GARBO's FIRST DAY

It was GARBO's baptism of fire and just like any initiation it was exhausting yet rewarding.

The Grand International Christmas bazaar was our first bazaar ever. Considering that it's only a two-man show, me and my business partner, from booth preparations and design, promotions, sales and marketing... everything eventually paid off!

The outcome has exceeded our expectations. We never imagined our products, mostly oversized leather and canvas handbags, would be appreciated by the market. But with how things turned out, we only have our customers to be thanked for.

Some of them even gave their contact numbers and email ads for us to give them updates on our latest products. Others have even already placed orders. There were also those who invited us to take part on their future bazaars.

We also received interesting feedback on product improvement and customer service. But what was even far more interesting was seeing our customer return to shop for more handbags and interact with us like we have been existing for years! It was amazing!

Furthermore, the surprise visit of the organizer herself, Tintin Bersola, who has bought 4 handbags as Christmas presents, pleased us the most. She has personally conveyed to us that her staff has commended our booth and our products as one of the most promising among the other bazaar participants.

We were all in 7th heaven and though exhausted, their positive comments and encouragement to put up our own shop gave us the strength to pursue our goal further...taking it to the next level.

Here are some of the faces of our satisfied and happy customers.

But what was even more inspiring was seeing valuable friends giving support to our new found endeavor.

Well, Garbo has ended 2008 with a loud bang and it will certainly be starting 2009 with a promising twist.

Let's see.