How to Break into the Fashion Industry with Alexa Chung | S1, E1 | Future of Fashion | British Vogue

[@ChrisL-zl5su]

The fashion industry is worth 20+ billion but all the money goes to the top positions, [super]models and celebrities and rarely trickles downs. People who work in fashion are so poorly paid, especially in the big cities where the cost of living is extortionate - London, New York, Paris and Milan. You are not paid proportionally to what you need to survive. Unfortunately, that is what their market rate is worth and what makes fashion such a difficult career path to choose whether it's designing and creative or head office. It's also one of the few career paths where luck and who you know is a more important factor than in other industries, not just hard work.

[@jsmith6663]

+Chris L Thank you for saying it like it is, very refreshing! :)

[@123ksmaster]

+Chris L This is the nature of entertainment and luxury industries. There is very little middle ground between the highly successful/established and the startups that look for their one big break.

[@veebee3837]

+Chris L There's just wayyyyy too much ass kissing to make it anywhere in the fashion industry.

[@thombaz]

+Chris L Chill dude, if you are good you get the job, even if you know noone... People who really get the big money are people who don't care about the money, they do their jobs with love of the job, and not because they want the money... What you say is just self-contradiction, and untrue...

[@veebee3837]

And you know this how? Your own observation or actual experience or other people's experience?

[@suwang6223]

i love how this video is talking about people who love fashion but do not need to come from a privileged family. Yet it contradicts when Kane talks about how many internships he's had and how they were unpaid. If you come from a family that is not wealthy how do you afford working for free?? Fashion is about luxury and luxury equals money and that's just the sad truth.

[@ujuazuya9180]

I read a lot of stories and most of them get side hustles sleep on people's couches it's no joke at all

[@elliekhan124]

@@ujuazuya9180 true

[@Americansikkunt]

It’s called hard work. Intern and work a second job. I must say, it IS interesting how you assume he’s contradicting himself, just because he interned and didn’t have loads of money .

[@mememawvacs7274]

@@Americansikkunt Right? like maybe he actually got a job...

[@pink101stars]

we hustle ;)

[@stephreid9232]

now the real question is how do you become Alexa Chung haha!

[@delfikauffmann]

Hello, my name is Delfina I'm a 15 years old girl from Argentina and I dont really know if someone will take the time to read this but this video made me emotional in so many contexts because for me, fashion is the biggest way to express yourself even when words aren't enough. Just like Alexa said earlier, my parents are not supportive of me following anything related to this beautiful world as a career and it pains me so much because it is everything I really want 100% for sure in life. I would love to put my hands in work and create colored feelings and magical trends but I dont know how to strart to, and I'm also at the age where most of the important people of this industry started *which scares me to death*, + study abroad is my dream and I'd love to know if someone with enough experience could tell me some colleges around the world with a good way of teaching in this matter. Alexa, if you happen to read this *fingers crossed* you are my Jane Birkin and I truly adore you. thank you, Delfina x

[@yellowbear2915]

Sometimes you just have to live for yourself and do what makes you happy.(except from breaking the law and stuff but I'm sure you know that haha!) Even if it's not what your parents think is best maybe you will gain motivation from trying to prove them wrong! :) I don't know about which collages to look at though, sorry! D: Good luck and all that jazz.

[@yellowbear2915]

Also things like the art and fashion industry are quite intimidating to me D: I'm 17 and don't know what I'd like to do/if I want to go to university or collage, but definitely something crafty/arty I'm thinking

[@delfikauffmann]

Agghh thank you so much! Such a nice words💘💘💘💘 hope you find what gets you going !!

[@ladamita_exe]

+delfina kauffmann oyeee pero en Argentina la industria de la moda está en un buen momento, al menos eso se aprecia desde Chile. Si quieres ser diseñadora, tener un título universitario no es un requisito escrito en piedra!

