Looking to showcase your industry expertise but not sure where to start? Try freelance writing as a contributor for industry publications! Freelance writing can seem daunting to many as the common misconceptions is that you have to have a background in English or Creative Writing to get started, but this isn’t the case. Freelance writing […]
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A career in fashion can be an exciting journey with so many avenues to choose from. You’ve got the passion for the industry but where do you get your start? Someone with a sincere interest in the industry can start anywhere because experience is experience! Below are Style Nine to Five Founder, Christie Lohr’s, inside […]
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When it comes to the fashion industry (or any industry!), it’s common to wear multiple hats and to work more than one job at a time. For many in the industry, there are a lot of temporary or part-time opportunities available for career growth and variety. While you may have fine-tuned your work-life balance, how […]
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As an intern, standing out is so important because it’s your time to impress and prove to your boss that you’re hireable. To make it in fashion you have to thrive in fast-paced environments as every day is an opportunity to put your best foot forward. I’ve hacked the best ways to set yourself apart […]
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Congratulations, grad! Surely you’d think all those long hours of hard work should land you a great job in the fashion industry, but if you’re like many other recent graduates out there, you might be quickly realizing that it’s a lot tougher than you thought. While breaking into a job in fashion can be difficult […]
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If you’ve ever said that you have a “passion for fashion” on your cover letter, resume, or in a job interview, you’re not alone. That’s because it’s one of the most over-used phrases for expressing your enthusiasm when applying for a job in fashion. By now, it not only sounds a little cheesy, but it’s […]
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If you’re a fashion lover at heart, it’s natural to want to pursue a career in the industry that you’re passionate about. Before you start envisioning yourself as a head designer or senior buyer, there are some aspects of working in fashion that may be a little different than what you think. Here, we’ll explore […]
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Whether you’re a student looking to work in the fashion industry (like myself), someone trying to change career paths to fashion, or currently working within the industry itself, this one tip that has been engrained in me countless times will help you in the fast-paced fashion industry. Network, network, network and if I haven’t already […]
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We all love a little luxury here and there (some more than others), but many of us can’t always afford to spend $2,500 on a handbag or $700 on a plain logo tee, no matter how ‘cute’ it is or how many people are wearing it on Instagram. Find fashion jobs here. If you’re reading […]
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So you know you love fashion. You can put together a killer outfit with your eyes closed. Now it’s time to make it a career. (Find fashion jobs in Toronto and Canada on Style Nine to Five) But where to begin? Is fashion school a cop out? What would my parents think? I’m here to […]
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