Preparing to land your dream job, or even your “stepping-stone-job” on the way to that dream, is exciting and a little scary. New York fashion agencies will tell you, if you’re after a career in fashion, from retail to manufacturing, the image you project in an interview will affect your chances Read more…
Whether you’re ready to foray into the fashion world for the first time or are looking for a change from your current role in the industry, there is more than one way to find that perfect fashion job. You can post your resume online via business social media sites, job Read more…
Getting your foot in the door of the fashion world takes talent, connections, and the right skills to set yourself apart from other designers. As you make your way out into the fashion industry, you need to be able to communicate your style and vision with prospective buyers and manufacturers. Read more…
The Devil Wears Prada supplied us with 110 minutes of fashion-themed entertainment, but it also gave us a skewed view of what it’s like to work in the industry. Can the world of fashion be intense? Sure. Is there tedious work for newbies in the field? Absolutely. Will you encounter insanely-demanding Read more…
The glitz. The glamour. The allure. The freebies. There’s nothing quite like the world of fashion. Unfortunately, there’s nothing quite so brutal, either. Fashion can be a tough business, but for the chosen few it can also be an intoxicating world. So, how do you know if it’s for you? Read more…
So, you have a great idea for a fashion line, and you want to start your own business. Many people have been where you are, thinking that they can wing it because their product is irresistible and unique, plus social media now gives you free marketing and promotion. However, when Read more…
As the charmingly naïve Andy Sachs character (played by Anne Hathaway) taught us in The Devil Wears Prada, fashion internships—and, in Sachs’ case, entry-level fashion jobs—are not always glamorous. Yet, they’re often an important part of securing a place in the ultra-competitive world of fashion. You learn the basics of fashion Read more…
Contrary to popular belief, being a professional fashion photographer is more than just snapping photos while yelling “Yas, darling! Strike a pose!” While the role may seem glamorous, the glamour doesn’t come without a lot of hard work, a specific skillset, and innovative creativity. To be a good fashion photographer, Read more…
In the past decade alone, social media has managed to quickly revolutionize virtually every industry in the world, and fashion and fashion journalism are certainly no exceptions. Even the world’s largest news agencies have had to transform the way their readers digest news, adding social media platforms to the forefront Read more…
When you think of the fashion industry, what comes to mind first? You may picture tall models or think of your favorite clothing designer. However, there are a number of exciting careers in fashion that you may not be aware of. From sketch artists, to personal stylists, to business executives, Read more…
