DREADFUL RECOMMENDATIONS - BOOKS ON FASHION BUSINESS

You have finished studying Fashion, you are bright eyed, full of energy and excitement keen you start your own clothing company. You suddenly realise that though you learnt a lot at school or university there is actually still a huge gap in your knowledge surrounding business and the fashion industry…. These Books are here to help.

What They Didn’t Teach You in Fashion School - Jay Calderin

This pocket sized guide is to become your newest best buddy in your studio. Jay Calderin outlines the facts and inner workings of the fashion industry which may not fit into the standard Fashion course curriculum. The book sets out to arm the beginner fashion designer with the knowledge, tools and understanding needed to help their career grow and thrive. From managing the making to planning strategies, asking for help negotiating the industry to engineering your dreams this book will become your go to reference book to help you on your Fashion Design journey. Punctuated with gorgeous fashion illustrations, this book will hold your hand as your first steps along this path.

The Fashion Business Manual - Fashionary

This illustrated guide to building a fashion brand is a spectacular and beautiful book. I would also like to take a moment to point you towards the Fashionary publishing house which produces a huge selection of clear, information packed and stunning books. They also have a selection of free resources on their website that are great. This book is a step by step guide taking you branding through development to production and selling your products. Every step is clearly illustrated and broken down answering any and every question you may have.