{"id":50395,"date":"2021-10-05T21:01:49","date_gmt":"2021-10-06T01:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=50395"},"modified":"2021-10-05T21:01:49","modified_gmt":"2021-10-06T01:01:49","slug":"how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Fashion Stylist"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]Dream of a successful career in the beauty industry? Learn how to become a fashion stylist!\n\nToday, we&#8217;re here to answer all of the need-to-know questions you have about this exciting new career path. So, sit back and get comfy. By the time you&#8217;re finished reading, you&#8217;ll know EXACTLY where to begin and how to find success in professional fashion styling![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; 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text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#What_Qualifications_Do_You_Need_to_Be_a_Fashion_Stylist\" >What Qualifications Do You Need to Be a Fashion Stylist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#How_Much_Does_a_Fashion_Stylist_Earn\" >How Much Does a Fashion Stylist Earn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#Is_Fashion_Stylist_a_Good_Career\" >Is Fashion Stylist a Good Career?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#Step_One_Learn_The_Career_%E2%80%93_What_IS_a_Fashion_Stylist\" >Step One: Learn The Career &#8211; What IS a Fashion Stylist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#Step_Two_Take_Courses_on_How_to_Become_a_Fashion_Stylist\" >Step Two: Take Courses on How to Become a Fashion Stylist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#Step_Three_Get_Hands-On_Industry_Experience\" >Step Three: Get Hands-On Industry Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#Step_Four_Stay_on_Top_of_Fashion_Trends\" >Step Four: Stay on Top of Fashion Trends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/how-to-become-a-fashion-stylist\/#How_Do_I_Start_as_a_Freelance_Fashion_Stylist\" >How Do I Start as a Freelance Fashion Stylist?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Qualifications_Do_You_Need_to_Be_a_Fashion_Stylist\"><\/span>What Qualifications Do You Need to Be a Fashion Stylist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Okay, first thing&#8217;s first: do you need professional training to start a career as a fashion stylist?\n\nTechnically, no, you don&#8217;t. But that said, your chances of success will <em>drastically\u00a0<\/em>decrease if you choose to forego a proper education. The fact is, the majority of employers and clients alike will be looking for some kind of reputable qualification on your end.\n\nThink of it this way: if YOU wanted to hire a fashion stylist, would you prefer booking someone who could prove that they know what they&#8217;re doing&#8230; or someone who can only\u00a0<em>claim\u00a0<\/em>to know what they&#8217;re doing?\n\nI think we both know the answer, right?\n\nFor this reason, the most successful of fashion stylists will have<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fashion-schools.org\/articles\/fashion-stylist-fashion-career-profile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> either a certification or a degree<\/a> in their field. If\u00a0<em>you\u00a0<\/em>want a fruitful career, it&#8217;s in your best interest to do the same. We&#8217;ll take a closer look at the sort of fashion styling course you can take shortly![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;50399&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_a_Fashion_Stylist_Earn\"><\/span>How Much Does a Fashion Stylist Earn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Next, if you want to know how to be a fashion stylist, it&#8217;s worth having an idea of the type of money you can make. When looking at this, it&#8217;s important to keep in mind that there&#8217;s no &#8220;one-size-fits-all&#8221; salary for this profession. Two fashion stylists living in the same city can make two completely different incomes.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Impacting Factors<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Some of the key factors that can directly impact the amount of money you make include (but aren&#8217;t limited to):[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Your location (i.e. big city vs. small town);<\/li>\n \t<li>The demand for fashion stylist services in your area;<\/li>\n \t<li>The quality of your professional portfolio;<\/li>\n \t<li>How much hands-on, in-field experience you have;<\/li>\n \t<li>Your local competition;<\/li>\n \t<li>The amount of effort you put into networking;<\/li>\n \t<li>Whether you&#8217;re working as a fashion stylist part-time vs. full-time;<\/li>\n \t<li>Whether you&#8217;re employed by a business or run one of your own;<\/li>\n \t<li>If your business also offers\u00a0<em>other\u00a0<\/em>beauty services, such as <a href=\"\/your-makeup-career\/job-description-of-a-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">professional makeup<\/a>, for example;<\/li>\n \t<li>How you&#8217;ve priced your service rates;<\/li>\n \t<li>How you market your business\/services;<\/li>\n \t<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Average Salary Ranges for Fashion Stylists by Location<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Of course, I\u00a0<em>can\u00a0<\/em>provide some annual salary ranges for full-time fashion stylists, based on country. Here&#8217;s what&#8217;s typically being made throughout the world:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>United States:\u00a0<\/strong>Between $44,000 USD to $61,000 USD per year (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salary.com\/research\/salary\/posting\/fashion-stylist-salary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salary.