Seeing a lot of our students are having mock interviews tomorrow and we are spending the day there,i decided to take a few seconds to just browse through their site and grasp a few important tips & facts i might find useful.

TRUWORTHS BRANDS-

• Truworths
• Truworths Man
• Daniel Hechter
• Inwear
• LTD
• Uzzi
• Additional brands

"The theme is simple...it's all about fashion. This straightforward concept is a powerful reminder about what Truworths is all about – fashion." (Annual Financial Statement)

 

DO

• Ensure you know what position you are applying for and understand the requirements for the position.
• Remember to find out the name of the person you are meeting for an interview and confirm the location of the interview.
• Try to be as flexible as possible which regards to the time and location of the interview.
• Plan enough time to get to the interview on time but don’t arrive too early.
• Dress appropriately. Truworths is not a very formal environment and it is not necessary to wear a suit, however it is also inappropriate to be very casual. Remember first impression last!
• Do your research! Truworths website contains a wealth of information about Truworths brands and “sub-brands”, annual financial reports, services offered.
• Be constructive when asking questions – remember that an interview is also the opportunity for you to assess if the company is the right place for you.
• Reflect on your previous experience and use examples of real situations that you have been in to illustrate your competence
• If you are applying for Store Management have you visited the store you have applied for?
• Visit some Truworths, Uzzi, Identity and YDE stores. Regardless of the position you are applying for the end point will be in store, where the business makes its money!

DON'T

• Don't swear, argue or be personal in an interview.
• Don't criticise past employers.

 

 

 

THE FASHION AFFAIR.

I received a email from Laura Matthews from 36 boutiques and Models 4 Africa with this invite attached. It is going to be a lovely event and I have to share this with you all. www.36boutiques.com/ models4africa.co.za/about-us/

This event is happening on Saturday 31 July. The Fashion Affair is a Designer Rail Sale showcasing International & Local designers at designer discounted prices. It will be held at 15 on Orange in Town, Cape Towns Style Icon Hotel! 

Sale Times 12pm-8pm

Free Champagne on arrival... Red & White served all day & Pink drinks served from 6....

Cocktail Party in the Murano Bar of the Hotel: 6pm till Late

Heat Mag & One Small Seed will be at the Fashion Affair shooting for their Socialite Pages & SABC will filming the Event... Dress your best!

 A few of the Designers participating...

Tru Religion

7 for All Mankind

Pink Mink (Australia)

Cosabella (Italy)

Fornarina (Italy)

Lalesso ( SA Fashion Week - Kenya)

Lipsy (London)

Vinatge Launch

Ladakh

Mythology

I Love Leroy

Petit Pois (Paris)

Finger (SA)

Two (SA Fashion Week)

Cindy Bam Couture

Donna Vida D

Style It Accessories

Homeware (Various)

Credit Card facilities have been organised for your convenience.

GRADUATE COLLECTION SHOW.

Key tips to remember when organizing a fashion show:

VENUE-

• When choosing the venue, you have to take into consideration that this will indicate the time and length of the show.
• You will have to be able to rehearse at this venue
• Venue needs to be central
• Comfortable
• Big enough backstage
• Capacity for min 1000 people
• Does the venue have the correct venue insurance
• Make sure you secure your venue before you start planning.

CATWALK-

·      Length

·      Layout

·      Height

·      Never have the model pose at the end of the catwalk.

TIME OF THE EVENT-

• Daytime
• Evening
• No matter what make sure you start the show within 15minutes of the scheduled time!

GOODIE BAG-

·      These are a very important part of fashion shows

·      Ask make-up artists to donate make-up

·      Water

·      Cookies or chocolate

·      Perfume samples

·      Creams

·      Magazines

·      Gift vouchers

·      Lip-gloss

·      Lanyards

·      Bookmarker

·      Pen

·      Fedisa magazine

·      Info on where to purchase the Fedisa DVD

PROGRAMME-

This is very important as it helps the buyers and guests remember certain designers and pieces after seeing them for only a few seconds.

DESIGNERS-

Designers will be the students.

CREW-

·      Show Producer

·      Backstage manager

·      Entertainment manager

·      Stylist manager

·      Hairstylists and hairdressers

·      Casting manager

·      Guest List manager

·      Promotional manager

·      Lights and music

MODELS-

·      It is important to confirm your models as soon as possible to make sure all outfits fit.

·      You need about 20models for about 50 outfits.

·      Allow 3min minimum for models to change

·      Work out how many models must go in between a models first and second appearance.

Maybe introduce the different sections of the show.

Themes-

·      1^st  & 2^nd years students will have a set theme.

·      3^rd year graduate students will have multiple themes.

MULTIMEDIA-

Simulcast your show on large screens on he right and left of the stage and web cast it.

MUSIC-

·      Choose music with the correct beat, as the music will case the model to walk fast or slow.

·      You need to get the audience to engage.

SPONSORS-

·      You need to engage with sponsors early enough as they can take up to 3months to finalize if they are going to be involved or not.

TARGET MARKET-

·      Make sure you know who your target market 

Cirque de solieil.LOVE

We received a brief on Friday where we had to choose a theme from the Cirque De Soleil and then drape a  manaquin reflecting the theme we chose.I chose LOVE

First garment for my collection

We were all very stressed and worked very hard to finish our garments but by the due date we were all so proud and happy of what we created that it was all well worth everything. We had a 2 week period where we created our patterns over the first week and started sewing the second.Here are some images of the process and then my final garment.

THE FINAL PRODUCT-Without correct shoes and accessories.

Working on patterns for my next outfit.Will send a sneak preview soon.