Is there a Lifestyle Accessory Designer in you?

In today’s world, it is not just about dressing well. One requires several other things that compliment their apparel and brings out the best in their look. These “other things” are collectively known as lifestyle accessories. These have become such a huge part of the fashion scene that top fashion designing institutes and fashion studies institutes in Rajasthan have started providing courses in this subject.

The lifestyle accessory market has grown at a striking rate of 24% to 35% over the last few years. All kinds of accessories including leather goods, jewellery and craft-based accessories come under this category.

Another great aspect of this sector is that the job opportunities and scope in it are never ending. Therefore, there is no doubt that a huge number of students, especially females, are flocking to fashion institutes to get admission in courses covering the subject (Bachelors in Lifestyle accessory Design, Masters in Lifestyle Accessory Design, Certificate courses, Diploma courses, PhD, etc).

This course is an interesting mix of fashion, product utility and designing principles. It teaches the students how to incorporate a range of materials, techniques and processes comprising of both traditional and modern techniques to create innovative and beautiful new forms of accessories. Not just that, students are also taught to keep in mind the functionality and requirements of these products while creating beautiful and fresh designs.

Scope for Fashion Personnel

The Bachelors and Masters degree in Fashion Design from any of the Fashion Design Institutes in India gears up the students for a lot of career opportunities in textile export companies/houses, fashion houses, leather industry, garment manufacturing units, media houses, show rooms, boutiques or television and film industry. Here’s a huge list of employment options / job titles that the candidates can obtain after completing their Fashion Design Course in India.

1. Self employed designer
2. Costume designer
3. Design developer
4. Apparel Production Manager
5. Fashion Show Manager
6. Fashion Consultant
7. Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
8. Fashion Curator
9. Fashion show planning and execution
10. Brand Promotion
11. Quality Control Manager
12. Pattern Maker
13. Graphic Designer
14. Master Draper
15. Fabric Buyer
16. Design Production

Tips for getting hired

• Make a splendid portfolio which aptly showcases your artistic fervor for designing.
• Serve as an apprentice under a renowned designer shall open up a multitude of options.
• Research the market meticulously before starting a venture of yours.
• In you have not been hired, and then begin with freelancing for fashion houses and boutiques.
• Let your instincts guide you towards creativity and some exclusive innovations shall happen.
• Don’t behave impulsively or impatiently if you have not gotten a job.
• Don’t let rejection dispirit you, maybe you need to work on your skills a little more.
• Set reasonable prices initially, and prove yourself with exceptional work then look for raising the prices.