EOFY
Hey Guys, my name is Brock! I'm 25, live in Mudjimba which is a small coastal town on the Sunshine Coast, QLD, and run Odd Pears from the garage. I've been working Odd Pears since I was 21 so we're almost 4 years young.
First time poster (kind-of)… I actually stuffed this up last year when I posted our Financial Year sale so I'll be sure to post correctly this time (I'm so sorry OzBargain Team!)
$13.30 per Pear of 3 socks.
It's our mission to encourage individuality and help the planet. A little ambitious for some cynics I know. We sell socks in 3's: 2 matching and 1 odd. Great for us odd balls who like being a bit different and when the washing machine/dryer eats your other one. We also donate $1 to charity for every Pear sold. This donation can be used however you like. What I mean is we can donate to your local food or animal shelter or we could donate to UNICEF or Red Cross. As long as they accept online donations.
I want to be really open, honest and transparent here and say I cannot compete with similar Adidas or Bonds sock deals who can markdown to as little as a few dollars per pair. Odd Pears sell 3 socks so manufacturing cost will always be greater for a "Pear" because you're getting the 3 socks. We also produce in small runs, donate to charity, advertise, and continue servicing the debt associated with starting this business and the ongoing expenses related to running it (rent, phone, internet, storage, maintenance etc). If any of you are interested in a proper breakdown of operating costs and margins then please get in touch. I have never paid myself a wage, "lined my pockets" and for those wondering how I survive I also work full-time at Nike (not to mention the amazing support of my partner, family and friends!)
Gosh I sound like I'm complaining! I promise you I'm not and I wouldn't trade ANY of the struggle for ANYTHING! I just want to be open and honest with a community that has helped me so much these last few years. Some of the business related OzBargains over the years: I went to India for $650 on Thai Airways to source our manufacturer; I bought Masters storage containers for $6; I bought Bunnings shelving for $189; I've been to Sydney and Melbourne on Tiger and Jetstar sales for meetings; I purchased a Brother printer for $39; I could go on forever (literally).
I use this forum every single day and it's been paramount in helping save money where money has always been so tight. The money raised from this promotion will further fund my product development and my companies growth. Odd Pears is still only small but I'm getting there slowly!
Anyway, perhaps you need a new sock drawer? Perhaps you want to stock up the gift drawers? Perhaps you want to be ultra prepared for Christmas 2017? Whatever the case I promise you'll love your first "Pears" of socks!
I'm so sorry for rambling! Any questions just comment below and I'll get back to you. Also you can always email me directly via [email protected], always happy to help, answer questions or chat. Furthermore if I can ever be of assistance in regards to digital marketing, product development or small business questions of any-sort then please shoot me an email. I have, fortunately, learnt a couple things these last few years haha.
Product information:
* Made in India;
* 78% Combed Cotton, 20% Nylon, 2% Elastane;
* 2 sizes. Euro 36-40 and Euro 41-46;
* The smaller size will generally fit children 10 years up and teenagers;
* In each "Pear" you get 3 socks: 2 matching, 1 odd.
Website: http://www.oddpears.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OddPears
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oddpears/?hl=en
Although I won't be purchasing today I just wanted to say I like your designs and wish you the best in your venture. You sound like a nice person and seem to have your head screwed on correctly.