How to Begin a Creative Career in the World of Fashion

Some of the most sought after careers in the fashion industry,

Fashion provides us with a look at character, class, culture and society. Things we wear put color, texture, spice, emotion and beauty into our life.

Creativity along with technical ability, and solid business skills define sucess in the fashion industry.

Knowledge of business and marketing, analytical skills, organization, communication, but the most stand out ability is being able to sell, if you are able to sell yourself, your designs, concepts, thoughts and ideas you will have what it takes to succeed in this industry.

If you are going to school for a jewelry design major, one of the best schools will teach you how to make fashion accessories.

Those who have design skills can make a good living in this multi-billion dollar industry.

You will need to understand the jewelry manufacturing process as well as how to market the custom made jewelry pieces. 

Textile, Design, Manufacturing are all areas in the Fashion Industry.

• Design and Development - Accessory Designer, Custome Designer, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Technical Designer, Textile Designer, Colorist, Illustrator/Sketch Artist, Patternmaker
• Merchandising - Boutique/Store Owner, Buyer, Fashion Producer/Director, Merchandiser, Sales Representative, Showroom Sales Rep/Owner
• Media and Visual Talent - Agent, Hairstylist, Makeup Artis/Aesthetician, Fashion Model, Photographer, Publicist/Media, Fashion-Show Producer/Director, Fashion Stylist, Image/Wardrobe Consultant
• Publishing and Marketing - Art Director, Beauty Editor, Fashion Editor, Forecaster, Marketing Director/Manager, Writer

Fashion Design Schools:

If you want to be a fashion designer or buyer, some schooling is necessary before you can start in the field. Here is a list of websites that feature schools to attend and get fashion training.

Fashion Education:

http://www.artschools.com/

http://www.fidm.com/

http://www.findtherightdesignschool.com/

http://www.startingaclothingline.com/

When looking for a career in fashion it helps to have a list of places that are looking to hire creative people. The following websites specialize in fashion jobs.

Fashion Career/Job Web Sites:

http://www.24seventalent.com/

http://www.apparelsearch.com/

http://www.apparelstaffing.com/

http://www.fashioncareercenter.com/

http://www.fashionjobscentral.com/

http://www.stylecareers.com/