Stylist Kate Young: From Anna Wintour's Assistant to Transforming Selena Gomez | Magic Hour

[@svenskminx]

She's a class act all the way. So poised and eloquent and such a genuine love for fashion.

[@kristenwaterton4087]

molly scotchmer make Hollywood great again #mhga #boycottViolentMovies

[@kristenwaterton4087]

#Rennaisance

[@gabrielafrias8522]

I really enjoyed watching this. I appreciate that there is someone very genuine in this field. Thank you for making fashion more than just what is revealed to the eye

[@nadda698]

Stylists are almost underrated all the time, especially Kate young

[@charitycardiasmenos2689]

Very talented and hard working woman, but I would love to hear an interview from a successful woman in the fashion industry who didn't come from money and family connections. The fashion industry from the poor and working class perspective is a closed door. To see a different financial class represented in this industry would be extremely refreshing.

[@NicLolTorres]

i think that happens more often then you'd think, it's just not marketed that way...

[@charitycardiasmenos2689]

@@NicLolTorres I like your optimism and would love some examples if you have any to share? I'm always searching for those kinds of perspectives. In my research I haven't seen that very often. For example, in the past 2 years of Vogue US covers, they have hired the same set of photographers on repeat. All but one were light skin individuals, majority was male and majority coming from upper middle class to upper class families. For the female photographers that were hired, almost every shoot was done by Annie Leibovitz (5/7 covers). I have yet to delve into the numbers for the creative directors or other team members, but the overall pattern of industry leaders has told a different story. Of course there are plenty of creatives that didn't come from this background and usually the work is quite a bit more exciting in my opinion, but industry leaders are not actively hiring them for these high profile jobs.

[@goliaboi]

@@charitycardiasmenos2689 I believe it's more common for people to carve a career for themselves through Instagram nowadays.

[@gregdahlen4375]

@@charitycardiasmenos2689 I can see knowing what race a photographer is, but how would you know what economic class a photographer comes from?

[@gem3778]

@@charitycardiasmenos2689 I would definitely love to have more examples too. The Fashion industry is very classist on its own and I can attest to this because I am a Fashion Designer myself. The only example I could give you would be a few students and seamstresses. Those are the two types of low-income people that most likely make it into fashion.

[@bytheivy]

Great. Now, where is the 2 hour version, please?

[@geewiz8253]

Sancti Yeah, no kidding! This was really good

[@danielmcintyre]

we need the full doc!!

[@sadiesadie6343]

😻

[@DoubleVanilla]

This was incredible, 2 hour version please

[@kristenwaterton4087]

Double Vanilla 2 1/2 !

[@simplyrowen]

"No is a cope out. There's always an alternative" Great words. I need at least an hour of this woman. Where's the rest? :)

[@alfwinnn4224]

Look up Anna Wintour, she told Kate that.

[@bibikhadijehsamiezade-yazd7430]

I feeeeel her on that shoe talk. I can talk about a pair of pants for literally an hour but I’m still trying to find my people in this world who can do the same

[@gregdahlen4375]

how are you going about trying to find them?

[@a.sydney5036]

SAMMMMMEEEE!

[@iamfilipinas]

Same. I have such passion for material, construct, etc… but I was told it was vapid and unnecessary obsession.

[@MiniM69]

Candid, cool and a class act. I’ve always admired her as a stylist. Thanks for the peak into her brain!

[@lalalajoey]

I wish I had that kinda connections

[@mariasmith2198]

We all do. If you look at almost anyone in fashion, entertainment or politics, and you think they got there by themselves, its because youre not looking in the right place.

[@lindsay3793]

Work and you will make connections if you really want them.

[@indrinita]

I was literally thinking the same!

[@djanavol]

Basically it's all about who you know is what I took from this. You can be great at something but it doesn't matter if you don't have the connections.

[@mann7298]

this is why we have been told the importance of linkedin, im studying business as a first year student and they really emphasised the importance of networking etc.

[@chrissyb7916]

Thank you because many, many talented fashion degreed people never get a break. They spend years in "internships only to land a job in NYC for a designer paying $35,000 a year." The kids from wealthy parents subsidized their living, hand them connections. They are not more talented or dedicated they just had the road paved for them. There is also a lot of snobbery in fashion. So if you don't come form the right places or gone to the right schools, it's much, much harder.

[@SuperGerald34]

Kate is a lot of fun ...I’ve worked with her in several design houses while she was to style for fashion week . Her quirky personality and eclectic taste make her so much fun to converse with and I can remember how enamoured she would even get by talking about chickens

[@photosandscribbles]

Omg where has Kate been all of my life!

[@oldtimesong]

Such a beautiful portrait of someone, professionally and personally. I wish it was longer!

