Whether you're a student, recent college graduate, industry professional or career changer, you'll learn everything you need to know to successfully develop a fashion design career
There are many fashion design career paths for you to choose from. Some designers work for top houses, others are employed by mass-market manufacturers. You could also start your own fashion design business, establishing a distinctive style and overseeing fashion creation from initial concept to manufacturing and distribution.
To become a successful fashion designer, there is no formal education required , but that doesn't make it any easier. Qualifications to become a good fashion designer include a strong eye for detail, a good understanding of color, texture and fabric quality, a sense of balance and proportion, and an appreciation for beauty. Fashion designers also need good communication and problem-solving skills, as well as sketching ability.
You also have to have some business sense, it's important to be aware of the business climate and understanding the mechanics behind it. You have to learn everything possible about companies that sell fashion and what type of fashion each company makes, learn about fashion trends and try to predict what will be popular in the future.
The comprehensive, online guide ‘How to Become a Professional Fashion Designer’ provides the knowledge needed for a successful career in the glamorous fashion design industry. It includes an introduction to a career in fashion design, educational requirements, career opportunities, the design process, portfolio creation, preparation for getting hired, steps to start and run one's own fashion design business, as well as expert insider advice on fashion world.
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