Are you addicted to fashion? Were you that girl or guy in school that would sift through the local mall for that perfect outfit that would meet your visual expectations, but time and time again wind up either making something from scratch or modifying something you found off the rack? If so, perhaps a career in fashion design is calling to you. Whether you are simply stylish or set the trend with your fresh and original creations, a career in fashion might be just the path to fulfilling your career goals.
Many people think of fashion in terms of a New York or Milan runway and don’t see the role of fashion in the everyday lives of people everywhere. The world and economy of fashion has many functions both creative and non-creative. Fashion is a business and like in any business there is a need for people with diverse talents and skills. So if business or economics is your strong suit as opposed to art and you love fashion, there is still a place in the exciting world of fashion for you.
So where do you acquire the needed skills and prepare for your career in fashion? Many schools and institutes throughout the world offer educational programs in fashion. Some schools offer degrees as well as certificates in a variety of fashion emphasis such as design or merchandising. Within the broader categories of design and merchandising, one can choose courses that allow them to specialize in an aspect of fashion such as accessories, textiles, or even specific categories of clothing such as lingerie.