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Canada:\u00a0<\/strong>Between $39,000 CAD to $46,000 CAD per year (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/CA\/Job=Fashion_Stylist\/Hourly_Rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PayScale<\/a>)<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>United Kingdom:\u00a0<\/strong>Between \u00a315,000 GBP to \u00a335,000 GBP per year (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/UK\/Job=Fashion_Stylist\/Salary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PayScale<\/a>)<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>New Zealand:\u00a0<\/strong>Between $36,000 NZD to $51,000 NZD per year (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/NZ\/Job=Stylist\/Hourly_Rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PayScale<\/a>)<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Australia:\u00a0<\/strong>Between $76,000 AUD to $133,000 AUD per year (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salaryexpert.com\/salary\/job\/fashion-stylist\/australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salary Expert<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>The Added Value of an Accredited Certification<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]When you get proper fashion styling training, you\u2019re investing time, money, and effort into your skill-set. As a result, once you graduate from your course, you earn the right to price your services in a way that properly <em>reflects\u00a0<\/em>that.\n\nPlus, if your business offers any additional beauty services, as I mentioned above, then you can raise those rates, too!\n\nMoreover, having a credible fashion styling certification will do wonders in terms of helping you stand out from your competitors. Setting yourself apart from the crowd will not only elevate your career \u2013 it\u2019ll <em>definitely\u00a0<\/em>help you earn a higher income![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Did you know that ALL of <a href=\"\/about-qc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QC Makeup Academy<\/a>&#8216;s self-paced, online certification courses are accredited and internationally-recognized? Check out our full list of programs <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;50401&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Fashion_Stylist_a_Good_Career\"><\/span>Is Fashion Stylist a Good Career?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Here&#8217;s the thing: even the best-paying job in the world won&#8217;t be worth it if you aren&#8217;t actually enjoying yourself. So, this begs the question: is it worth your time and effort to actually\u00a0<em>become\u00a0<\/em>a fashion stylist?\n\nIs it truly a good career to pursue?\n\nThat depends on you, your goals, and your personal preferences.\n\nHere are a few questions to help you get a better idea of whether or not fashion styling is the perfect fit (<em>heh<\/em>) for you:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Do you love getting creative?<\/li>\n \t<li>Are you a &#8220;people person&#8221;?<\/li>\n \t<li>Do you have a natural eye for fashion?<\/li>\n \t<li>Are you passionate about helping others look and feel their very best?<\/li>\n \t<li>Are you eager to learn everything you can about the industry?<\/li>\n \t<li>Do you already have a beauty career and want to expand your services?<\/li>\n \t<li>Would you love the chance to be your own boss and start your very own business?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you answered &#8220;yes&#8221; to these questions, then guess what? You should DEFINITELY <a href=\"\/2020\/02\/why-fashion-styling-services-will-help-your-makeup-artist-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get started as a fashion stylist<\/a>, because it sounds like you were <em>born\u00a0<\/em>to do this job!\n\nFurthermore, another awesome perk to this profession is that there are so many possible career opportunities at your feet. For instance, you could strictly offer in-person consultations &#8211; but you could also offer\u00a0<em>virtual\u00a0<\/em>consultations, too. This would open up your client reach and allow you to book with people from anywhere in the world!\n\nAdditionally, there are countless different areas of the beauty industry that you could specialize in and branch out into. These are just some of the industries you could lend your expertise to:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Everyday clients (i.e. fashion styling for day-to-day needs);<\/li>\n \t<li>Editorial and photoshoots<\/li>\n \t<li>Fashion and runway<\/li>\n \t<li>Film, television, and live theater<\/li>\n \t<li>Bridal fashion<\/li>\n \t<li>Maternity fashion<\/li>\n \t<li>Fashion styling for mature clients<\/li>\n \t<li>Fashion styling on a budget<\/li>\n \t<li>Boutique and\/or fashion display styling<\/li>\n \t<li>And SO much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]As you can see, the possibilities are endless![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]Alright, now that you know what it takes to be a fashion stylist, how can you actually\u00a0<em>become\u00a0<\/em>a fashion stylist?