Fashion Merchandising

Top Three Careers
1. Fashion Designer
Example
• International Concepts (I.N.C.) Wovens
• Macy’s Merchandising Group
2. Fashion Stylist
Example
• Hendri Bendel stylist
• Hendri Bendel
3. Fashion Journalist
Example
• Conde Nast Publications

Jill Stuart -Fashion Designer
http://www.teenvoguefashionuniversity.com/jill_stuart.asp
Primary Job Skills- Fashion Designer
• Sketch ideas
• Draw and cut patterns to create sample garments
• Select fabric and trimmings
• Dressmaking and tailoring
• Flat pattern and draping techniques
• Fit and modify the finished garment
• Arrange showings for press and buyers when sample garment line is ready
• Compare merchandise with competitors
• Keep current on trends through trade magazines and fashion shows
• Visit textile showrooms to see the latest fabrics

Rachel Zoe-Fashion Stylist
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/16/magazine/16zoe-t.html?_r=1&oref=slogin
Primary Job Skills- Fashion Stylist
• Color and style coordination
• Placement of wardrobe and props on print advertising shoots
• Aware of fashion trends
• Always looking for the next hottest item

Nina Garcia-Fashion Editor for Elle magazine
http://www.boston.com/yourlife/home/stylephile/nina_garcia.jpg
Primary Job Skills- Fashion Journalist
• Keep current on trends
• Be up-to-date on news in the fashion industry
Helpful Sites
• 24Seventalent
• Career Builder
• Conde Nast Publications
• Fashion Careers
• Fashion-fox
• Indeed
• Monster
• Women’s Wear Daily (WWD)

Posted by Ashley at 10:15 PM |