[@delfikauffmann]

Si que se yo, tendria que ir a una escuela con prestigios, lo que pasa que ya en si es complicado ser alguien en la industria, mas en Argentina ! 💋

[@Yogafrique]

she completely side-stepped her question regarding whether you need money to get into fashion

[@emmatorode6704]

Maybe she simply doesn’t know the answer

[@KrustyCleb]

You do not need money, rep fashion even though illegal can be an easy break on a budget. Rick Owens for $100Aud compared to $800 it’s affordable uses the same materials and factories if you find trusted and talented sellers

[@dawsonpsmith4674]

No, she didn't; she answered it.

[@Shaannnonnnn]

Christopher Kane seems like such a genuine lovely guy, so great to see him doing what he loves.

[@blueskylover93]

This makes me feel so much better about currently studying textiles at uni. Thankyou vogue!!

[@austinrider121]

Found this series in college and coming back for both nostalgia and entertainment. Love this series!

[@jesslumb7605]

As a fashion student this was so inspiring to watch, such lovely positivity and an optimistic attitude towards new designers, Alexa you're my fave

[@kingworthy935]

How’s the fashion going?

[@katiegrace3829]

So, YES! You definitely need money to make it in the industry. Especially in London.

[@clediabanobre8785]

It makes me sad I’m 15 and I want to become a fashion designer but knowing my dream won’t come true because of all the debt and cost

[@adeyemikasali5463]

20 20 hey, not to be annoyingly positive or anything, but you’re only 15! You have your whole life to succeed and achieve your dreams. I know the odds are stacked against you, but don’t say it can’t happen. Who knows, life is crazy.

[@kayleymps]

@@clediabanobre8785 i'm the same way, i don't come from a wealthy family but i'm working really really hard to get the money. hard work and dedication are key.

[@aetherfroggy9109]

hey everybody in the comment section! I will give you the key that will help you achieve your dreams: Unapologetically Ambitious by Shellye Archambaeu. although she writes about becoming a business owner, the main juice is how she did that. And that technique can be used for every type of carreer path, whether Fashion designer, Writer, or anything else creative! I believe you all can achieve your dreams, even if the odds are stacked against you. You are the one who can create your own luck and power, you just have to believe in yourself, plan and take action.

[@anonymal]

the way to break into the fashion industry if you are poor - be young, slim, very beautiful, bold and network your way up to small gigs, then keep going. But make sure you start at like 15 years old.

[@kyo_qi]

Anonimal how do to start doing that? get back to me if you know...

[@yasmeenaya]

im 15, please can you tell me more? i live in north england so nowhere near london- how would i start networking?

[@imogenross2953]

Network through social media, it is the best we have in this generation and getting scouted online is becoming a much bigger platform.

[@shamsunnaher1214]

I'm 16 ..... plz tell me how I'm going to start? ??? Please. ...need help

[@Yanniee.]

@@shamsunnaher1214 someone told me to do internship in your hometown but I will say that you don’t get paid for doing internships just a heads up

[@anyssarobertsify]

I hadn't heard of Christopher Kane before this but I'm so glad I watched him. He gave great advice and he seems SO nice.

[@Ardianax]

This is brilliant, Alexa! Excited for more!

[@ariannecarrillo1470]

Alexa I am so inspired by your videos! As a student at Parsons I recognize that fashion is more than just clothes; it is a bunch of words each with a specific role, and its so wonderful. Education. Creativity. Designer. Goal. Aspiration. Vision. Successors. Influence. Magazines. Runway. Models. Gender. Age. Beauty. Attitude. Brands. Audience. Target. Products. Categories. Pen. Paper. Sewing Machine. Scissor. Needle. Thread. Books. History. Time. Opinion. Masters. Beginners. Learners. Eye. Voice. Body. Unique. Touch. Feel. See. Hear. Smell. Colors. Textures. Occasions. Weather. Place. Psychology. Demographics. Culture. Fashion For Fashion. (the list could go on an on)

[@aaleeyl]

I could watch this series over and over. To think that i cant love alexa any more!! She is just a ray of sunshine! x

[@RickeyJones1]

Fashion has never been so accessible, Thank you Alexa and thank you VOGUE!

