Being a fashion buyer is one of the most sought after careers in fashion. Behind the glamorous image of a buyer who is travelling the world to select the latest pieces off fashion week runways is a job that requires a combination of skill sets to be successful. Solely responsible for selecting and ordering what is sold in stores to ensure...
Jan 18, 2019
Dora Fung’s career in the fashion industry spans over 15 years and multiple impressive titles. The fashion industry is cut-throat, but when you love what you do, it’s all worth it, Fung says; whether it’s working on a photoshoot until 9 pm on a Friday or flying to St. Barts with a legendary stylist. From starting as the New York editor for Vogue...
Jan 10, 2019
Careers in fashion is a hot topic here at FashionUnited. With this interview series, we would like to provide our readers with transparent insight into the inner-workings of the industry. Recently, we talked to Hollie Lennon from Monsoon Accessorize, who informed FashionUnited more about her role as Talent Acquisition Business Partner. Monsoon...
Jan 3, 2019
A new generation of shoppers and workers are walking through the doors of fashion stores. Business strategies from mid-range brands to luxury brands are changing. To understand this change, brands need to leave an open space to create and implement new strategies for success. What are the tools for optimizing staff training? How can brands...
Dec 27, 2018
Moving on with our series of recaps, it’s time to remember the people in fashion for whom 2018 will forever be marked as a special year in their careers. Virgil Abloh Could 2018 have been any better for Virgil Abloh? His label, Off-White, was one of the most sought-after brands in 2018, which led him to collaborate with a number of high-profile...
Dec 26, 2018
Besides interning at a top fashion company, networking at events, reading the right books can also better prepare you for a successful career in fashion. With the holidays around the corner, a book in fashion know-how can be a great gift idea for those still adding to their knowledge of the industry or professionals who want to propel their...
Dec 20, 2018
Fashion e-commerce is a booming industry and projected to have an expansive growth into the next decade. Just starting your career or looking to switch professions? There are numerous job opportunities in fashion e-commerce from data scientist to e-commerce personal stylist. With the success of online retail platforms such as Farfetch and...
Dec 12, 2018
Technology has completely changed the fashion industry, once a predominantly analog business. Social media allows retailers to engage with their consumers in real-time and also collect data that enables them to tailor products to their clientele. In an era of connectivity, smartphones and e-commerce have altered the way people shop by making it...
Dec 6, 2018
As the fashion industry continues to evolve, so are the responsibilities of a fashion merchandiser. When most people think of a fashion brand, they may associate it immediately with the designer; however, behind the scenes, the fashion merchandiser plays an integral part in getting the consumer to buy the latest trends. Besides having a sense of...
Nov 29, 2018
Hennes and Mauritz Inc (H&M) is set to roll out new benefits for its American part time employees in 2019. The changes include: six weeks of paid parental leave, a weekly schedule commitment with options ranging up to 12 minimum hours guaranteed from March through December, and a new scheduling mobile app which the company says will make the...
Nov 28, 2018
Celebrity endorsements and brand partnerships have been the traditional formats to promote and launch new products for decades; however, technology and social media has revolutionized the way fashion, luxury and cosmetic brands approach marketing. Growing up in a globalized and digital world, today’s consumers are digital savvy and brands are...
Nov 22, 2018
Working in fashion is a hot topic here at FashionUnited, as we try to provide our readers with a transparent insight into the inner-workings of the industry. It’s also important, however, to keep track of other fast growing industries, like the emergence of the currently thriving beauty sector. Through a series of interviews, we would like to...
Nov 1, 2018