[@Flowerpowerish00]

i love her, she needs to get more recognition!

[@anorawhitee]

What an inspirational woman. I could watch her talk for hours. I loved it. Thank you The Hollywood Reporter. Much love from France

[@callenae]

This was lovely. Listening to her speak about clothes and fashion in general, really made me appreciate fashion more. If you see it as art, or as a feeling you want to convey, or show who you are - I totally understand. Maybe you are passionate about home design, or book club, or cooking. Doing those things makes you feel something special that possibly nothing else makes you feel. This has really opened my eyes to how I present myself to the world. Maybe I'm not showing the best me, even if Im trying to be the best me inside - I should reflect that more in my appearance, because I know when I look my best, I always feel better.

[@sunnysu4965]

I really love her outfit, need to create this for myself!

[@cecil83]

So in other words, she got that position with Anna Wintour because of her connections... GREAT. Don't get me wrong, she is talented, but at the same time, her connections play a big part in how far she's gotten.

[@cuteasabutton8025]

Cecil that’s how you do it, you work your way up.... Anna literally spoke about training young women so that they are able to successfully work in the industry and do it on their own. Don’t mean to be rude, I just want to u see where I’m coming from.

[@Deemce]

cuteasabutton nah, Anna talks bs again! Why do you think Anna Wintour hold that position for so long. She doesn’t want anyone to replace her.

[@nogedoge]

Networking is really the worst part of any industry because it reinforces that it's not what you know, it's who you know.

[@MissTXTee]

None of us expect to have a thriving career and operate in a vacuum. You MUST get out there and meet new people outside of your normal social circle. That's how connections are made and unexpected opportunities present themselves.

[@thehillsarealivewiththesou8293]

I think it’s amazing what she’s achieved I think we all should focus on her positive abilities that got her there. Anyone can be placed anywhere it’s up to them whether it works.

[@SilviaSandinoNieto]

I love Kate Young! She is such a talented inspirational woman! Keep them coming please! More on Kate Young and more on stylists please.

[@yamilamartin-ferlaino4225]

The soundtrack is fantastic

[@PissyJamesPants]

The subtle shade of 'Selena 2013 (pre-Kate)'... I LOVE IT!

[@Liitebulb]

How is that shade?

[@SentenceWithoutSpace]

wowwwwwww imagine having a whole ass movie based on your exact boss and position that is iconic

[@Sophia-jn5qz]

Powerful women in fashion! I loove when she said, “I’m gonna sit with two women who have degrees from ivy league schools and we’re gonna talk about shoes for 35 minutes- seriously.” YES! Fashion is not flippant. Women who dedicate their lives to creating art for people to walk around in are amazing!

[@Janet2684]

Thoughtfully done and beautifully told interview. Beautifully shot. Great for people who want more insight into fashion and solid professional advice for anyone.

[@jolajna]

Where's the advice part: be wealthy so you can wear designer clothes to interviews set up by your connections?

[@lauraciocia6507]

I still have fond memories of these fashion videos she did for Dillard's a million years ago. The way she talks about clothes is practically ASMR to me.

[@michaelshead8728]

Omg I loved this!!!! I could of watched this story for 2 hours. WE WANT MORE!!!!!

[@tracy488]

This is such an informative video. A couple of thoughts. I shall never take no for an answer. Great piece of advice. It's interesting how she said that she couldn't be a stylist in LA. I have found that in my travels, there are certain city's where I just feel at ease with the fashions and overall vibe.

[@madelineruiz3352]

I am also a Stylist and I have Tremendous admiration and Respect For You !!! Thank You

[@whatever5922]

Love this video. It’s so nice seeing someone who loves their job

[@fottyosman]

Inspiring. Brings tears to my eyes. I'm going to graduate from FIT in a couple months. I hope I succeed in fashion.

[@d_______________]

I'm thinking about studying fashion too in college, can't wait

[@gregdahlen4375]

why do you have any doubt?

[@marymarks7046]

I hope you do too! Do it for me. I was a secretary and still am . I would have loved to work at a fashion magazine but I didn’t think I could possibly do that. I was always too afraid of failure. At 53 I now know you must try over and over again . So my dear try, try and try again. Work hard and believe in yourself. I wish you all the luck.

[@Liitebulb]

Everyone working in fashion had connections. No need to go to FIT.

[@GhettoGirlTravels]

“My first word was shoe!” Love that! 😂

[@beth-bi9yv]

Honestly I'm not sure how relevant this is to someone without the obvious friends/family connections this woman had. While it's impressive in so far as she has a passion and followed that passion, she had a lot of perks/help others not born with her privilege would have. Don't take me wrong, good for her, but also not really seeing her story as your overcome adversity to achieve your dreams story that this video seems to be trying to slant towards . But hey, maybe I just read too much into it?

