Like any college, university, or technical school, people from all walks of life attend fashion design school. Economic status or personality type does not play a part. In fact, an individual who may have not been able to afford fashionable clothes, could have been the very one who was sketching clothing designs, making doll clothes, and perhaps later, even designing and sewing her own clothes.
It is probably safe to say that people who choose fashion design as a career choice share some common characteristics, although they have their own ideas as to what constitutes fashion. A few of the similar ones are listed below. Take a look. Is there one that best describes you? Or is there something about you that sets you apart from your fellow classmates at your chosen fashion institute?
People who have high levels of confidence and self-assurance. The fashion design world requires that you possess and show both qualities. You have to believe in your ideas and designs and be confident enough to display them, no matter what the reception or reaction may be. As you pursue your education, look for other students who exhibit these traits, study them, and work towards building your self esteem.
You may also see someone in your fashion school class who definitely has the potential, but may need some help in the two areas listed above. Offer that person encouragement and help her find the confidence and self-assurance that you know she possesses. You will both benefit.
People who like to "shake things up". Fashion designers aren't afraid to "think outside the box" and good fashion schools know this. For this reason, they encourage creative thinking. If the fashion institute you have chosen does not feel this way, consider it an opportunity to demonstrate just exactly how you can "shake things up" while, of course, keeping school policies in mind.
People who like challenges. So, you've found yourself in a fashion college. You've already addressed your first challenge: getting in. Now, you're ready to face the rest of the things that will come your way. People who enjoy challenges look for the more difficult path and find a way to succeed. They realize that many people will choose the easier path. That gives them an advantage. You'll see people like this at fashion design school.
People who care about other people. This may sound rather strange, but consider this. Many people, because of religious beliefs, physical constraints, or other reasons may be restricted in what they can wear, but this doesn't mean that they don't want to look fashionable. A fashion designer who realizes this may find that this is one area of fashion design they wish to concentrate on.
Imagine the satisfaction that can be achieved when someone who was once unable to wear stylish clothing is finally able to sport a look that bolsters their self-confidence and self-esteem. Improving the way someone dresses and feels about themselves - now that's having an impact!
The types of people you'll meet at fashion design school will be very interesting. The reason? No matter what type of personality you encounter, they will undoubtedly be a creative type. And it's the creative people that drive the imagination of the world!
If you're a fan of all things fashion, a career in fashion design might be in your future. Visit FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising for more information on the types of people we welcome at our fashion institute. We are located in Los Angeles, where some of the best fashion design schools in the world can be found. We look forward to seeing or hearing from you soon.
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