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Making It In The Music Biz
stylist
Like clothes? Love dressing up? Addicted to shopping and mad for pop? Then you might want to think
about being a stylist in the music biz. Read on to find out how...
Michelle
Big Brovaz stylist on what it takes: "It's a lot of shopping and talking, and once you get to know your band you can reflect on their personality. You get very close to the artists because you're dressing them. You've got to be able to build a relationship so they can trust you in your judgement."

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Ex-Designer's Assistant for Robbie Williams: "I was studying photography but decided not to do a degree and go out there and get a job. I started working in the film industry, specifically in commercials and pop promos."

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Robbie Williams
Sarah 'Aloud
Samantha Mumba, Abs, Triple 8, Daniel Bedingfield and Girls Aloud stylist on inspiration: "Just walking down the street I'll see someone who's put something together in an interesting way. I go through all the fashion magazines. And if I've got a day off I'll go to all the markets - I keep my eyes open all the time."

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Questions

Are there any courses?

What qualifications do I need?

What key skills do I need?

How much can I earn?

Any useful magazines or resources?

What's a good way to get started?
Answers

Loads. From the famous Central St Martins and London College of Fashion to regional universities and local colleges throughout the country.


Preferred A-level subjects for higher education courses include art, design, fashion, media studies and photography. However, different courses at different levels have different requirements.


You've got to have a passion for fashion, a good