How to become a Fashion Consultant

Fashion consultancy is one of the fastest-growing fields of study in the fashion business. If you have an eye for the newest fashion trends, a love for fashion, an eye for detail, a sense of humour, and strong interpersonal skills, a career as a fashion consultant may be for you. Fashion consultants, who are sometimes referred to as personal stylists or image consultants, assist clients in developing and/or enhancing their professional and/or personal images. They assist customers in selecting clothing for a range of events and in determining which styles are flattering and convey the desired message. Consultants often travel and may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. They must have strong communication skills in order to engage with customers who might be tough or demanding at times.

A fashion consultant or stylist advises people in selecting clothing and accessories, either on a regular basis or for special occasions such as weddings and banquets. The position demands in-depth knowledge of current fashion trends and breakthroughs. As a fashion adviser, you may also be responsible for sourcing apparel in the proper size and organising any adjustments. Some consultants also have fashion design skills, and as part of their services, they may develop personalised looks.

To become a competent fashion consultant, you must learn various essential talents. You must be both fashionable and passionate about styling individuals. You must be willing to develop relationships with other fashion industry experts in order to secure samples and pieces for your collection. As a result, effective communication and customer service skills are critical. As a consultant, you must also have a creative eye and the ability to develop your own style. After all, how can clients trust you to make them appear suitable if you don't look good? Often, customers will pick you based on their desire for your aesthetic. Finally, you must be able to recognise colours, patterns, and brands both by name and by their historical context.

Deserving candidates are allotted seats based on the marks scored by them in relevant entrance test / board exam / a combination of both.

• NIFT Entrance Exam
• Pearl Academy Entrance Exam
• NID Entrance Exam
• CEED
• UCEED
• AIEED
• SOFT
• IICD

• Personal fashion consulting, providing fashion advise to clients
• Personal shopper
• Wardrobe or show styling
• Editorial styling
• Commercial styling
• Corporate styling
• Photography studio styling
• Make-up artist
• Fashion merchandiser
• Public relations
• Fashion blogger
• Fashion designer
• Photographer
• Wedding planner
• Retail fashion store owner
• Model
• Talent agent
• Event management