[@LarsGudem]

You should have someone (Alexa Chung) come and have look at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts. We have the best fashion and costume design edjucation in Norway. And the school has the best workshop space in all of Europe. Tremendous students as well!

[@tammyjade4686]

This is so important! Thank you, Alexa. When I tell people that I want to go on to do my Masters in Fashion Psychology I am faced with endless negative responses. I love that you are working to break these views of the fashion industry as being frivolous and rather, showing how important fashion is in shaping and reflecting society.

[@AssassinNasa16]

This is so great. I wish this was broadcast on TV somehow so more people will be informed on the fashion industry. I appreciate this content so much!! x

[@naotru749]

i'm so glad this series exists - you are just reaffirming everything i love about fashion, thank you thank you thank you!

[@zd4vis]

They should have continued this series following Alexa through the creation of her brand. It would have been so insightful.

[@aquablushgirl]

This is the first thing that I have seen on the Vogue channel which is actually interesting and informative and well produced. Alexa is great; chatty, down to earth, inquisitive, while looking effortlessly stylish throughout. I am really looking forward to the next part.

[@noovernightguests]

I really appreciate how this series looks more at the engine of the fashion industry, rather than just the finished products.

[@nelekrayl1162]

Noooooooooo you don't need to study at a super college to make it..... (just casually studied at Central saint martins)

[@jsmith6663]

+Ne la And next week's episode... they go to Central Saint Martins!

[@ohcrefasi]

+Sohail Sabri It's not only about how good you are, I could be amazing enough for the industry but if I'm broke and from a foreign country there's no way I'm getting in a big fashion school. It's naïve to think it's just about hard work.

[@lobbyboy7997]

+Isabel Fernandez lo de que seas de otro país no creo que sea tan decisivo (see russian oligarchs' girlfriends) pero si no tienes $, then yes you are done for.

[@nelekrayl1162]

+Sohail Sabri we always have to keep in mind that life is never fair... but that should not make us to scared to try to go where we want to be

[@ohcrefasi]

+Rem Winks That's true and I hate to be that overly-pessimistic person but in order to show that you are talented or passionate about your work you need a platform to showcase it first, and in fashion it's really tough to have that platform if you don't have a lot of contacts or come from a wealthy background. I think we have to thank social media for making it easier to get your name out there but it's still tough if you don't "mess with the right crowd".

[@loviisaa409]

I love how in this series you talk about ALL the jobs in the fashion industry nit just designing and modeling. I personally just love the world of fashion but i'm not sure what part I want to play in it. So it's nice to know there are a lot of different options.

[@melchormodales5828]

Talents in fashion can truly mobilize a lot of creative energies that bring the best from among diverse possibilities! Anyone with the passion to express the inner artist can truly make the difference and offer alternative communication from the here and beyond!

[@chelseabilger4701]

alexa is such a cool person. i love that she speaks her mind, and that she does it eloquently.

[@alanajean3568]

incredible! this really gives an insight into the depths of the fashion world which you rarely get to see. love love love

[@CesarPorro]

I absolutely love this already. This is such an important series for people who want to branch into the fashion industry. Thank you Alexa + Vogue!

[@imanhashemi2458]

I used to want to model so its interesting hearing her perspective on fashion, also hearing this can be a sustainable industry and many people don't see that

[@lobbyboy7997]

All very well but how did he eat, pay his rent etc while he was getting paid with knowledge? Would it be presumptuous to think Mummy&Daddy bank was funding? Nothing wrong with that but not buying the alleged profoundness and the 'believe in yourself and the world is yours' moral. Bills do not get paid with mottos.

