E84: From Graduate Fashion Week to NEXT!

Listen to Charlotte, an Assistant Menswear Designer at NEXT, as she shares her incredible journey from Graduate Fashion Week to a thriving career at NEXT! Discover how she landed her dream role, the realities of fashion design, and the vital role of networking. Plus, learn about NEXT's supportive environment and the excitement of seeing your designs in store!00:00 Intro00:44 Meet Charlotte: Assistant Menswear Designer01:24 Landing the Role: From Womenswear to Menswear02:59 The Path to Design: From Science to Fashion05:02 The Pride of Seeing Your Designs in Store06:32 Relocating for NEXT: The Trainee House Experience08:23 NEXT's Presence at Graduate Fashion Week09:07 What is Graduate Fashion Week?10:21 The Power of Networking at GFW11:46 Bridging the Gap: University vs. Industry Design13:17 Top Tips for Graduate Fashion Week Attendees14:20 Quickfire Round: Work-Life, Future, and More17:41 Future Hopes and Progression at NEXT18:46 Support for Graduates and Trainees at NEXT🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more podcast episodes from NEXT! Pursue your ambition and join the NEXT team → https://tinyurl.com/4epj868kFollow us!Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifeatnextTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@lifeatnext Facebook: www.facebook.com/lifeatnextLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lifeatnext#FashionDesign #Menswear #CareerJourney #NextFashion #GraduateFashionWeek #GFW #FashionCareers #DesignLife #AssistantDesigner #FashionIndustry #CareerAdvice #NetworkingTips #NextGenFashion #CreativeCareers #FashionStudent