Career questions tagged fashion
Many have a desire to pursue a fashion design career, but there are a ton more choices. Most colleges offer a fashion degree. With a degree in fashion opportunities in fashion marketing, journalism, technology are some of the more popular careers. For more inf... Read more Show less
how can I prepare for a career in visual merchandising or fashion marketing while im still in high school? ?
im currently 17 years old and a senior in high school currently. im really interested in the fashion industry, especially fashion marketing and fashion merchandising. right now I am trying to decide between becoming a visual merchandiser and a fashion marketing specialist because i can see myself enjoying both of those careers. I really do like the creative side of fashion, such as styling myself in clothes or others or even styling looks together, but I am also interested in how clothing brands promote their products and create marketing campaign. Eventually I do wanna start my own business of mine in fahsion industry, I am planning to attend college after high school, but Im not sure what major I want to do or would best fit for me to start preparing now. I do want to learn the basics, gain experience and build my skills before college so im able to understand the industry more and feel prepared. but my questions really is if you work in fashion marketing, visual merchandising, what steps would you recommend me to start doing as a high school student to prepare for that career. is there any skills i should learn, projects I could start, college majors and experiences you would recommend to help me explore both of those paths. I would really appreciate advice from anyone with experience in fashion industry please !! thsnk you
What will set me apart?
I’m a senior in college, majoring in Communications and Business Administration, hoping to work in PR or fashion. Many of my classmates have similar degrees and internships, so what are the 2-3 things that would make a candidate stand out to you when hiring for entry-level roles? Does it matter more to have skills like AI tools, a portfolio, or a strong network?
What steps should I take as an 8th grader becoming a 9th grader in order for me to be a fashion designer and have my own fashion business in Columbus, Ohio?
What steps should I take as an 8th grader becoming a 9th grader in order for me to be a fashion designer and have my own fashion business in Columbus, Ohio?
What steps should I take as an 8th grader in order for me to be a fashion designer or entreprenuer and have my own fashion business in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
I want advice that will help me from right now, and something that will help me achieve my goal. Give me a list of ideas, schools, and internship oppurtunities I can get near Hillsborough, New Jersey
Is it a great idea when i choose to continue studying in fashion field for master degree after graduating in English Major?
I am currently a English second-year student at language university. After graduating, i do not want to work in teaching fields but i have wish to continue my education path for my career. Among other majors, i am interested in fashion. I want to know which international universities would be better in fashion major, is there any rules or regulations for graduated? I would like to know that there is scholarship in fashion major for graduated. How many different position are divided in fashion major? If there is not any scholarship, how much studying cost is. After graduating in fashion major, is it hard to get a job or what things need to do if it is.
how do I earn money to design and make a business and be successful in life? how can I get into movies and be an actor that a ton of people love to watch?
Hey! I am Mayci, and I am 13 years old. I've been trying to earn some money lately, but its been super hard. I've tried doing jobs around the house, that earns me some money but lots of things are also getting more expensive so its super hard!!! so I'm wondering how I can earn good money more. I also love acting, and watching people act, and I really want to get into movies, I've had some experience, not like singing but acting I just love it so much! I play volleyball but I think I want to focus on acting, and so I want someone to give me the steps of how to get into a movie, or get a portfolio, or things like that. I made and account on Depop, and have been selling some things, and I really love fashion and clothes!! I want to start my own business, but that is very hard cause I don't have that much money to start a business, but I thought that would be super fun. so I was wondering about fashion and business things like what do I do? sorry it's so long!!!
How valuable is running a pop-culture fashion and trend breakdown platform when applying for costume or fashion design roles?
I am currently aiming to build a career in fashion design and costume styling. Alongside my studies, I actively run an online fashion platform called Washington Outfits, where I break down iconic outfit designs, pop-culture fashion trends, and celebrity costume choices from TV and film. Working on this project has helped me develop skills in trend forecasting, visual analysis, and garment breakdowns. I’d love to hear from industry professionals: How do hiring managers in fashion or costume design view candidates who actively document and analyze fashion trends through their own platform? What is the best way to structure this real-world experience in a portfolio or resume alongside formal design coursework?
Are there any tech roles in the fashion industry?
I'm a second-year B.Tech CSE (AI/ML) student passionate about high fashion. What tech roles exist at luxury fashion houses (e.g., trend forecasting, AI styling, supply chain, computer vision for design), and what skills/projects should I build now to break in?
How do i get more into fashion from coming from not knowing where to start?
