Getting into Fashion Design- Portfolio.

This is a response to a video I made telling my story of how I got into Fashion Design. I answer some of the questions you posted and also show a little bit of my 4th year portfolio and designs.

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[Bootyfulove]

Where did you get your manikin ? I reaaallllyyyy want one !

[carolynbax]

@Bootyfulove

I got mine from John Lewis if you are UK based- just look on ebay too but go for one that is the same size adjustments as you. xx

[delphaze]

hey, am a medical student in china BUT am working on designing and starting my own fashion line at the same time. It sounds a bit crazy on the surface i know but ve always had a passion for fashion for as long as i can remember so am really glued to doing both. Right now i just have sketches of my designs tho, no where close to being in contact with a manufacturer(as i have no background formal education in fashion whatsoever) but i wd appreciate all the help i can get. ps: IN LOVE with ur work!

[carolynbax]

@delphaze

Oh your at a big advantage living in China as you will have so many manufacturers- you can hand over your sketches to get them made into samples. Where as I have to make them all myself as I don't have direct contact with any factories. If you find any good ones let me know. You should set up a free big cartel shop to sell a few of your designs. My shop is big cartel and you can make up your own theme and look- it's simple.

Good luck! xx

[missKirstenxox]

I'm thirtten and thinking aout fashion and from scotland what subject should i take for fashion? im very into fashion but im also looking at persuing a science orientated job xx

[carolynbax]

@missKirstenxox

I know alot of people who have felt confused like you whether to go into fashion or a more acedemic subject. Just do what feels best- in school though def go for art as a subject! xx

[itsmejulieee]

very helpful!! you should do a video of you drawing one of your sketches, showing your technique.

[theRCsugar]

I got a fright when you said my YouTube name aha

Wasn't expecting it lol

I really want up got to ECA now !

[Fashion17oo]

Im impressed! Did u go to Uni? Where u from? I just loved ur jacket and that dress. So pretty thnks for the info :)

[kltl1123]

i really need help !!! how do i start my design portfolio ? i am still in school and we dont do any of that making it in school time os i have to do it at home myself were do i begin and what all goes in it ? i really need a good description i have asked collages and got no answers we no good ones anyway !!! please help

[kltl1123]

this year im applying to telford college todo a design unit and i was wandering do u know any portfolio classes for getting started with in edinburgh i live just outside it ?

[TheEmi13em1]

I have just picked out my options for school and i chose art because i want to do fashion design and my school gave me a great opportunity to go down to London and work with some of the successful designers for fashion shows and TV and i'm only 15 so i can't wait to actually start to work with them as a job.

And also thanks for doing this video because it has showed me what to expect and to put in a portfolio even though i have already started. Thankyou -Emily- xx

[juna0zzzz02178]

If you have time, can you do a video more about making a portfolio? Just watching this video inspired me plenty!! i would appreciate it!

[QueenTamara345]

i really want to know where did you get that sketch book . and i was wondring where did you get all of your pictures in your sketch book Thanks.

cause i really want ot make 1 aswell .

[QueenTamara345]

Where did you get your sketch book and how did you get all of then picture and i am only 13 but i really want to be a fashion designer.

i lovee your jacket its really cool :D

[QueenTamara345]

Where did you get your sketch book from and how did you get the pictures cause i really like them pictures ! :D

[xgcx]

This is so helpful, thank you so much <3

[Bootyfulove]

@carolynbax

okay , Thankyou !!!