The Haute Guide

AK Brown - The Fashion Connector™

Fashion creatives, professionals, and enthusiasts - The Haute Guide is here just for you! The Haute Guide — hosted by AK Brown - The Fashion Connector™ — has answers to all of your industry-related questions and challenges on how to get started in the fashion industry, find your way, and how to define what your version of success is! Each and every Friday AK will decode, debrief and spill all the tea on how to navigate in this industry. Whether you're trying to start a fashion business, find your dream fashion career, or simply get confirmation that your passion for fashion isn't crazy, The Haute Guide is literally here to help you along the way! Never miss an episode — subscribe to The Haute Guide on everywhere you listen to podcasts, rate and give 5 stars, and follow AK Brown everywhere below: http://www.akbrownstl.com http://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​ http://www.twitter.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​ http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsociety http://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.co http://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudio http://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcast http://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomradio read less
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Not Kandi Doing She by Sheree Better, Pyer Moss x Canada Goose, UO HBCU Cohort, & How to Dress Better & With More Intention
20-10-2023
Not Kandi Doing She by Sheree Better, Pyer Moss x Canada Goose, UO HBCU Cohort, & How to Dress Better & With More Intention
Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're discussing: How Kandi did She by Sheree better than Sheree - specifically the cost of athleisure wear at TAGS Boutiuqe vs She by Sheree Pyer Moss x Golden Goose Collaboration https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-haute-guide/id1661230412?i=1000597793179  UO HBCU Cohort https://www.akbrownstl.com/urban-outfitters-new-hbcu-collection-proves-how-culturally-inept-the-fashion-industry-still-is/  We're also going to dive into how to dress better & be more intentional with our wardrobe and overall style If you're in St. Louis - book Terrill Keith for personal styling services: https://www.instagram.com/terrillkeith/  Wardrobe Essentials Checklist - interactive to check off what you do and don't have in your close! https://akbrownstl.myflodesk.com/wardrobe-essentials-checklist  Thank you for tuning in to this week's episode of The Haute Guide. Don't forget: Support this week's featured brands: The Scout Guide Volume 6The Good Life Candle Co SubscribeRate 5 starsShareFollow me everywhere: Website ➭ http://www.akbrownstl.comFacebook ➭ http://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Twitter ➭ http://www.twitter.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudiohttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomlivehttp://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirmpr
VMA's Red Carpet, Why Sexyy Red's Look Shouldn't Change, & The Online Toolkit for Fashion Stylists
16-09-2023
VMA's Red Carpet, Why Sexyy Red's Look Shouldn't Change, & The Online Toolkit for Fashion Stylists
Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're discussing: VMAs Red CarpetWhy Sexyy Red Shouldn't Change Her Look to Accommodate Anyone We're also going to dive into the online toolkit for fashion stylists, image consultants, and even fashion influencers - including: Hue & Stripe: sign up here How to Use Hue & Stripe: https://youtu.be/ly186WOpO5M?si=-L1mIcrBvGSx_kkX  ShopShare: sign up hereGarmentier: sign up hereModesens: sign up hereLTK: sign up hereCanva: sign up here How to Create Fashion Moodboards in Canva Pt 1How to Create Fashion Moodboards in Canva Pt 2How to Make An Editorial Moodboard in Canva Pinterest: sign up hereAdditional Resources: How to Build Your Portfolio As An Emerging Fashion Stylist 7 Tools Every Fashion Stylist Needs to Be Successful!What to Consider BEFORE Becoming a Fashion StylistHow to Become a Digital Stylist Check out the full blog post here, and we will be talking soon on how to get high level press behind your name! Thank you for tuning in to this week's episode of The Haute Guide. Don't forget: SubscribeRate 5 starsShareFollow me everywhere: Website ➭ http://www.akbrownstl.comFacebook ➭ http://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Twitter ➭ http://www.twitter.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudiohttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroom2.0http://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirmpr
Good American x GKJ, Can ChatGPT Really Predict Fashion Trends, & How to Secure Speaking Gigs As A Fashion Expert
08-09-2023
Good American x GKJ, Can ChatGPT Really Predict Fashion Trends, & How to Secure Speaking Gigs As A Fashion Expert
Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! With a full episode, we're talking about: Good American & Gabriella Karefa-Johnson's collaboration: see the full collection here Can ChatGPT Predict Trends At NYFW? (I think somoene is lying lol) We're also going to dive into how to get paid speaking engagements as a fashion expert. This is just one of many ways to monetize your expertise and this is the blueprint I use for myself: Package Up Your Expertise: Identify your zones of genius, and add them to your website and your brand deckResearch Speaking Events: Here's a helpful resource on conferences that are looking for speakers: https://keishamabry.com/product/100-events-to-pitch/Pitch Yourself: Download the pitch template here: https://shiny-glade-938.myflodesk.com/07a24070-1662-418d-be88-a2b963b5fdc8 Create Content Around Your Expertise: Continue to create content that showcases your expertise, builds and fosters your community, and helps you grow! Check out the full blog post here, and we will be talking soon on how to get high level press behind your name! Thank you for tuning in to this week's episode of The Haute Guide. Don't forget: SubscribeRate 5 starsShareFollow me everywhere: Website ➭ http://www.akbrownstl.comFacebook ➭ http://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Twitter ➭ http://www.twitter.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudiohttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroom2.0http://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirmpr
Your Guide to Attending MAGIC For Boutique Owners & Fashion Stylists!
22-07-2023
Your Guide to Attending MAGIC For Boutique Owners & Fashion Stylists!
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 forCreate an open to buy (OTB) budget so you know how much money you have to spendDo preliminary research on the vendors that will be attending, which you can find the complete list hereMake 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 timeDownload 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 forCreate 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 hereMake 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 timeDownload 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: SubscribeRate 5 starsShareFollow me everywhere: Website ➭ http://www.akbrownstl.comFacebook ➭ http://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Twitter ➭ http://www.twitter.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudiohttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomtv
Episode 32: Why You Should Start Your Own Fashion Podcast!
11-06-2023
Episode 32: Why You Should Start Your Own Fashion Podcast!
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: Figure out your 3-5 main podcast takeaways/areas that your podcast will cover specifically in fashionFigure out your platform. I suggest LibsynFigure out the frequency in which you will create and post content that makes the most sense for youGet your equipment: You can view all of my recommendations on my Amazon storefrontGet your recording software: I suggest Audacity (and it's free!) Below are also some of my favorite fashion podcats (besides mine of course): Boutique Business With Jance Chartae Crash Course Fashion What Are You Wearing? Spirit of 608 The Glam Observer Podcast The Manic Metallic Podcast Beyond The Garment Black Fashion History Successful Fashion Freelancer Be sure to follow me everywhere and make sure to subscribe, rate, and give 5 stars! My Links: Website ➭ http://www.akbrownstl.com Facebook ➭ http://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​ Twitter ➭ http://www.twitter.com/akbrownstl​​​​​​ Follow ALL of My Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudiohttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomtv