FASHION STYLIST Mollie Berntsen

JOB DESCRIPTION  Stylists are in charge of making outfit selections  Fashion stylists can style for a variety of events and clients such as: award shows, magazine editorials, movie wardrobe, daily client outfit selection, special events and more.

EDUCATION  Most stylists are self made or simply find their way into the position.  Many start with internships, blogging or working with friends.  Full-time personal stylist Valerie Fowler says she simply made a website and got a phone call, thus receiving her first styling gig.

ABILITIES  Color sense  Some fashion trend knowledge  Networking abilities to build clientele  Access to garments (either borrow or purchasing)

PERSONAL QUALITIES Stylists must be:  Driven  Hard-workers  Have good fashion sense  Be personable to work with clients

SALARY According to Fashion-Schools.org:  Entry Level Fashion Stylists: $150-$200/day  Experienced Fashion Stylists: $500-$5,000/day  Top-level Fashion Stylists: above $5,000/day; $100,000 or more annually

JOB AVAILABILITY  Stylists can work independently, work for a company or both.  A search on SimplyHired.com reveals a new open position about every 1-3 days in varying U.S. states  While the economy has affected every job market, stylists can still make a decent income if they’re willing to put in the time and effort.

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