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Trixie

How can I become a famous Fashion Designer? Go to a fashion college, I know, but what do I do after that?

Raegan

When making a portfolio as a Fashion Designer what is the best way to portray the clothing articles? Should you put in sketches, or do you need to show the actual clothing article, sewn and everything?

Ashley

Fashion magazines always talk about the "collections." How is a collection put together? How many collections are put out per year? Are there certain "staple" pieces that each collection should have?

Miranda

How do I start my own clothing line?

Tammy

I don't know whether I'd rather be a Fashion Designer or a Buyer. Can you help me?

Katina

I'm interested in putting on a really professional fashion show. How would I go about it?

Krystle

What are the responsibilities of someone who has their own clothing line?

Kristen

Can I use a pattern from a vintage piece when designing my own pieces?

Krystle

I think being a Freelance Fashion Designer would be great. I'd love to be able to work with different designers. How does someone get started doing that? How do they get paid for their work?

Erika

I'm a senior in high school. For my Prom I want to have my dress custom-made. I want to have a fashionable, unique type of dress that you would see on the Emmys or MTV Awards. Please help a sista out.

Justin

My high school sewing class is planning a fashion show of their designs for next spring. I am in charge of organizing the entire show. Can you help me with theme ideas and tips on making sure the show runs smoothly?

Stacy

I have always dreamed of being a fashion designer. My problem is that all the fashion colleges I check out are so expensive. I don't exactly come from a rich family...

Angela

I would really love to pursue a fashion career involving shoes, handbags, and cosmetics. How can I go about doing that?

Vanessa

Is it hard to make it into the fashion design business?

Colby

My dream is to reform the men's clothing industry with my ideas. How do I specialize in just men's fashions?

Virgie

When designing clothes ... what steps can be taken to get creative ideas flowing?

BagBiz

Do you have advice on how to get my own line of handbags started?

EboniGirl

I'm new to sewing, and I need to know what are some good pieces to start with?

Desperate

Do Fashion Designers have to draw well in order to succeed?

Kristen

What are the main responsibilities of a Fashion Designer?

A Fashion Designer in the Making

How and when do most fashion designers get their big break?

Gmrsgyrl

How much do fashion designers make?

Aileen

How can I turn my fashion design hobby into a career?

Noura

How do I become a successful fashion designer?