I've Got Nothing To Wear

Fashion And Style

Hmm.. so where have you heard that before? Most probably, from you!

Yes, girls (maybe even guys!) usually go over this statement at least 2-3 times a day whenever the challenge of putting together an outfit comes along. No matter where you're dressing up (or down) for, there always seems to be a lack of viable options in your wardrobe to choose from, right?

I used to go through this same turmoil earlier, but now as I'm becoming more aware of fashion and my style, I'm proud to declare I don't feel so confused any more.

What Is Your Fashion And Style?

As you know, fashion and style are different elements. I'm not going to give any tutorials on fashion or style, so let's keep it simple. Let's just say, while fashion can be wearing sexy Louboutins, your own style can be about sexing it up with Crocs.

You can follow fashion trends from what you see on TV, movies, stores, or even the runway, but you need to have a unique personal sense of style. Your personal style defines who you are, reveals your personality.

So when you feel you've got nothing to wear, chances are you're just struggling to find your personal style. Therefore, the next time you feel you've got nothing to wear, first figure out what your personal style is, and then try to use your wardrobe to come up with your outfit.

Trust me, once you know what your personal style is, you will find your wardrobe is not as outdated as you think it is.

How To Find Your Personal Style?

Your personal style is a representation of your personality. For instance, if you're comfortable with your Ugg boots, it shows your adventurous, relaxed, or even quirky persona, depending on where you wear these Ugg boots to.

The best way to find your personal style is to define your priorities:

Comfort or looks?
Glamorous or practical?
Attention-grabbing or one in the crowd?
While doing this, do keep in mind what you're dressing for. How do you want people to acknowledge you as?

For instance, if your main priority is looking great for any occasion any time of the day (or night), chances are you'd plan a glamorous outfit designed to grab the attention of others. And this explains your extrovert nature. You're definitely not shy.

However, this style might backfire on you in a professional environment - you can turn out to be so attention-grabbing that people are intimidated by you. So yes, do keep in mind what you're dressing up. And therefore, you can have different personal styles depending on what you're dressing up for, namely, workplace, casual and so on.

How to Choose The Right Fashion School

Fashion Design School

There are many fashion design schools, fashion institutes and fashion colleges available to someone interested in the field. To decide which school is right for you, you must do some research. You should find out as much as you can about the faculty, the subjects taught and the facilities. Your interests and abilities should match what the school has to offer.

The cost of a school is one of the first things you should look at when choosing a fashion design school. If you cannot afford the school you really want to attend find out about the availability of scholarships or financial aid. Reputation of the school is also something that you should investigate. Find out if there have been any problems with accreditation, financial aid challenges or any problems with the faculty or staff.

What It Takes To Be A Fashion Designer

Let's get one thing straight - to be a fashion designer you'll need to possess a formidable range of skills and personal qualities. Be honest with yourself, evaluate the extent to which you possess these skills and qualities otherwise you'll eventually run into obstacles in your attempts to be a fashion designer.

First and foremost you need talent. This encompasses a wide range of skills including drawing, sewing, research, vision and creativity. Without a high level of natural talent you can never be a fashion designer.

The fashion industry is tough and competitive - you need to be prepared to use your abilities to give yourself an edge over your rivals. This only comes through having the confidence to truly believe in what you're doing and the assertiveness to deliver.

Without a high level of ambition and the necessary commitment to achieve that ambition you may struggle.

Fashion Designer Salary, Beyond Your Imagination

Tommy Hilfiger

Fashion design is a career choice desired by many. The glamour, creativity, and earning potential, along with names such as Tommy Hilfiger, Prada, Mark James, and Yves Saint Laurent, convey visions of glamorous clothes, red carpet events, celebrities, fame, and big bucks. However, the reality could not be farther from the truth. Those who choose careers in fashion design have beginning salaries below $30,000 a year; however, hard work, resolve, creativity, and the ability to stand out, can result in earning millions during the course of a career.

People associate fashion design with high profile designers who lend their name to the clothes we wear. Those who enjoy the world of fashion, but require job and income stability, have more secure opportunities available. Employment abounds in mass marketing and manufacturing. These garments are designed for retail and discount chains. As middle class demands increase for fashionable, yet affordable, clothing, these designers and manufacturers continue to grow in popularity. Beginning salaries in mass marketing average $30,000 a year; however, creating designs that are unique and functional, leads to potential income of $78, 000 or more per year.