[@nicoleb1635]

+lobby boy Exactly, it's damaging to present this idea that you can exist on nothing, the reality is most people would be homeless! Unfortunately once you leave university you still need to intern and the only way to do this is to be supported by your parents. If you don't have this support you have to take any job just to continue living. It's difficult enough for students that live at home let alone those that have moved out.

[@Americansikkunt]

lobby boy It’s not “belief in yourself” and it will work. It’s “work hard and get it done”. Way too many people jumping to conclusion in these comments...Peasants!

[@katebennett5338]

I love you Alexa and I'm so happy and grateful that you did this series!❤️

[@iman8907]

Love this chilly, elegant and aesthetic mood this video puts me through; the scenes captured, the filter and Alexa's voice.

[@Music_Lover0612]

I want her to have her talk show again, I spent most of my summer watching it when it was on and used to rush home from school to atleast catch the last ten minutes.

[@anjaduplessis9061]

this series is so informative! finally going to be brave enough to try talk my parents into letting me study fashion next year, they've been against it because of the price. THANK YOU ALEXA & VOGUE!!

[@gvantsabutikashvili1992]

Still legitimate, still current, great content and well shot. Thank you!

[@millinayler5694]

this should be broadcasted on TV as a programme

[@miguelxfalcon]

Honestly, she gives me hope that I can be someone on the fashion industry..💕

[@loveharrydaily]

Alexa Chung is famous for being famous. I mean name one thing of substance this girl has done in fashion. Interview Gisele Bundchen!

[@kiki-lp7zj]

+loveharrydaily ... did you not watch the video ...

[@robbiegranatir6467]

+loveharrydaily clearly, British Vogue thought differently......

[@sandyarthur2516]

This is awesome, Alexa. So needed for kids today who want to find a different creative outlet!!

[@AVADAKEDAVARA123]

I am so excited for this..finally !

[@Punkletariat]

the best part about this interview is the comments.

[@PiaAmorin]

This is so spectacular! I'm already getting the vibe that these videos will be the ones I'll be showing all those who ask me if I've gone crazy for studying journalism related to the fashion industry. As I've seen, it's crucial that the audience addresses the matters they wish to be responded, so here are my questions: Have you seen "The True Cost"? If so, how were the repercussions in the fashion industry? What plans does the fashion industry (the British, in particular) has when it comes to production, both materials and human resources? I believe the world can keep getting outstanding art through fashion, but we can all contribute to it being a more responsible matter.

[@zoundozer]

If people are doing work for you, you should pay them. Especially now where the cost of living is so high in high-density cities. I've heard of multiple interns working at a single place for 6 months unpaid. People should be demanding more from their pseudo-employers too.

[@amazingpheeb2310]

loving this series so far! I feel like my eyes have been opened to the world of fashion, I love it x

[@smile_girl1500]

I forgot how amazing this series was! I hope Vogue comes out with a series 3.

[@houseaboutthat]

Loved this! Seing Christopher Kane speak at length was wonderful!

[@Relrage]

her voice is so pretty

[@amandajchan]

So incredibly insightful, beautifully shot and so much respect for Alexa Chung. Can't wait for more videos from this series British Vogue!

[@wictorialjung]

Can watch this over and over

[@ferrockwell]

I'm so excited! I can't wait for the next episodes Alexa I love everything you do, I find this super empowering

[@tiapl888]

I'm a finance student who recently quit after one year of post secondary to pursue an education in fashion management and after hearing all this talk about how hard it is to find a decent paying job in the industry is freaking me out. I don't want to go back to finance because I have such a creative mind and passion for aesthetics, but I'm really not sure what to do in my life at this point??? :(

[@Zincink]

+Martin P. Go back to finance. You will find a job faster and with better pay.

[@tiapl888]

+zincink I don't even care about the money necessarily, I cannot stand finance, its awful.

[@JujuLove7079]

+Martin P. Then y do something that will not benefit u ?

