What do fashion designers do?
Fashion designers generally work with manufacturing companies, wholesalers and design firms. Those who find their successful niche can go on to be self employed having their own clothing line. Fashion designers are responsible for: • Sketching fashion ideas • Creating accessory designs • Determining pricing • Selecting and cutting fabric • Researching new styles • Tailoring clothing • Modify finished product People in the fashion industry have to research various age groups, genders and socioeconomic status to identify their target audience for the designs and styles they want to work with. Designers usually travel extensively to do their fashion research and learn about new trends in other countries. They also have the chance to arrange their own fashion shows. Although fashion is a creative expression, designers must be able to adapt to peoples needs and what is popular to be able to be successful in a mass market.
