How Linjer Bootstrapped a Luxury Minimalist Brand

Jennifer Chong and Jenna discuss how Linjer bootstrapped the business, working without employees for three years, and the tactics behind their million dollar crowdfunding campaigns. Jenn's best piece of advice: "Cultivate a solid list of 1,000 people who really care about what you are doing before you launch. Crowdfunding campaigns are about momentum. You have to launch with a bang." Jenn shares how they survived an early manufacturing disaster, how they evaluate partners now - when possible always meet with a founder and never skimp on references - and the importance of establishing scalable communication practices once you partner. We also chat about Jenn's journey as a self-taught designer and how observing the "beauty for beauty's sake" philosophy in Florence inspired Linjer's Tulip and Mini handbags.