[@dinh5532]

I know, like how do you just "know" the art director of Glamour? That already is a heads up.

[@jimmurphy9904]

agreed

[@viviane_casella]

You can know a lot of people and have access to a lot of places, but if you don't have work ethics and talent, those connections won't make it for you. Only she knows how much hard work she invested to build from those connections.

[@mmmm-co4dc]

I don't think her they meant to her as struggling but I think they wanted to point out that her family didn't see wanted she wanted to with her life as something series and somewhat disapproved of it.

[@indiepunkftw]

lol I think this was more of a serendipity thing, like "right place, right time". Had she not had those connections we probably wouldn't know who she was

[@cutiex7357]

just found this after watching Kate's channel! Gee this is so touching and inspiring for me. Love it!!

[@justbecauseitsbeauty]

She’s amazing! One of the best stylists out there! The women she dresses are lucky to have her in their lives! ❤️

[@jolajna]

As always, these jobs go to the wealthy. She went to her Vogue job interview straight from internship in Tom Ford pants, I mean - come on, let's not fool anyone;)

[@tedlovejesus]

🤩 Oh Lord Anna Almighty

[@sadisticwinter8354]

i 1000% agree with this because this type of "jumping hurdles" is something I've done many, many times. That is why it's who you know. Networking should be your top priority.

[@oshinyadav4704]

yeah, she was 20 years old and she could afford these so its difficult to comprehend where it came from but rich parents. no hate she's lovely; but life has been kind and generous to her

[@mann7298]

just giving a thought, idk how rich she was and what connections she had etc. but if someone is really dedicated to fashion etc. i could see them buying a few staple interview clothing items that make an impression, instead of having 20 pairs of jeans. people who dont own luxury designer items and arent rich still tend to own soo much clothing, some people just decide to invest in one item instead of 10 cheaper ones. i personally could have afforded to those items when i was 20, and i come from single parent household where my mom raises two of my sisters with not such a high income. but i worked my own money. just bc i have money at a young age, it doesnt mean my parents gave it to me :)

[@rmercedes971]

It’s because Connections DO matter, it may not be fair but it is reality. If you had a business and your two options were the daughter of your long time friend or some college student who you’ve never met, you would be more likely to choose your friend’s daughter too.

[@luluk2112]

this is really nice video. just wonderful. thank you

[@carmenl9324]

Thank you guys for this short documentary about her! I really enjoyed watching it. Very refreshing and interesting.

[@Flaubert]

I am glad she talks how much she appreciated being there. Because it's the same excitment for the job I had in my beginnings. Getting an assistant or trainee who's really into the field is quite difficult. It's sad to see that so many young people just want to have a selfie-esque job. But REALLY learning and appreciating the chance to BE THERE and watching and learning not so much.

[@Debbyvanessa]

I loved this video, and I love Kate Young! It was nice to hear about the fashion industry and the start of one of the leading celebrity and fashion stylists.

[@feleciaward1563]

I love her. I asked to dresses myself at 3 and developed an insatiable love for fashion through my grandmother and magazines. I would live to be able to discuss a Tom Ford shoe with an educated woman for 15 minutes!

[@gregdahlen4375]

are you doing anything to achieve having those discussions?

[@emilysimonemusic]

Wow she's amazing. Passionate, articulate and real.

[@pb4531]

Goals. She's amazing to listen to

[@corey657]

Loved this video. Wow, I can only imagine being Anna Wintour's assistant at the age of 20. Very inspiring.

[@justherevibing6611]

She is so beautiful and eloquent 😍

[@soniat1348]

Absolutely love her. She is FAB

[@Sharon_Cort]

5:32 I really feel like this, when I talk about Fashion I feel people looking at me and hear them thinking negative stuff about me

[@DanielleA2023]

She's awesome

[@Infante1979]

I was really enjoying this little docuemtnary, I want more.

[@KB-lw1lr]

I love everything Kate, it’s so inspiring and you learn a lot every time from here.

[@deerheart87]

wow love her more of her please

[@_serreina]

What a special person, really enjoyed this.

[@dcoughla681]

I think Kate Young comes across as intelligent, extremely talented and passionate about her work. I love her choices. It would also have been good to have seen other celebrities who are not beautiful, tall and young being put into outfits that are game changers for their careers which I think would be more challenging but would show off Kate’s talent even more.

[@MsBAustralia]

I think I'm in love ❤ Kate seems so lovely.

[@kirsten1007]

Definitely Kate is my Favorite stylist

[@LauraS_1194]

Awesome interview!😁👍👏

[@melaniewegner6214]

Loved this interview

[@celestierodrigues7361]

I like how she just loves to dress people, displaying her perception through styling.