\n\nThese 4 steps will walk you through the process![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; 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image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_One_Learn_The_Career_%E2%80%93_What_IS_a_Fashion_Stylist\"><\/span>Step One: Learn The Career &#8211; What IS a Fashion Stylist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]If I were to ask you, &#8220;What does a fashion stylist actually\u00a0<em>do<\/em>?&#8221;, would you know how to answer this question?\n\nIf not, don&#8217;t worry, because you&#8217;re about to find out!\n\nAs a fashion stylist, you&#8217;ll be responsible for any\/all of the following tasks:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Conduct initial client consultations and follow-up appointments;<\/li>\n \t<li>Help your client determine (and then work within) their allotted budget;<\/li>\n \t<li>Collaborate with other professionals in the beauty industry (e.g. makeup artists, hair stylists, photographers, etc.);<\/li>\n \t<li>Get to know your clients on a more personal level, so you can best determine the style(s) that suit them and their lifestyle;<\/li>\n \t<li>Being a subject-matter expert on style basics (i.e. fit, weight, drape, appropriate sizing, fabrics, textures, colors, patterns, prints, body types, balance, etc.);<\/li>\n \t<li>Accessorizing clothing;<\/li>\n \t<li>Creating efficient wardrobes with versatile pieces for clients of any age, gender, body type, etc.;<\/li>\n \t<li>Owning and successfully operating your own business (should you choose to go this route), etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]To get an even better idea of what a fashion stylist does on a day-to-day basis, I&#8217;d recommend doing a bit of detective work on your end. Read publications and check out successful fashion stylists on social media. Their channels could provide some eye-opening, inspiring insights into what their lives (and careers) truly look like![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_Two_Take_Courses_on_How_to_Become_a_Fashion_Stylist\"><\/span>Step Two: Take Courses on How to Become a Fashion Stylist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]At this stage of the game, it&#8217;s time to decide where &#8211; and how &#8211; you&#8217;d like to obtain your professional fashion styling education. As such, the first step is to determine whether you&#8217;d like your schooling to be done\u00a0<em>in-person\u00a0<\/em>or\u00a0<em>online.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Brick-and-Mortar Training<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]This is the obvious choice if you&#8217;re the kind of learner who best thrives when physically surrounded by your peers and instructor. However, one downside to keep in mind is that in-person courses can get <em>ridiculously<\/em> expensive!\n\nNot to mention, you\u2019ll be forced to go at the same pace as everyone else. Meaning, if your fashion styling program is, say, 6 months long, then you won\u2019t be able to graduate any sooner than that.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Online Training<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Online schooling, on the other hand, is a LOT cheaper because there\u2019s no physical campus to maintain. Plus, it can often be done at the student\u2019s preferred pace, which is definitely another bonus.\n\n<a href=\"\/learning-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QC Makeup Academy&#8217;s<\/a> online training, for example, is 100% self-paced! Once you enroll in your program, you get a full 2 years to finish it. That said, during that 2-year timeframe, YOU get full control over <em>when\u00a0<\/em>and\u00a0<em>how often\u00a0<\/em>you want to work on your studies.\n\nTo put this into perspective, if you were to devote a mere 1-2 hours per <em>week\u00a0<\/em>on your studies, you could graduate and earn your internationally-recognized certification in as little as 2-6 months![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;50407&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>QC Makeup Academy&#8217;s Fashion Styling Course<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]For aspiring fashion stylists, QC Makeup Academy\u2019s Fashion Styling Course will teach you everything you need to know! In this 8-unit online program, you\u2019ll discover:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Historical and modern fashion trends;<\/li>\n \t<li>Fashion icons from both the past and present;<\/li>\n \t<li>The role a fashion stylist plays for clients;<\/li>\n \t<li>Various different career opportunities at your disposal;<\/li>\n \t<li>How to conduct a successful consultation;<\/li>\n \t<li>How to master basic fashion elements;<\/li>\n \t<li>Styling for men and women alike;<\/li>\n \t<li>Layering and creating a balanced silhouette;<\/li>\n \t<li>Fashion styling for specific purposes (i.e. everyday wear, business attire, etc.);<\/li>\n \t<li>Accessorizing;<\/li>\n \t<li>Styling on a budget;<\/li>\n \t<li>How to work with all body types, ages, genders, etc.;<\/li>\n \t<li>What goes into building your professional brand;<\/li>\n \t<li>How to start your very own business and\/or add fashion styling services to an existing business;<\/li>\n \t<li>How to maximize social media and other online platforms to market your business;<\/li>\n \t<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Within 1-2 business days after you&#8217;ve enrolled in this course, you\u2019ll receive your login details for QC Makeup Academy\u2019s Online Student Center. From here, you\u2019ll have direct, online access to your digital textbooks, assignments, instructional videos, etc. That said, we&#8217;ll also mail you a\u00a0<em>physical\u00a0<\/em>copy of your course materials, too, which you should receive within 1-2 weeks after you enroll.