The question often comes up, “How do you become a fashion trend forecaster?” My answer to that is, you become one when you start predicting the latest in the latest trends and fashions. If you have some insider knowledge on what is hot and where it is going, you will have a much better chance of predicting where the fashions are going and which designers will create them. Fashion forecasting has been around for some time now, but in the last decade more people are focusing on the latest trends, and more people are starting to take notice of the experts who are able to see the future.
So now that you know how to become a fashion trend forecaster you can either work freelance or join an established company that hires individuals to watch the fashions and trends and give you their predictions. It all really depends on your comfort level with numbers, if you feel like numbers are things that should be trusted then becoming a freelance fashion trend analyst is probably a good choice for you, if you think that predicting the fashions and trends is fun then a job at a large fashion house might suit you best. Fashion forecasting is a fun and exciting career and if you enjoy making educated guesses on what is hot and happening then there is no reason you shouldn’t have a successful career doing it.
Fashion forecasting can be applied to just about any industry and there are many people who have become famous on predictions they have given. Some of the more popular predictions are: how baby clothes are going to look at next year, what sunglasses are going to be popular this year, and which season is the best to wear those boots. These are just a few of the styles that are picked apart each year, and based on how well the forecasts are when it comes time for the Fashion weeks, many people end up having to come out with their own predictions. You could go into fashion marketing or even start your own fashion consultancy, you never know where your predictions might land you. The opportunities are endless and the fashion world is always looking for a new trend to add to their already outstanding portfolio of styles.