Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're in full MAGIC planning mode! If you don't know about MAGIC, then you're missing out! In our segment we break down tips for attending MAGIC as a boutique owner/buyer, as a stylist, and for other fashion experts and enthusiasts!

Tips for Attending MAGIC As A Buyer

• Conduct trend research and a customer profile analysis before heading to the show, so you know what you are looking for
• Create an open to buy (OTB) budget so you know how much money you have to spend
• Do preliminary research on the vendors that will be attending, which you can find the complete list here
• Make a plan for all of the days you will be at MAGIC (hopefully you can stay for all 3). Plan out where you're going to go and utilize the map so you can maximize all of your time
• Download Whatsapp as it's the more common communication tool with the vendors, as well as have a QR code for your business information and if you want, physical business cards

Tips for Attending MAGIC As A Stylist

• Conduct trend research and a customer profile analysis of the clients you style or the projects you normally style for before heading to the show, so you know what you are looking for
• Create an open to buy (OTB) budget so you know how much money you have to spend (your budget will most likely be lower than a buyer or boutique owner)
• Do preliminary research on the vendors that will be attending, which you can find the complete list here
• Make a plan for all of the days you will be at MAGIC (hopefully you can stay for all 3). Plan out where you're going to go and utilize the map so you can maximize all of your time
• Download Whatsapp as it's the more common communication tool with the vendors, as well as have a QR code for your business information and if you want, physical business cards

Tips for Attending MAGIC As A Fashion Enthusiast

•  Make a plan for the educational sessions and experience activations, which you can find here

And lastly, wear something cute yet chic, and most importantly, HAVE FUN!

I'll be back with more MAGIC content within the next two weeks. Thank you for tuning in to this week's episode of The Haute Guide. Don't forget:

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're dissecting all Barbie in honor of the premiere of the Barbie movie!

Segment 1: Review of Barbiemania

• My thoughts on the Barbie LA premiere red carpet looks
• My thoughts on some of the more notable Barbie collaborations

Segment 2: Barbie Movie Review

• My thoughts on the Barbie movie and the fashions I loved in the film

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today I'm talking about what we all have been discussing this week, Shein catching a RICO charge for infringement and racketeering, and now - what does the future of fast fashion look like?

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Probably the most excited I have been for an interview, I am talking with Lucy Aylen - founder and designer of one of my favorite brands, Never Fully Dressed!

We talk about the origins, and the importance of the motto of community, and I also get Lucy's thoughts on some current fashion topics!

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today I'm not sugar coating our convo, because there's alot to be talked about when it comes to being a fashion entrepreneur, and why most of us really shouldn't be in the business of fashion.

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today it's the Haute Press (cute name right)! Today's news:

• Rihanna Steps Down as CEO from Savage Fenty
• Lanvin Appoints Future As The First Creative Director For Their Creative Lab
• Students Showcase Their Work During Paris Men's Fashion Week

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're finally getting into Louis Vuitton's SS24 Runway, the first director by Pharrell Williams. From the celebs who were in attendance, including Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, & Willow Smith, to the actual looks, and even some accusations by another designer that a concept was stolen by Pharrell, we talk about it all!

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today's podcast we're talking with Jeanelly & Saige of Texas Fashion Industry Initiative/Texas Fashion Week™! This was such an enlightening conversation on bringing visibility to Texas' fashion industry and how they're really shaping the ecosystem.

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide!

Today we're discussing how life has been life'in - apologies in advance for the random rants, Telfar's monogrammed bags, Offset for Variety, Kanye & Bianca's crazy fashion - but more importantly why I feel all fashion experts should get into podcasting! If you want to get started below is a complete checklist covered in this episode.

How to Create A Fashion Podcast:

1. Figure out your 3-5 main podcast takeaways/areas that your podcast will cover specifically in fashion
2. Figure out your platform. I suggest Libsyn
3. Figure out the frequency in which you will create and post content that makes the most sense for you
4. Get your equipment: You can view all of my recommendations on my Amazon storefront
5. Get your recording software: I suggest Audacity (and it's free!)

Below are also some of my favorite fashion podcats (besides mine of course):

1. Boutique Business With Jance Chartae
2. Crash Course Fashion
3. What Are You Wearing?
4. Spirit of 608
5. The Glam Observer Podcast
6. The Manic Metallic Podcast
7. Beyond The Garment
8. Black Fashion History
9. Successful Fashion Freelancer

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Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide!

Today we're discussing if celebrities can truly be fashion designers as posted by High Snobiety (spoiler alert - I don't think most can) and tips to prepare yourself to land your first job in fashion! (for fashion job examples, I got you covered here)

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