Watching people who are in that field and see i how they network with others
What strategies can I apply to my own lifestyle that support the growth of my emergent brand while juggling studying responsibilities and work as a triple full time student
. I'm a third year student in the midst of a transfer trying to maintain my priorities
Hello everyone, does anyone have any advice regarding balancing creative liberty with the constraints of assigned design projects? Any techniques you have used to spark curiosity or ideas within yourself? #Spring26
I am an incoming sophomore to the Parsons School of Design at the New School, majoring in fashion design. #Spring26
How do you break into the fashion industry when living in a small town?
Hello, I am a 17 year old girl living in a small town in rural Missouri I am seeking advice to help farther my career!
How can I build a resume as a tenth grader who is interested in fashion, culinary arts, BFA/toy design, pet appearal designing, business, and sculpting??
How can I build a resume as a tenth grader who is interested in fashion, culinary arts, BFA/toy design, pet appearal designing, business, and sculpting?
How do I land a marketing internship next summer that will help me stand out to potential employers after graduation?
Hello, I am currently a marketing major at LSU and need some advice on how to secure an internship. I have been applying like crazy over the past few months and nothing seems to work out so far. I have little experience when it comes to my topic of study, but I do have good customer service skills and business related skills that I think can land me something hopefully?
Where to find a collages that offers fashion designing?
Im in 11th garde in high school. Where to find collages that offers fashion designing in California.
How do I start a fashion designing carrer?
Im in 11th garde in high school. How do I start?
Fashion Marketing?
I am currently interested in fashion marketing for a future career. I am in the middle class, so unfortunately FAFSA won't help me, but I do not have enough money to go to a big, expensive college. I would like to leave Buffalo. What are some colleges that have a good record, outside of Buffalo (and in a good city), that is not 90k a year? I would love to go to FIT in NYC, but currently I am looking at almost 70k a year. I just do not know if the debt is worth it!!
What do I need to become a fashion designer?
Im in 11th grade in high school and I want to get in a collage that offers fashion designing. I was wondering what materials do I need and how to create a portfolio.
What are the chances of success I'd have if I want to be a fashion designer?
I know there's tons of top tier fashion industries, and most starter stores don't make it far. But if it's something I commit to, what all would I need to start? What schools do I need to look at? What steps should I take to make an advancement plan?
Fashion Business and a Dance Career?
I hope to study for a fashion marketing undergraduate degree in Tokyo, Shanghai, Seoul, Paris, New York City, or London. However, in addition to my fashion marketing degree, I also want to pursue a career in hip-hop dance, almost as a side gig. Do any of the cities I listed fit my preferences? Do any of them have a solid reputation in fashion marketing and hip-hop dance? I would like some insight from both careers' perspectives on any of the cities.
Where do I go to get a degree in fashion marketing?
I am deciding between Seoul, Tokyo, Paris, New York, London, and Shanghai. All of them have their own pros and cons (in my opinion), but I would like to know more about how strong the schools' fashion marketing programs are. Do they have strong internship and networking opportunities? Are the schools any good and/or well-known in the fashion industry? What about the city's atmosphere in general? Would I be able to express myself freely in the particular city? These are just some things I am wondering.
im in 8th grade and I want to do a fashion designer win I grow up
I am 14 and for about 5 years i wanted to do fashion win i grew up and now that I have 4 years left of school i want to go to a nice fashion school and learn lats of now stuff and i need help to find one.
How do you make clothes What school do you need to go to??
I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and fashion is one of my interests.
I am a current college sophomore looking for internships within the fashion world without many connections, does anyone have any tips on how to connect with someone to help Thank you!?
I am a current college sophomore looking for internships within the fashion world without many connections, does anyone have any tips on how to connect with someone to help? Thank you! *Note: Minor edit by admin for community guidelines
how do i get a job and connections in the fashion industry?
how do i get a career in the fashion industry, since it is a very large yet exclusive industry. How do i make a breakthrough in an industry that is so competitive. i've always wanted to work in fashion-design but im not from new york i don't have any connections all i have is i plan to move to new york for college and try to get into a design school like parsons or fit.
Hi, I am a freshman at Baruch College, majoring in marketing. Im having a hard time standing out in the fashion marketing community. What can I do to make me be seen for what I am good at even if its similar to other people?
Im having trouble having others see me in my own eyes, I know what I am good at, but I dont think others see it. Everyone else seems to be seen more than me, what can I do.
How can I kickstart my career in Fashion while also going to school to get a Fashion Design degree?
Hi! My name is Olivia, and I plan to go to school for Fashion Design! I'm pretty advanced in sewing and designing, but I want to be able to make money while doing something that contributes to fashion. I know that expenses can add up for fabrics, materials, etc. and I want to have a start in my future career.