\n\nThe best part of this entire experience?\n\nOnce you graduate, you\u2019ll receive your internationally-recognized <em>Certified International Styling Professional (CISP\u2122)<\/em> certification! You can then proudly add this qualification to your resume and wow all prospective clients and employers alike.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Read the full Fashion Styling Course breakdown and curriculum <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/fashion-styling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_Three_Get_Hands-On_Industry_Experience\"><\/span>Step Three: Get Hands-On Industry Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Once you graduate and enter the industry, you\u2019re going to need two very important things in order to book legitimate, paying clients:\n<ol>\n \t<li><strong>Real-world experience<\/strong>\u00a0and<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>A stunning portfolio of your fashion styling work.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\nAfter all, potential clients (as well as possible employers) will want to see that you know what you\u2019re doing <em>before<\/em> they choose to hire you. Plus, you\u2019ll be a lot more confident in your skill-set if you\u2019ve taken the time to truly hone it first. This can only really be done through hands-on experience.\n\nHere are a few ways you can gain this crucial experience, while also developing your professional portfolio at the same time:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-thin-line\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"1\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Practice your fashion styling skills on friends and family<\/li>\n \t<li><i class=\"icon-default-style icon-salient-thin-line accent-color\"><\/i>Offer complimentary services to people you know<\/li>\n \t<li><i class=\"icon-default-style icon-salient-thin-line accent-color\"><\/i>Demonstrate the techniques and skills you&#8217;ve acquired from your training using your <em>own\u00a0<\/em>wardrobe<\/li>\n \t<li><i class=\"icon-default-style icon-salient-thin-line accent-color\"><\/i>Get involved in a <a href=\"\/2020\/05\/how-stylized-photoshoots-can-increase-your-makeup-artist-salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stylized photoshoot<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><i class=\"icon-default-style icon-salient-thin-line accent-color\"><\/i>Lend your fashion styling expertise to a good cause (i.e. not-for-profit and\/or charitable events), etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]It&#8217;s worth noting that you probably won\u2019t get paid for any of the practice acquired above. However, at the beginning of your career, this is okay. What you <em>won\u2019t\u00a0<\/em>be gaining in financial profit, you\u00a0<em>will\u00a0<\/em>be gaining in hands-on experience! Not to mention, these opportunities will allow you to grow your portfolio and stock it with high-quality images. That on its own is 100% invaluable!\n\nRemember: you won\u2019t be giving away freebies forever. Just think of it as a necessary step to get to where you want to be![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;50410&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_Four_Stay_on_Top_of_Fashion_Trends\"><\/span>Step Four: Stay on Top of Fashion Trends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]If this is truly the path you\u2019re passionate about pursuing, then taking <em>one<\/em> course at the beginning of your career won\u2019t be enough. Rather, you\u2019ll be motivated to absorb as much new information as possible and advance your skill-set at every opportunity!\n\nAfter all, this is one of the single smartest ways to keep your craft current \u2013 and that\u2019s EXTREMELY important in <em>every\u00a0<\/em>single job field.\n\nSo, stay in the loop about popular fashion styling and beauty trends! Follow other industry experts on social media, read fashion publications, and further your education by taking more courses. Plus, you can also join online communities and attend networking events, which is always a smart idea.\n\nAll of these are things that will help you remain up-to-date on what\u2019s going on in the fashion\/beauty industry. Obviously, what \u201ckeeping up-to-date\u201d means is different &#8211; and subjective &#8211; to everyone. Either way, it\u2019ll be in your best interest to do so.\n\nIn the end, committing to and embracing lifelong learning will only ever help you. It&#8217;ll be the very thing that, ultimately, allows you to leave a long-term mark as a fashion stylist and beauty professional. 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