial Alignment

Investment: £3,200 + VAT

Prices shown are exclusive of VAT. VAT applies only to clients based in the UK.

The ultimate pre-launch consulting package for founders who want both commercial clarity and creative direction.

Ideal if you have designs, moodboards, or even just an idea, and want to ensure your creative vision is fully aligned with market realities and production feasibility.

Includes everything in Tier 2, plus:

  • Creative Direction Consultation (up to 2 hours) with Designer and Brand Strategist, adapted to your stage:

  • If you have designs: assessment of collection cohesion, market alignment, material suitability, and directional pricing considerations (not a full pricing strategy)

  • If you have moodboards/concepts: refinement and alignment with commercial and production realities

  • ⁠If you’re starting from an idea: a mini concept-to-collection roadmap to prepare for production readiness

  • ⁠Launch Readiness Checklist, Creative Edition (up to 2 hours)

  • Expanded with creative and design readiness points such as visual alignment, collection consistency, and sourcing progress - integrated into your Launch Roadmap for a complete overview of both business and creative readiness.

What this package delivers:

  • All the commercial, brand, and production clarity of Tier 2

  • ⁠Creative validation and refinement, ensuring your collection or concept is market-ready

  • Strategic alignment between aesthetic vision, target audience, and production plan

  • A detailed, integrated plan covering both business and creative readiness

Unsure Where to Begin?

Not certain which package best fits your current brand stage?

Schedule a complimentary 15-minute clarity call with a CSS specialist. We’ll help you identify the right level of support to match your goals.

How It Works

1

Select Your Consultation

Pick a session that aligns with your needs and fill out a quick form.

2

Initial Discussion

We’ll clarify your goals and tailor the session to provide maximum value.

3

2-Hour Deep-Dive Session

An in-depth consultation (online or in-person) with actionable advice.

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Receive a step-by-step guide with clear next steps for implementation.
Your Personalized Action Plan

Book Your Launch Direction Package

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