Construção de marcas de vestuário feminino

Abstract

The objective of this study is to verify how apparel companies in Fortaleza define the construction of their fashion brands, seeking competitive positioning, an important factor in market action in face of competition. The study has current importance since the apparel sector is experiencing increased competition, and therefore, competitive strategies become a reality. In this light, the study asks about the construction of fashion brands. The study considers the theoretical referential and bases the study on a field study that uses semi-structured interviews. The choice of the nonprobabilistic sample was consulted in a list of women’s apparel companies, with the Clothing Manufacturing Union of Fortaleza – Sindiconfecções, and includes other brands from the same segment and which are not on the referred list. The results reveal a perspective of awareness in the search for knowledge and the desire to implement marketing actions as a means to survive in the apparel sector. The managers understand that these practices are important for making brands more competitive, however there are difficulties in carrying out appropriate actions, indicating immaturity in the use of market strategies.