Sabtu, 12 Desember 2009

How to become a Professional Wardrobe Stylist

As a fashion photographer I usually run into three important factors that must be met before
I begin the process of developing an amazing project.

1.MODEL
2.Beauty Team
3.WARDROBE!!!

How are you going to call yourself a fashion photographer and you are not shooting FASHION?
Well finding an amazing wardrobe stylist can be a pain but the payoff is ALWAYS worth it.
You and that stylist must share the same vision.

There are SOOOO many who claim the title of professional stylist but you and I both know that
is a lot of unjustified confidence.

So for those who are curious I post
How to Become a Professional Wardrobe Stylist
By Maggie Hira


A professional wardrobe stylist goes to a client's home and, basically, edits the person's wardrobe, deciding which clothes to keep, which to store and which to give away. A wardrobe stylist can also go on shopping excursions with clients and help them pick out new clothes. Read on for tips on how to become a professional wardrobe stylist.


Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions
Things You'll Need:

* Extensive fashion knowledge
* A good eye for fashion
* Solid personal style

1.
Step 1

Take fashion classes at a college or trade school. This will help you develop a good eye for colors and styles that match and work together well, which will also help you put together great outfits for your clients. It will also allow you to develop your personal sense of style.
2.
Step 2

Build up your knowledge of fashion. If you are really interested in becoming a professional wardrobe stylist, you probably already love fashion and know a lot about it. However, no matter how much you already know, you should still cultivate your eye for fashion by reading fashion magazines and watching makeover and style shows on TV.
3.
Step 3

Get a job or internship as an assistant to a professional wardrobe stylist. As an assistant, you will gain the experience necessary to begin a career of your own. You will also learn all the basics from the source such as how to coordinate business outfits, travel outfits or party outfits. You will also make contacts with tailors and other fashion professionals that you can turn to for help. One way to get a job or internship is to contact a wardrobe stylist via phone or email and ask if she needs a helping hand.
4.
Step 4

Advertise your service. WEBSITES help tremendously.