Apply to be a Chic vendor

If you or someone you know might be interested in becoming one of our vendors, please copy & paste our contract, fill it out & email it to us @ simplychicmarket@yahoo.com  


Thank you for your interest in Simply Chic {a boutique market}. We have an open application process for all new and returning vendors. In an effort to create a well-rounded show, vendors are evaluated on the following criteria: 1) product appeal and originality, 2) product display, 3) artisans located in host location receive priority.
 Please read the entire agreement before filling out the application. Submission of the application is considered agreement to the terms and conditions stated below.
 2013 Show Dates, Times and Locations:
Two day event
VIP Shopping:
Friday: October 11th, 2013
Market:
Saturday: October 12th, 2013
Venue: 
10991 Chaves Ct
Frisco, Tx
There is no registration deadline and we accept applications until all slots are full.
 *Booth fees and Commissions:
 Fees apply as follows:
* Application Fee- Waived If you apply before August 1/$20 After August 1st
*Booth Fee- $40.00
*Commission: We will retain 20% commission for this show.
What do I get for participating in a Simply Chic show as a vendor?
Simply Chic is different from your average craft fair or market because our vendors are carefully hand selected for the unique, handmade products they sell.  We not only provide a venue for you to sell your product, but also handle all credit card processing, taxes, offer extensive advertising and marketing  through our website, print ads,  giveaways, facebook fan page, promo material, etc. Our goal is to broaden our customer base and help you gain exposure. As a vendor you are able to utilize our integrated marketing and advertising approach for promoting your business and products in the community. Simply Chic vendors have the opportunity to link to our extensive mailing lists through show networking. When linked to Simply Chic, the customer has the opportunity to “see your product live”, share it with their friends and family and visit our website at a later date to link back to you for repeat business. 
*Retail Sales Tax
Regardless of your business status, Simply Chic is responsible for retaining and paying all sales tax to the DOR. You will not receive your sales tax in your check. If you have a UBI and report revenue to the DOR, you must do the following when filing your taxes:
1. Pay your B & O under “retailing”
2. Go to the “sales tax line”
3. Write the following statement: Simply Chic, registration number ***** (please email me for this,) collected and remitted tax on my behalf”
*Payment and Inventory
We assign each vendor a code and run all product through a centralized cashiering system. If you would like to cross-check your inventory with our machine totals, please provide an inventory sheet at the beginning of the show as well as a list of items sold at check out. If you do not provide us with these inventory lists, we will consider your total from our register as final.
Checks are issued within 20 business days after the show and sent through our online bill pay from Wells Fargo.
*PRODUCT AND BOOTH PARAMETERS:
 All Food vendors must have a food handlers permit and pertinent licenses.
*DISPLAY & SET-UP:
1. Vendors provide their own tables and/or display pieces.
2. Tables must not exceed 30″ in depth. Booths must not exceed 36″ in depth.
3. All tables must be covered with a table cloth and all tablecloths must be flush to the floor on all visible sides.
4. Please specify if you would like to be placed near an outlet or wall (we will exercise reasonable effort to accommodate requests).
5. Vendors are 100% responsible for their booth and any damage to the area during the show.
*VENDOR NUMBER: There will be one Simply Chic checkout area, so all merchandise must be clearly marked with your assigned vendor number and price. No other numbers should be on your tags. If you require two vendor numbers, please request two vendor spaces. We take basic precautions to protect your merchandise, but are not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged goods. If you are uncomfortable leaving your products in your booth, we welcome you to stay to staff your booth.
*CHECK OUT/BREAKDOWN:
1. Generally, take down is Saturday immediately following the show from 5-8.
2. There will be a $20/hour charge for any displays left after 8:00 pm.
*Terms and Conditions
Simply Chic, LLC will not be responsible for losses due to the following: Merchandise or any display items that may be lost, stolen or damaged in any way. Personal injury to the exhibitor during set-up, pick-up or during show proceedings. Each vendor is liable for any personal injury that may occur from his/her own crafts and/or display pieces during set-up, show and tear-down as well as any injuries resulting from the purchase and use of his/her product.
*Once you are accepted to the show, there will be no booth fee reimbursements.
*Submission of this application is considered agreement to these terms.
*Thank you for your understanding of these requirements as we work in this beautiful venue. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at simplychicmarket@yahoo.com.

Name:  _______________________________________________________________________________
Business:_____________________________________________________________________________ 
Email Address:  ________________________________________________________________________
Business Address  ______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number  ________________________________________________________________________
Website:_____________________________________________________________________________
Etsy or Facebook page:  ________________________________________________________________
Please include a description of all items to be sold, INCLUDING PRICES. Please include details so we know how to compare you to other vendors in your same category. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please describe your booth in detail…its appearance is very important to the show. Also, please describe your exact display with dimensions. This helps us select our artisans by display appeal and also to map the show ahead of time.   _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
* Please email at least 6 pictures of your product along with your application to simplychicmarket@yahoo.com. We will not consider any new applicants without these pictures.

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