Santa Monica, CA
The business side of a fashion brand — production strategy, sourcing and cost planning for Santa Monica founders who care how it is made.
Santa Monica is known for its independent, wellness-minded, and sustainability-focused brands, and that spirit shows up often in the fashion businesses launching there. L.A. Rag Maker, led by fashion business consultant George Arrington, helps Santa Monica founders build the business side of their brand — from production strategy to factory sourcing — without losing sight of the values that shaped their idea in the first place.
With more than 40 years of experience across Los Angeles apparel manufacturing, George helps Santa Monica brands make smart, practical decisions about sourcing, pricing, and production planning. Whether you’re building a sustainable apparel line, a wellness-adjacent lifestyle brand, or a more traditional fashion label, a fashion business consultant in Santa Monica helps you avoid the operational mistakes that quietly drain time and money in a brand’s early years.
Santa Monica founders often care as much about how a product is made as what it looks like. George Arrington’s guidance reflects that:
Helping Santa Monica brands build a production plan that matches their values and budget.
Connecting founders with manufacturers that fit specific quality, ethical, or sustainability priorities where possible.
Setting up practical systems for inventory and supply chain as the business grows.
One-on-one guidance for founders making key early-stage business decisions.
Focused on the operational side, not just design.
Understanding of sustainability and quality priorities.
Clear expectations before you commit to production.
Access to vetted manufacturers across the LA region.
Share your brand's goals and priorities.
Review your product, budget, and current production stage.
Receive a business-focused production roadmap.
Introductions to manufacturers that fit your needs.
Guidance through sampling and your first run.
Planning ahead for scaling and future collections.
L.A. Rag Maker supports fashion businesses in Santa Monica and the surrounding area, including:
Ready to build the operational foundation for your fashion brand? Contact George Arrington to schedule a consultation.
