Question by Kate: How much money would a department store pay me to carry my fashion line? I want to be a fashion designer one day, and have my dresses carried in department stores such as nordstrom’s, dillards, and barneys new York. What is the price range that they would pay me for my line ? Best answer: Answer by Ryan MThat depends on how popular YOUR line is. It can be a few thousand bucks or several million. However major department stores only carry major lines, so you would need to be successful on your own for YEARS before they will even negotiate with you. Do you have any idea how much production capacity you will need to fulfill a national department store chain?? Add your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More
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July 15th, 2011
How much money would a department store pay me to carry my fashion line?
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2 Comments »July 14th, 2011
Q&A: How do I become a fashion history expert?
Question by Kate: How do I become a fashion history expert? I am currently a history major, but I am not sure if I’m on the right path. (I’m at the end of my freshman year, so I’m not entirely too far along to switch majors if I have to.) It’s my dream to become an expert of fashion history, hopefully designing costumes for movies, TV and theatre. Best answer: Answer by o0kevstar0ospin around really fast with a cup on your head. There…… Know better? Leave your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More
July 12th, 2011
What are some great movies that center around fashion?
by 28 Dreams Question by Sarah: What are some great movies that center around fashion? I’ve thought of Devil Wears Prada and Funny Face. I would love more suggestions where the main theme of the movie is fashion / fashion magazines. Best answer: Answer by ILOVEMYCLAYTONS!!:)Zoolander! lol I was goiing to say Devil Wears Prada, but you already had it. Give your answer to this question…. Click here to Read More
July 11th, 2011
Q&A: What math skills does a fashion buyer need and how do they order merchandise?
by BiggerPictureImages.com Question by yourhandswereshaking: What math skills does a fashion buyer need and how do they order merchandise? I am a junior in HS and need to teach a 25 minute lecture on the role of a fashion buyer. I can’t find any details, only broad answers like “…purchases clothing and accessories from manufacturers and designers.” I can’t fill 25 minutes with that! Please help! Best answer: Answer by JohnnyTalk about math skills Calculating margins, markdowns, shrinkage (theft, miss-placed orders, inventory adjustments) Talk about the seasons (when to order when to liquidate) Talk about suppliers (different ones you deal with) Talk about terms (net 30, 2%10 and 2%15 discounts) Volume rebates, allowances, order…. Click here to Read More
Posted in Fashion Discussion Tags: buyer, Fashion, math, Merchandise, need, order, skills, they No Comments »July 10th, 2011
To start a business or to go to Fashion Design school?
Question by Weee!: To start a business or to go to Fashion Design school? Here’s the deal: I skipped school this year to opt for “rest” but now that I’m totally blank, I want to do something productive and long-term. Now, should I start a small food business and start taking fashion design classes in addition to regular classes? OR should I go to fashion design now and start a business after graduation? I like the former, but what do you think? Any better ideas? Best answer: Answer by kittyg29Do both. You’ll need money to start a business *and* to continue classes. What do you think? Answer…. Click here to Read More
July 9th, 2011
How do I get a fashion internship at a brand or a magazine?
Question by Phi: How do I get a fashion internship at a brand or a magazine? I am so obsessed with fashion and really want to intern for a magazine or a designer but I am clueless of where to start. I really want to build up my resume before I go to college (currently a junior in high school).. Best answer: Answer by Jeanne BPhi, You might start asking if the magazine you would like to work at offers internships for your age group. Most internships go to college graduates. But anywhere you could work in the industry will teach you part of the industry. So it doesn’t hurt to ask, even for summer jobs sweeping the floor. That job won’t teach you anything directly, but you can observe how the people in the industry go about the jobs….. Click here to Read More
July 8th, 2011
What are the top famous fashion shoes brands?
Question by federomano: What are the top famous fashion shoes brands? Im looking for the historical known, as an example, Givenchy and Channel are top perfume brands, im looking for those in the fashion shoes market. Im sure there are some of them, i would like you to tell me all you know because im investigating. Thanks for your answer! Best answer: Answer by foxy roxyjimmy choo christian louboutin manolo blahnik ummm… yeah, those are the bigger famous ones Add your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More
July 7th, 2011
What is an acceptable salary for a fashion designer who is looking for a job out of college ?
