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| 7 Fashion Professionals Gives Career Advice |
August is common for back-to-school month but more importantly, students and recent graduates are using this time to polish off their resumes and contemplate their next career choice. If the fashion industry is where you want to be, I have some great advice from some fashion, beauty and pr mavens that has a long and successful careers. Also, even if you're not interested in fashion as a career, their advice definitely transcends into any industry.
Always remember, hardwork pays off!
Phillip Picardi, Digital Director at Teen Vogue... “The best advice I could give someone who wants to get into publishing is to not give up. This is a hard circle to get into. And you have to find the right people who are willing to open doors for you. My email address is in my bio for all my social media accounts and young people reach out to daily and I hope that that is always a part of my life. The important thing is that you can reach out to editors. You can ask them for 15 minutes of their time on a phone call. Reach out once and follow up once if they don’t respond. Once you’re on the phone with them, make it worth their while. Don’t ask the questions that are already published in their interviews or in their bio, ask the specific questions that are actually going to be helpful to you. "
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| Shiona Turni |
Shiona Turni, fashion consultant and former Fashion Market Director for Cosmopolitan Magazine... “This industry, and the job market in general, is pretty tough. You need to be resilient and try not to take anything personally. Stay strong! If you are confident that fashion is for you, stick with it. Make good contacts and great impressions and something amazing will happen for you. Also, be prepared for the demanding nature of this business. It is easy to be distracted by the glitz and glamour of fashion, but it’s no joke. Everyone works really hard to get to where they are, so don’t underestimate the lengths it takes to land a “dream job.” Don’t be in such a rush to get the perfect job. My career is a departure from where I started, but I definitely wouldn’t have it any other way. Learn everything you can and always be willing to work very hard no matter what.”
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| Nicole Chapoteu |
Nicole Chapoteau, Beauty Director at Allure Magazine... "You have to do what you love. We spend most of our lives at work…so if you’re not doing something that you’re passionate about, you’re just going through the motions.“Your age isn’t important… it is what you put into it. This is an industry that is very age-driven, but if people see your drive, you can learn…you will make sacrifices.” For those looking to transition into fashion, Nicole shared, “you need to put a plan in place, get savings in order, figure out a schedule and follow your dreams.”
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| Kristie Dash |
Kristie Dash, former Beauty Digital Editor at Allure.com... "Read everything, watch everything and be on all social media platforms. Know what’s going on around you, not only in the industry, but in the world. The best way to learn, in my opinion, is to consume and observe. It’s how I know what’s relevant and how I stay inspired."
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| Liz Blumenthal |
Liz Blumenthal Junior Account Executive at Laforce... "Read everything! From understanding the media landscape to sparking fresh and creative ideas for clients, it's important to be up-to-date on everything from the latest fashion trends and emerging technologies to pop culture moments and breaking news.” Intern! PR is truly taught in the office. Take advantage of any opportunity, and show an eagerness to take on new responsibilities and projects. Get to know your managers and grow your network—often these internships turn into full-time jobs. Be flexible. From long-hours at the office to last-minute event changes, this industry is not easy. It's important to keep your cool during high-stress times and be open to change at a moment’s notice.”
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| Dana Schwartz |
Dana Schwartz, Senior Fashion Director at Wetherly... "Intern—gain as much experience as you can. I know it sounds redundant, but I would not be where I am today if I didn’t have those opportunities. Not only do internships give you experience, but they are the best way to understand how the fashion industry and PR, in particular, work—which is vastly different on the inside. When you are starting out, be a true participant: listen, absorb, ask questions, familiarize yourself with every fashion magazine, PR agency, editor, brand, digital influencer, designer, model, stylist, and photographer. Beyond internships, don’t be afraid to reach out (via email; no calls—we are email-driven) to people you admire in the industry to ask for advice, pick their brains, or to hear how they got where they are. You’d be surprised how many publicists are happy to share the wisdom as long as you are conscientious of their time.”
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| Andre Leon Talley |
Andre Leon Talley, former American editor-at-large for Vogue... "You have to do your homework. In life, homework is important. That’s the advice I give to students. Homework could be reading or learning how to do that stitch. You can also do that on your own if you simply go to the library. It’s not necessarily about being on the computer and Googling it. That’s not enough. You have to explore it. You have to respect your mentors and keep your nose to the grindstone and keep exploring your vision and your dreams. And if you have something, people can see it."
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7 Fashion Professionals Gives Career Advice August is common for back-to-school month but more importantly, students and recent graduat...
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| H&M Back to School Finds for Girls |
H&M has got it for Back to School wear. From denim and outerwear to super cool accessories for your little one. For Girls, there are Tulle skirts with lace blouses or plaid overalls with jacquard sweaters, all topped off with a faux leather jacket that are easy to mix and match to create effortless adorable looks. For the boys they can rock out with this season's essentials, a bomber jacket and graphic tees, perfect for layering for Fall. Last but not least, here's a conscious tip, you can recycle any brand of old garments to H&M’s Garment Collecting initiative and receive 15% off your back to school purchase.
Happy Shopping!
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| H&M Back to School Finds for Boys |
H&M Back to School Finds for Girls H&M has got it for Back to School wear. From denim and outerwear to super cool accessori...
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| Jenna Lyons Gives Career Advice in Glamour's September Issue |
Back to school is creeping up and some of you are brushing up on your resume for that next job, this is good time to get some career perspective. Jenna Lyons, the Creative Director at J.Crew gave some inspiring words about career, success and failures. Jenna is one of the most stylish and very compose ladies in a high rank fashion position, but she is humble by her early beginnings.
See what she had to say in Glamour's September Issue.
Lyons on what she learned from her assistant days…
Jenna Lyons: “The thing I think is most important for young people to know is that today there’s this idea of having everything quickly, that you’re going to walk in the door, be a designer, and not have to do any of the grunt work. It’s just not realistic. The things you don’t learn in school are the skills you probably need more: what it’s like to work with other people, how you build a team and collaborate.”
Lyons on what accomplishments make her the proudest…
“Sometimes it’s the small stuff. I remember this woman wrote me a letter and said she had to give a speech and was incredibly nervous. She had gone into J.Crew and got something to wear, and people said, ‘You look great!’ She said, ‘I’m a scientist, I’ve never had anybody compliment me on my clothing before.’…I do think sometimes people assume that what you wear isn’t important, but I know it can make someone who needs a little boost feel beautiful.”
Lyons on how to move up in a company...
"The person who makes herself indispensable, that's the person you want to promote. But when someone comes in and starts asking—it's such a disease. Demanding, "I've done all this and I want X," doesn't work for me so much. [Instead] ask questions: "I'm ready to take it to the next step. What is it that I can do better?" That, to me, is an engaged, collaborative way to get somebody to the next level. You're not going to get there just because you think you're ready or because someone else got promoted. We don't sit here and create a scale where we carefully ratchet everyone up evenly. Because if that were the case, we'd all be drones. No one is a drone.... You are you."
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| Back2Kipling Campaign with Youtube darling Megan Nicole |
Accessories brand Kipling was thrilled to officially launch their #Back2Kipling Campaign with Youtube darling Megan Nicole. The event was held at The Old School (which is actually an old school) and Megan Nicole performed an acoustic set of her top hits. The The actually classroom space at the Old School unveiled images from the campaign along with the newest back-to-school products in playful prints and lightweight functionality.
Offering a range of backpacks, totes, cross-bodies, luggage, and accessories in Kipling's signature, crinkle nylon, the Back-to-School Collection has something for everyone. Inspired by the tropics, the color palette includes deep jewel tones and lively tribal prints in both new and returning styles.
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