[@soraninja]

I've been studying Fashion for 4 years now and im having the same freak out. I don't want to work in purely high end fashion. I want to tackle the real issues this world/ environment/ generation are dealing with for the future. But it feels like we're being punished for wanting to make a difference in the world

[@Nicolas_Moulin]

For anyone who want to start their Fashion brands in 2024, you need 3 main ingredients: Originality, Trustworthy Suppliers, Quality Products. Cheap 20€ T-Shirts won't cut it anymore. And potentially some kind of connections to get some awareness around your brand.

[@_amna6608]

Finally! Been waiting ages for this. ❤️

[@adit5455]

I'm fascinated by fashion as much as the next girl. But I can't stop thinking all that money that goes into making, selling, wearing, and buying those fancy clothes and shoes and bags, when there are unfortunate people living poverty, in countries where they barely have enough to buy sandals for working. How is that right? Just something I think bout quite a bit

[@yourmom-pr8ht]

Not the system, the lack of resources. I know fashion looks really glamourous n full of bling bling but thats part of the allure of why we like watching it. Who knows how much they actually make and how much debt they have. I know that they suppose to do charity works more but most fashion people are shallow

[@cutienerdgirl]

That's not their fault. The system in countries like America and other 3rd world countries are awful. The money rarely trickles down because the people in government.

[@yasmeenaya]

its such a shame.

[@venetiantiger1890]

Sustainable fashion might be your thing then, which has been taking off in the past years

[@alisynz4836]

this received a lot of negativity. there are a lot of successful ppl directly involved in the industry that went to art school. they're not as highly paid or as well-known as supermodels or the elite designers, but that shouldn't even be your main focus. the reason you want in is bc it's your passion; that requires hard work, intelligence, and yes, you need to have connections, to be in touch with others that will help you. It's why internship is recommended before you start your career, so that you know what to do and how to get there and what you're actually getting yourself into.this industry also used to put thigh gaps and small waists on a pedestal and made it desirable, but they've breaken out and are now accepting all body types which is good. lastly, Alexa was a model, she was scouted at 15; I would use that to my advantage too.

[@hitman4231]

You Should give this girl your advice! Interesting Video for you . kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5bIZ4aibqqpqaM

[@Rhea4music]

her job is goals

[@stefaniecarina1115]

I LOVE FASHION SO MUCH

[@nuriap8704]

It was amazing I loved it. Keep doing them because they're so interesting and helpful!

[@anatabatadze2890]

I just adore alexa's voice

[@jazeturner65]

Im looking forward for more episodes :) Thanks Alexa, you're golden

[@zoeoms3304]

Thank you so much for sharing this incredibly inspiring and helpful episodes with us! I'm a teenager who wants to get in this industry so badly since I can remember and this just makes it so much easier to know why I feel this way about fashion and why I want to spend my life working for this hard-working, wonderful industry: I want to create new things, offer what hasn’t been offered and make it as special as I can. And then again, thank you so much for making me understand fashion from the inside and giving me a closer look to what it really is! (And the fact that Alexa Chung is the one on the screen just makes it 100000000 times better, she's like my goddess or something lol!) xxx

[@haventseenhim]

hows it going now

[@LostGloves]

oh great, what about interviewing people who are working in sweat shops somewhere in the global south ? Those people are making it affordable for most of us to have so many clothes...

[@MsBejbejbej]

+LostGloves doesn't fit the narrative, you see!

[@kasairan8492]

Then you go interview them

[@shaz3r786]

+LostGloves yep and don't forget about the models suffering from eating disorders, psychological disorders and drug problems... these are the deep dark secrets of fashion

[@Luckimee]

Are they applying for jobs?

[@MattbyNature]

This is such a great an fascinating series! More!!!

[@Mashaold]

Love Love Love Alexa! Can't wait for the next episode!

[@chloemanchester8139]

What can I be doing as a teenager right now to prepare for or help me get a job in the fashion industry?