Question by vr100: What is an acceptable salary for a fashion designer who is looking for a job out of college ? I have a younger sibling who just finished college with a degree in fashion. She went to a company who offered her an interesting salary package – $ 24,000 base salary and 2.5 % of the wholesale volume generated by her designs. That means that if the company wholesales $ 2 million based on her designs, she makes $ 50,000. Does this sound fair ? The company IS a high volume wholesaler. I know most companies have a lot of expenses but I have no idea what a fair wage is for a fashion designer. HELP ? Best answer: Answer by lolololololnot really but she doesnt really have that much experience so maybe thats why so if her…. Click here to Read More
Posted in Fashion Discussion Tags: acceptable, College, Designer, Fashion, Looking, salary 3 Comments »July 6th, 2011
Q&A: How much does it cost to put together a high profile fashion show?
Question by lebonffleague14: How much does it cost to put together a high profile fashion show? I’m doing a project and for the budget I must create, I need to know how much it would cost to produce a fashion show at Madison Square Gardens. But honestly I am willing to take any answer that seems legit. Best answer: Answer by Reine de la modeAbout a million. Know better? Leave your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More
July 5th, 2011
What are some ways i can pursue,practice,meet,and do fashion work?
by TPWP Question by God’s child: What are some ways i can pursue,practice,meet,and do fashion work? My dream and goal is to become a famous fashion designer. What are some ways i can reach and pursue that goal. And is their any people that anyone may know to help. People help me give me websites or CD-roms or something that might help. Please no negative remarks!!!!! Thanks! Best answer: Answer by mojo1969internship at magazine for summer. Add your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More
July 4th, 2011
What are some good fashion tips for guys?
by camshots Question by Nick F: What are some good fashion tips for guys? My parent’s never really let me splurge on clothes, but now that I’m on my own and have a well paying job, I’d like to spend more on it. What are some good fashion tips for a 19 year old male? What sort of brand names should I shop for? I’d like as much advice as you can offer. Best answer: Know better? Leave your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More
July 2nd, 2011
How and do fashion designers use keyboarding skills,& what good websites are there about fashion designers?
by yago1.com Question by nikki.babii330: How and do fashion designers use keyboarding skills,& what good websites are there about fashion designers? i need to know if fashion designers use keyboarding skills, and if they do how do the use it? and also is there any good websites about fashion designers like there earnings and nature of the work stuff like that. its for a school project! Best answer: Answer by TarynnFirst, I would just google fashion design jobs to answer your question. As for the first, yes. Everyone needs keyboarding skills. They need to update their blog about all of the faux-pas fashion disasters they see on the streets. They have to send e-mails to modeling agencies to get models for their show. They need a…. Click here to Read More
Posted in Fashion Discussion Tags: About, designers, Fashion, good, keyboarding, skills, There, Websites No Comments »July 1st, 2011
What do employers in fashion shops look for physically?
June 30th, 2011
what are the best fashion programmes a 17 year old can attend during summer?
by Beo Beyond Question by Elizabeth: what are the best fashion programmes a 17 year old can attend during summer? Hello! First, just to state that Money and location is not a problem. I was considering Parsons intensive summer studies but my friend went there and she said it was pretty slacking, so I don’t want to waste my money. I really would like an opportunity to meet a lot of new friends and learn more about fashion. Any suggestions? Advice would be greatly appreciated! Cheers! Best answer: Answer by ShannonFor REAL experience, write in to loads of professional studios, companies, editiors, etc, asking if you can work there in the summer or observe during the summer. Be polite and explain to them that you believe you have…. Click here to Read More
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June 29th, 2011
What would I have to do to get an internship or job at a fashion magazine?
Question by hello123: What would I have to do to get an internship or job at a fashion magazine? I’m guessing school paper, then majoring in journalism and a minor in fashion? How would I land an internship? Do you suggest a job in fashion journalism for a magazine, like vogue or teen vogue? I’ve heard that the hours are crazy but worth it. What are your opinions? Best answer: Add your own answer in the…. Click here to Read More