How to Get a Career in Fashion

How to Get a Career in Fashion

Updated: July 16, 2010

By Christa Fletcher

Finding your dream job in the fashion world may seem next to impossible given the steep competition. Yet, all designers don't get their big break from reality TV shows like Project Runway, some go to school and have amazing careers in fashion -- with or without the hype. So, what's next? How about a fashion education.

Did you know that you can major in perfume design or gain the business skills to be a buyer for large department stores like Bloomingdales? There's an array of jobs in design, merchandising and business -- all you have to figure out is what interests you the most.

Well, we're here to help you make it work. We spoke with a career counselor and professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology to get some insider tips for you. Check out our guide that will show you how to get a career in fashion. Plus, discover the hottest jobs in the industry you may not know about.
Image: Guide: Fashion Career Tips
Guide: Fashion Career Tips

How to get a career in fashion.

 
Image: Guide: Fun Fashion Jobs
Guide: Fun Fashion Jobs

Some jobs you may not know about in the fashion industry.

 
Image: Quiz: What's Your Fashion Personality?
Quiz: What's Your Fashion Personality?

Is your style sporty, preppy, trendy or retro?

 
Image: Quiz: Who's Your Celeb Style Match?
Quiz: Who's Your Celeb Style Match?

See which famous face shares your sense of fashion.

 
 


 

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