[@rosestreets]

Chloe Manchester do some research on the internet or talk to people who are in this industry or at fashion college.

[@Ash-cb2li]

Chloe Manchester networking

[@kyo_qi]

Ash, how do you network?

[@theHSelf]

Love you Alexa, please don't get too thin...

[@insomb]

He seems like a cool guy.

[@atikah_zn]

Love this, want more.

[@henrieschannel]

This is so good! I really like it

[@voguelizziex]

I'm watching this since morning!!! I love Alexa!

[@alanabarraclough2413]

Love this so much!! I want to work in the fashion industry now ❤️

[@MargheritaFresilli]

this is so dreamy and educational.. can't wait for more :) ps: Alexa you are GOALS.

[@nezaplestenjak3620]

This is what I need right now, thank you!

[@kaylapratt24]

My dream job is to become a Fashion Designer. ♥ I love Alexa Chung. ♥

[@lolanaim3096]

Kj9

[@FindAndSteal]

brilliant video!

[@tiffanytrenus5872]

fashion is a challenge every single and I believed always that your fashion your own. The most cheapest shirt you can create something beautiful I think that it doesn't matter witch brand you wear fashion you create your own. And I love that about fashion. I love stars they are my inspiration but with fashion you don't need fancy things. To be class or accepted. It's being creative.

[@georgina8994]

thank you so much for this documentary with Alexa !! ♥

[@505olivia]

Yesss !! This is so great I love it, it aligned with my thoughts and answered all my questions!! X

[@VolatileProductions1]

been looking forward to this!

[@hopeworth8423]

Please make a third series!!

[@HailSaiytan_]

A recent college drop out. School is way too much for fashion design & hardly ever do you see a fashion designer come from an art school. They usually know someone that knows someone. I really do hope I get to live my dream of being a designer. But the way this world is I see almost no hope but I will keep trying. It's the only thing I know how to do & the only thing I've been working towards my whole life. I wish this video was a bit more informative. Like maybe a step by step lol

[@nazmussadat7852]

Why did you drop out? I'm 18 and want to study fashion designing but still confused wether I'll get a decent paying job after graduation or not. If you can give any advice then plz help.

[@Tara__lynn__]

Alexa you are my idol, I am so excited you are doing this for young people to be inspired! Very helpful

[@tattyribeiro88]

Thanks for the video Alexa

[@tecalikidane4703]

I love the fashion industry

[@admildobrito4514]

People have to start somewhere, dont wait untill you have milhoes to start.

[@Burcakvie]

I love how this video aged in a complete opposite way.

[@nickburrows3844]

More please....This is my 3rd time stating over on these. Thank you.

[@ducky7152]

she got such a nice voice

[@TheOneIndex]

Love this! excited for episode two

[@philhodgesmusic]

Unpaid internships make success in any industry massively reliant on wealth. Some students couldn't afford to go a whole summer without an income, those that can then have an often incontestable advantage.

[@alexg8502]

Fashion is the life

[@jayinstripes]

Best series ever made! I fell in love right into it

[@ogdvb]

Ms. Chung makes the world a better place for sure. Even if she was one of the hosts on such miserable shows as…let’s say The View, I would watch it. Because Alexa has the magic of personality and it shows in her style and in the way she carrying herself♥️

[@Karolina-zi6hq]

It's great to see something like that !

[@hello81642]

you have a beautiful crisp voice

[@nganngannguyen768]

OH,I LOVE FASHION.IT BECOME PRETTY IN MY LIFE.LOVE IT

[@cristinapana6730]

Loved this so much! Can't wait for more!!

[@lilysway]

this seems like a great series:-) so excited

[@niamhgeraghty7898]

Aboutsloutly fantastic Alexa!! Loved loved this!! Cant wait for the next one!! Well done you! Your such a great role model keep up the awesomeness work!! X💚