Fashion Design Review

Have you thought of becoming a Personal Stylist?  This job is also often referred to as Wardrobe Consultant and Personal Shopper.

Personal stylists work with individuals, groups, classes or companies to educate clients about general fashion apparel and accessories. Consultants make an evaluation of their clients’ physical attributes, lifestyle, and fashion style in order to make recommendations on which fashion choices will help the client achieve and maintain their desired image. Personal stylists may often shop for their clients and pick out items that suit the image.

Aspiring stylists need to first get some experience in fashion retail positions. With enough experience, personal shoppers and merchandise buyers can gain credentials to work as independent consultants. Personal stylists may give classes for small groups or run seminars for a client company. Some lucky stylists work exclusively with high-profile celebrities in the sports and entertainment industries where a client’s everyday look or image is often more important than how they look while they work.

While no specific education is required, a college degree in Fashion Design or Fashion Merchandising is very helpful, as are business management courses.

Previous experience in a fashion-related field is key to a career in this position.  Characteristics that are important to this job are an excellent sense of fashion, sharp communication and listening skills, knowledge of fashion trends and forecasts, and the ability to promote oneself.  You will also need to be tactful and friendly and provide great presentations.  In this field, you can expect to earn a salary in range from $10/hr.to $40,000+.