The Fashion School Dropout

Every industry has their set of vocabulary words. The words "pull", "test", and "book" have a completely different definition to stylists than they do to the outside world. When you first start out it might be intimidating to be around others speaking in industry jargon, but that ends today. Here are some keywords and terms you need to know as a stylist. Get your styling kit starter list here: https://www.fashionmentor.co/blog/2018/4/15/5-items-for-your-stylist-kit

I get messages from stylists all the time who wonder why they're not booking as many clients as they know they could be. If you've been wondering the same, listen up to hear the top 3 common culprits and how you can go from overlooked to overbooked in 2020! Want to learn more about marketing yourself as a stylist and how to network to raise your net worth? Join my Stylist Masterclass, my self-paced online course that gives you the blueprint to becoming #bookedandbusy!  Learn more info here: https://fashionmentor.teachable.com/p/start-my-styling-career/ See you in class!

Before you get the job, you need to interview. Before you get an interview, you need to win them over with your resume-that’s where I come in to help. I’ve applied to a lot of positions and gained so much experience learning what makes for a successful resume and what doesn’t. Some things seem so obvious but you’d be surprised how many people make seemingly innocent mistakes. Listen to this episode so you don't make a mistake that might cost you your dream job or internship.

In this episode, bi-coastal (LA+NYC) celebrity stylist Dan P. Lee joins me to talk about his journey from small town beginnings to stylist to the stars. You may have heard of his clients including Quincy Brown, Famous Dex, and Kodak Black, and he's just getting started! Listen to his inspiring story of persistence and dedication, Dan is definitely one to watch! Keep up with his latest work on IG: @dan.p.lee

The hardest part is over (the interview) but now the waiting game begins. Here's what you can do AFTER the interview to make sure you stand out to your potential employer, get ready to take notes!

You don't have to live in LA or New York to be a stylist, in fact, you can start booking personal styling clients like...today! Tune in as I chat with Dallas, Texas-based menswear stylist and designer Bria Charlise. We're spilling all the real tea in this episode from a business perspective. In this episode, we discuss everything you need to know about the power of branding, getting your foot in the door in a small market, stepping out on faith and Bria shares inspiring gems about working with the hand she was dealt, what led her to menswear, and why you need a business coach. Get into it!

As an up and coming stylist, it's important to start building your portfolio by doing test shoots. Not only do test shoots let you show off your eye for style, but it will help you be able to book your own jobs down the line. The last thing you want is to intern/assist for 5 years, get asked to style a job by yourself but have no portfolio to show to the photographer/creative director. No matter how many shoots you've helped on, you absolutely can't include another stylists work in your portfolio, even if you assisted. It's their work, period. But have no fear, even if you don't live in a big city like LA or NYC, here are some ways to start building your portfolio.

If you're even remotely interested in becoming a stylist you've probably read Sasha's book, The Secrets of Stylists. We take Sasha's 30+ years of industry experience and summing up everything she's learned about navigating the industry for you. We also go in on how to move up in the fashion industry as a fashion editor transitioning to high fashion asking for what you want, negotiating your worth. Taking a leap of faith in the face of fear, being persistent and taking risks. This is one you're going to want to take notes from!

Get real comfortable and listen up because me and Derek are sharing all of our stylist stories today and giving you ALL the scoop on what its like working as a fashion/celebrity stylist. In this unfiltered, real, and raw episode we're discussing everything from what to expect in the industry, when to stop doing free work, knowing your worth and everything else in between! Find Derek on IG: www.instagram.com/derekbeckman

From the outside looking in, the glamour and clout often linked to a career in fashion can be hypnotizing and leave you lusting for that Insta-perfect looking life. Unfortunately things are not always what they seem. Brittany sits down with Andrea Martinez to clear the smoky mirrors and expose the truth, while offering crucial advice to up-and-coming designers. Is the fashion industry really worth the headache and heartache? Listen to this BEFORE you even think about entering fashion. Follow Andrea on IG: www.instagram.com/_astronot

For the latest episode, I caught up with London based jewelry designer Justine Cullen to learn how she made the leap to start her successful jewelry line and what it takes to run an international accessory company. If you have a business that you want to take to the next level, whether that's styling or designing then this episode is for you! So grab your notebook and pen to take notes, Justine is dropping business gems (pun intended) all hour long.

Our latest episode features fashion publicist and founder of Vytal Group Showroom, Derek Richmond all about his humble beginnings in a Mormon family to having his clients' designs featured on the likes of Trey Songz, Karen Civil, Steve Aoki, Kali Uchis, and more. We talked about how he got his first job in fashion, what working in different parts of fashion entails (he's done PR, modeling, AND styling), plus what stylists need to know when reaching out to showrooms and how to get a "YES" to that pull request. Plus, listen up for some amazing advice for up-and-coming designers and fashion publicists.  Find Vytal Group at on IG: www.instagram.com/vytal_group

At a time where all the information you want is literally in the palm of your hand, does going to school for fashion really even matter? Costume designer, Brea Holmes, opens up about her thoughts and experience in the industry. Brittany and Brea dive deep into the relevancy of fashion school today and shed light on the the important skills they DON’T teach you that are key for “making it” in the modern fashion scape.  Follow Brea on IG: www.instagram.com/bee_the_costume_designer

Throw on your pinstripes and patent pumps, because Brittany and trademark attorney, Andrea Sager, are taking you to law school! The LAST thing any designer or creative wants is to get caught up with copyrights. In this episode, Andrea steps in to walk you through protecting designs and avoiding legal trouble. If Diet Prada haunts your haute nightmares too, you have to hear this!  Follow Andrea on IG: www.instagram.com/andreasagerlaw

How bad do you really want that fashion job? Social media has a way of only telling one side of the story when it comes to being a fashion stylist, but when the IG live is over,  the models go home, and they roll up the red carpet, what's left is real role of a wardrobe stylist. Manny Jay is no stranger to the daily grind and in this episode, we spill all the tea. This no nonsense advice for aspiring stylists comes from a seasoned vet, who survived cancer and didn't that keep him away from serving looks. Go ahead and get comfy because you won’t find a story like this anywhere else.