Plus size pop-up and trunk shows

Shoppers who rarely get to try on larger sizes in person and want friendly, judgment-free fitting, plus hosts of parties and group events.

Retail sales of clothing bought wholesale, plus booth fees you pay as a cost. Hosts of home parties can be rewarded with a store credit or discount.

• Fit and styling advice
• Selling face to face
• Packing, setting up and displaying stock
• Handling card payments

• Check your state's seller's permit and sales tax rules, including for temporary event sales
• Some markets and cities require a vendor or temporary event permit, so check with the organizer and your city or county
• General liability insurance is often required by markets and venues
• Weather, booth fees and slow event days can make income uneven
• Check HOA or lease rules if you hold home parties or store stock at home

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on your stock, display gear, card payment setup and any booth or event fees. Your actual costs will vary with how many events you plan to attend.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $600 to $4,000, depending on how many events you do and how busy they are. Weather, booth fees and slow event days can make income uneven from month to month.

Check your state's seller's permit and sales tax rules, including for temporary event sales. Ask the organizer, city or county whether a vendor or temporary event permit is needed, and whether markets or venues require general liability insurance.