Online plus size clothing store

Customers in larger sizes across Australia, including regional areas where plus size choice in shops is limited.

You buy stock at wholesale prices and sell at retail prices. Profit comes from the markup, minus shipping, returns, payment fees and advertising costs.

• Choosing stock that suits your customers
• Basic online shop setup and social media
• Friendly customer service and handling returns
• Keeping track of stock and costs

• You will need an ABN, and check when you must register for GST based on your turnover
• Check Australian Consumer Law rules on refunds, returns and accurate product descriptions
• Unsold stock ties up cash, so start with small orders and a limited range
• Fit problems can cause many returns, so give detailed measurements and size guides
• Check whether you need council approval if you store stock at home

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your opening stock, website setup and marketing. Starting with small orders and a limited range keeps cash from being tied up.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your range, marketing and how many customers you attract. Fit problems can cause many returns, so detailed size guides help.

Check ABN and GST registration based on your turnover, and Australian Consumer Law rules on refunds, returns and accurate product descriptions. Also check whether you need council approval if you store stock at home.