[@nicoledougherty5502]

Please do more of these types of interviews. This was wonderful.

[@1muffinaonly]

I'm not even finished watching this video yet, but I love it and we need more!!

[@joeljack1]

Great interview. I felt the same way about my experience with AW. I never felt disrespected or looked down upon. I was given an incredible opportunity to please. And I still have that thank you note to prove it.

[@rit.x]

You worked with her? How? Please elaborate :)

[@johannesbols57]

I've always thought AW gets a rash of crap. And because she abides by 'never explain, never complain', she's a target.

[@llllll4077]

Thank goodness she loves fashion so much.

[@evelyncastro-lake9716]

Great video. She reminds me of Meredith Baxter Birney from family ties.

[@salemwilliams6525]

Okay so... real world translation: A middle/high class, white, woman gets a job through her friends' parents connection at the biggest fashion magazine in the world. Her east coast parents were unpleased by her measly position as a postgrad intern at Lynn Franks in London, so they had her fast passed to Anna Wintour's office at once. Initially she was pretty bummed to be leaving her fun and comfortable job in London (we all know how that is). But, she would soon make history in NYC as an iconic stylist and inspiration to many. Thank you Hollywood Reporter, for showcasing white privilege in the fashion industry. You have made it crystal clear.

[@Liitebulb]

Rich ppl privilege

[@AmyFlynn772]

I really enjoyed this video

[@victoriaclavijo6945]

What a great woman, super smart, talented.

[@donghyunlee6893]

this was a really helpful video.

[@christopheralexander6766]

This is validation for what I want to pursue. This very interview shines light on fashion in its true form. Fashion is a learned culture that must be respected. It far surpasses a simple love for wearing clothes. Fashion embodies personal identity, color theory, global material sourcing, and a visual narrative. I study literature because I know fashion media is not dead.

[@jonaswunderkind4580]

She is incredible!

[@thatssorayray2303]

Wow... I’m so intrigued with her. This is a wonderful clip. I’m so inspired by her

[@emily54215]

I love her.

[@milly-y1t2d]

Wow, this is so beautiful.

[@marshmm]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this!!!! 6:54 = gold . YYASSSSS

[@Chelsea-bq1zn]

queen of styling

[@FeerSer]

I loved this.

[@hayaglamazonluxe]

She's wonderful

[@AmberDykeman]

I love her

[@kimberlysharpe5738]

This is very inspiring!!

[@karend169]

Loved saddle shoes.

[@swiftystans9906]

My whole family is great friends with her family!

[@VelociraptorCottagecore]

This was fascinating

[@adamdonovan5633]

Marvelous! What a deeply creative, imaginative woman...Style with a capital S.....Bravo!

[@monicamaine5828]

this is inspiring

[@linettelow]

Very inspirational :D Thank you for sharing. ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ #BeautifulWeekToAll. Xx

[@Gymcatchile]

OMG i love it

[@Alexandra-fj5rn]

This was so good

[@mcavery9076]

This is so good ~ more of this pls

[@sonalrandeny1464]

This is so amazing. I feel like I have hope. Like people will stop looking at me weird when I say things like Fausto Puglisi

[@Leikhani]

nice blue shirt. wonder what label.

[@caro_santamaria]

Absolutely love this content. As portrayed here IT IS WHO YOU KNOW 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@SOYFELIPEDIAZ]

THIS IS MAGNIFICENT

[@ngocbui9039]

Isn't she the inspiration for Emily Blunt's character in Devil Wears Prada?

[@hayaglamazonluxe]

That's what the rumour is

[@alfwinnn4224]

Andy's character.

[@mrsgingernoisette]

Easy life with priviliges and connections goes like: that hand move

[@dimatadore]

I think she's right. I went to an arts high school and most of the theater kids couldn't dress. It just wasn't what they know.

[@chrissyb7916]

So in order to be a successful actor it isn't about talent but how you dress? Thank god we don;t require surgeons to be fashion plates to be successful.

[@NAConen]

Chrissy B. You put allll kinds of words into that person’s mouth.

[@marsiana]

omg Sassy and Interview where the ones that really made a mark on me.

[@nonkundwandwe8968]

I appreciate this!

[@alexmjones013]

Needed this. Thank you.

[@ritas.3444]

So eloquent - loved this

[@jg7565]

We could use a lot more integrity like this in fashion to survive the mega brand craze.

[@kirsten1007]

My first Vogue was 1979 and Brooke Shields was on the cover and inside she had a red bikini. I loved fashion from them on

[@orionsoutro1794]

We need a full length documentary on her omg she is amazing