How To Have a Career As a Stylist
- June 9, 2009
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Dream of a more beautiful world? Follow these steps to become a fashion stylist.
You Will Need
- An eye for fashion and design
- Communication skills
- College courses (optional)
Step 1: Gain relevant experience
Gain experience through college courses and retail work. Fashion courses and retail experience will help you develop your fashion sense and knowledge.
Step 2: Get an internship or work as an assistant
Work as an intern or assistant for an established stylist. You’ll gain valuable experience and make connections in the industry.
Serve multiple internships or assistantships for diverse experience.
Step 3: Get connected
Practice networking. Maintain good relationships with people in the fashion, entertainment, and advertising industries.
Step 4: Prepare your portfolio
Build a portfolio of your best work, and prepare a resume, a list of references, and business cards.
Ask before using someone as a reference.
Step 5: Strike out on your own
Build a client base. Use networking and competitive rates to get new clients. Style a few friends and use them as free advertising – if anyone compliments them, they’ll plug you!
Step 6: Keep your finances organized
Keep your finances organized. If you’re not comfortable doing financial tasks, hire someone to do them for you.
Did you know? Greek actors used high-heeled shoes as a part of their costumes.
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