Live to Shop? Here's a Fashion Job You'll Love!

Did you know that some people in the fashion industry are paid to shop? This is no joke; personal shoppers perform a job that many fashionable people would do for free--they help others pick out fabulous clothes and develop a sense of personal style.
Maybe it's because Hollywood has become even more image conscious in the last decade. Or perhaps it's the popularity of appearance-themed shows like "Queer Eye," "How Do I Look?", and "Dr. 90210" that has caused Americans to become more concerned with their image. Whatever the reason, it seems that more Americans are willing to invest in improving their looks, and that means hiring professionals, like personal shoppers, to help them look better.

Personal Shoppers--What Do They Do?

Like many professionals in the personal care or fashion industry, personal shoppers provide a service. They work for department stores, fashion houses, or image-consulting firms where they advise clients on clothing purchases that fit their body and lifestyle.

A Fashion Job to Love

Personal shoppers have what many consider a dream job--they help people choose gorgeous clothes. They work in a comfortable environment, usually with people who have fairly large wardrobe budgets. They might help a socialite choose a new dress for a fundraising gala, or assist a Wall Street broker in finding the right tailored suit, tux, assortment of ties, and cuff links.
But given the recent mainstream appeal of fussing over ourselves brought on by a slew of appearance-obsessed television shows, even regular working people might find themselves paying for the services of a personal shopper.

Fashion School--The Path to Becoming a Personal Shopper

How do you get ready for a career in fashion as a personal shopper? There are many ways and one of them includes attending fashion school. The fashion school route may be the most auspicious option because it can allow you to pursue many careers in fashion. While personal shopping may sound like the career of a lifetime now, you might later decide that fashion design or marketing is where your real passion lies.

Sarah Clark is a freelance writer specializing in career development.