How Product Data Will Boost Your Fashion Brand

Inessa Werland
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8 min read –
February 14, 2025

In today's competitive fashion landscape, investing in high-quality product data gives brands a distinct edge. The data doesn't lie: better product data leads to increased conversion rates, shorter time-to-market, and fewer product returns. Trustworthy and well-organized product data improves customer confidence, helps retailers market your products effectively, and boosts sales.

Why Is Product Data in Fashion Critical?

Large retailers and marketplaces keep emphasizing: High-quality, standardized product data is essential. Those who want to stay ahead can no longer afford to see optimization as optional – it’s a must. Clear, detailed, and up-to-date product information builds trust, enhances the shopping experience, and reduces uncertainties that often lead to abandoned purchases or returns. The result? Happy customers. Happy retailers. More success for your brand.

How to Achieve High-Quality Product Data in Fashion?

1 High-Quality Product Images:
Images are a shopper's first interaction with your product. Provide at least three high-resolution images per item, including freestanding and model shots. Highlight crucial details like texture, fit, and design to increase buyer confidence.
Pro Tip: Incorporate 360° views or videos to further engage customers and boost conversions.

2 Detailed and Standardized Product Attributes:
Consistency across your catalog builds trust. Provide clear, standardized details such as materials, care instructions, and product features. Standardized product data ensures retailers and customers can quickly understand your products and make confident purchasing decisions.

3 Sustainability Data:
As sustainability grows in importance, transparent eco-friendly details can be a competitive edge. Include certifications (e.g., GOTS, Fair Trade) and highlight your sustainable practices. Detailed information on material sourcing and ethical production appeals to conscious consumers. —
4 Accurate Sizing Information:
Sizing discrepancies lead to many returns. Combat this with detailed size guides, model measurements, and fit descriptions (e.g., slim, relaxed). Accurate sizing reduces returns and improves customer satisfaction.

5 Ecommerce-Ready Product Data:
Ensure your product data integrates easily with retailer systems. Write concise, SEO-friendly product descriptions. Assign proper SKUs, GTINs, and categories, and adhere to Fashion Cloud’s data quality standards for seamless integration.

Discover how to ensure your retailers receive the highest-quality product data. Read the full article here.


How to Monitor and Improve Product Data Quality?

In the fashion industry, maintaining high-quality product data is an ongoing process. Regular audits help identify inconsistencies, while retailer and customer feedback refine descriptions and attributes. Leverage Fashion Cloud’s product data analysis and data quality standards for continuous improvements, ensuring accuracy and impact. Our dashboards provide tailored recommendations to enhance your data quality effortlessly.

Better Data, Better Results

Investing in product data isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s a strategic business move. Brands with rich, consistent, and transparent product data enjoy higher conversion rates, fewer returns, and stronger retailer partnerships.

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