Since I was little, I always knew that I wanted to be a part of the fashion industry in some way or form. So, as I got older I decided to take on the path of becoming a fashion merchandiser. Though that path has not been easy, I knew that being a Fashion Merchandiser was a right fit. Fashion Merchandising is defined as the promotion of apparel sales and evolves the tasks necessary to deliver the clothing requests and meet the needs of designers and customers. A Fashion Merchandiser can determine future style trends and must have a strong sense of style. Understanding what people want is what makes any fashion brand successful, especially a Fashion Merchandiser. Deciding to become a Fashion Merchandiser has led me on to the right path in which …show more content…
Not only has the knowledge affected me, but the people around me have also been a part of that. Now that I am about to graduate in the next few months, I now see how personal growth is so important. It is not only important for myself, but for my career as well. I have grown so much since my freshman year, and I know that I will grow a lot in the fashion industry as well. The growth opportunities in the profession of a Fashion Merchandiser are knowing how to present yourself, how to follow through tasks, becoming a leader, know the customers wants and needs, and developing interpersonal skills and relationship with others. I know that I have what it takes to become a successful Fashion Merchandiser because I posses the characteristics that a Fashion Merchandiser has. Characteristics such as being ethical, responsibile, having vision, and working well with others are just to name a few. As a Fashion Merchandiser, I feel that on my journey I will develop more skills by learning from others and interacting with coworkers as well. Also, I hope that in my journey, I will expand my education by getting my master’s degree in Fashion Merchandising. Getting a master’s degree will help me to gain more knowledge and have more job
Wayne Dyer once said “doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life”. Ever since I was a little girl, fashion has always been a very important part of my life. However, while most young girls were busy designing Barbie’s next outfit, I was enthusiastically trying to figure out the best way to market and sell Barbie to my friends. This habit did not end during my childhood years; rather it followed me through high school. I firmly believe that being passionate about your career can add much happiness and depth to your life. By attending FIT I can bring and take away positive ideas and qualities.
As a child, I have always been a visually observatory person. Patterns, textiles, and fashion have always been high interests of mine. My childhood consisted of many Barbie dolls as toys, and it wasn't the Barbie dolls that I wanted to play with, but the clothes that I loved to collect and interchange between the dolls. Creating different outfits for the dolls made me feel as if I was making my own mark in fashion. As I grew older, begging my mother to purchase fashion magazines like Vogue, Elle, and Harpers Bazaar were typical and became expected. While flipping through the pages of fashion magazines, I was enthralled while examining the latest trends from celebrities and models. This is what influenced me to want to work in the fashion industry.
After graduating from Brazosport College, I plan to transfer to the University of Houston in the spring of 2018 to obtain my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Management. Once I complete my Bachelor’s degree my goal is to have my own fashion boutique. I have always been told to find my passion and turn it into a career. Turning my love for fashion into my own business is what I plan to accomplish one day. My goal is to not only have my own business, but create a platform that will make a positive impact in the community and the lives of each customer.
In order to become a fashion merchandising college is the best route because the history of fashion and the fabrics and materials.The selling of the clothing and how much the clothing cost and if it looks like what it costs. Fashion merchandising is more of the business side of fashion it includes an eye for style and the brains of business too. This passion includes what clothing items should they put in stock how long the supplier will keep them in the store. “Buying different garments in order to stock stores is another responsibility of some fashion merchandisers.”-(The art career project) A fashion merchandiser must have some kind of tight budget or their stock would be all over the place.
b. Does the issue of branded vs. private label enter into this consideration? Why or why not?
I have always been interested in fashion in a creative way in not just my life, but fashion has also impacted my academic journey. From an early age, I knew belonged in and wanted to be a part of the world of fashion, to not only build a life around Fashion but to make a career for myself in the Fashion Industry.
Selfridges, as " the Best Department Store in The World ", is an ideal place for a student with a Fashion Management background and a genuine enthusiasm for the fashion industry. With a goal to assume a role in the fashion industry in the future, I am eager to bring my superiority and show my ability to an iconic sophisticated luxury retailer, like Selfridges, providing an exceptional level of customer service and creating an exclusive shopping experience for the customers, so as to satisfy their needs and exceed their expectations. In addition, Selfridges not only provides customers with premium products but also delivers high-quality customer service by the friendly sales team, creating a welcome environment for customers to enjoy their shopping
This report aims to underling the key areas the Australian Fashion Industry need address, in order to show that it has a future in an ever competitive global economy.
Starting back at Austin Community College I switched my major from Marketing to Fashion Merchandising. I know I've made the right choice to leave cosmetology school and changing my major. I've gone from a C student to A's and B's student. While at ACC I have experienced some wonderful opportunities through my Fashion courses. From being invited to go watch the University of Texas student fashion show the last two years and being invited to attend Austin Fashion week. During y time at ACC, I have met some amazing mentors who have encouraged me to continue my journey into the Fashion industry.
While I am focused on success, I am also commercially aware of the present climate within the fashion industry. According to research from the Hong Kong Institute of Fashion Buying, China’s consumers of luxury and high fashion are between 20 and 50 years old. Due to the implicit and abstract nature of the traditional culture, there are basically no fashion marketing and management. Thus, there is an increasing need for professional fashion mangers.
Every business in the world has to look for different strategies that will help it to improve and raise more profits. This has become in the ultimate goal in any organisation and it only becomes a reality if the best technique and methods are used. For this, there are some analyses that at the same time need to be
‘Fashion industry is characterised by short product life cycles, volatile and unpredictable demand, tremendous product variety, long and inflexible supply processes and a complex supply chain.’
Being an upscale industry, Abercrombie and Fitch would appear to be a successful corporation. Although the company was once successful for a number of years, it’s apparent that there has been a significant decline in its overall appeal and how much revenue the company acquires each year. With just over 1,000 retail stores in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, Abercrombie and Fitch has thrived to be one of the most avid corporate extensions.
Over the years I have heard stories from my relatives about how much I would like painting my aunts’ nails, wearing my mother’s heels, and debating everyday on what I wanted to wear for school. Matching my clothes, having my nails painted, and having my hair nicely done everyday, were a must for me as a child. Along with always trying to enhance my composition, I have had a love for shopping ever since I remember. Although fashion has always been a focal point in my interests, there has been another prominent factor, which also relates to my career choice just as fashion does. Math is the answer to anybody who asked me what my favorite subject in school was, making it another one of my passions in life. The process
The fashion design career, has recently emerged as one of the most popular and competitive among young people. Those who actually succeed in design have a very individualistic personal style and don’t follow trends set by others. Having fashion design as your profession sometimes allows you to meet glamorous people. It can also put you in charge of what is in and out when it comes to clothing through ramp shows and fashion write-ups. Most designers have a great social status, and are accepted by everyone. However, There are many aspects which may or may not help you choose it as your career.