Discuss the fun task of marketing a t-shirt shop. Where to advertise, local marketing tips, word of mouth, press releases, search engine marketing, keyword advertising, magazines, etc.
How do i aproach non tshirt related websites/companies (which my target market would hang out) about reviews or teaming up for giveaways or a competition?
I dont want to sound amateur, and i definatley cant give away shirts if it doesnt result in promotion. i guess i want to know is who leads who in these agreements?
I deal primarily with individuals and I have given shirts, mugs, mouse pads, and have found that it has gotten me return business. I don't go hog wild, but it has paid us back.
i have since built a couple of relationships with relevent blogs, and your right guys... a free shirt goes along way!
I will soon have a couple of giveaway comps with websites which attract my target traffic.
So to answer my own question-
a casual introduction email, and what you are looking for (exposure) and a free shirt for themself if they are interested- seems to work. Any details like comp/ givaway/ review etc can be decided between both parties.
Promoting with other companies 
