The fashion industry is generally 
categorised into four main fields: 
 design - designers and pattern- 
makers work in this area
 manufacture - dressmakers 
and textile workers
 marketing - models, photographers, marketers, editors and bloggers
 sales - store buyers and 
salespeople. 
ED! chats to some of the people who work in fashion to get a behind-the-scenes peek at a typical day in the industry. 
 CORDELIA GIBBS: Curtin fashion graduate and WA fashion designer  Why did you become a designer?  
Growing up on a farm, I didn't have much exposure to fashion but from a young age I designed and made clothes for my dolls and upcycled garments from op shops into new designs, even though I hadn't been taught to sew. I discovered Curtin's fashion course and felt inspired to be a part of it. 
Describe a typical work day.  
I am involved in a number of projects at once. On any day I may be meeting to discuss the new range for Anjel Ms label, planning upcoming fashion shows and events, collaborating with other designers, or in my studio completing freelance projects and researching and designing new work.
What advice would you give students wanting to become a fashion designer?  
Be adaptable and open to new challenges. With hard work comes inspiration and realisation that keeps you hooked. 
 MONIQUE CECCATO: Fashion and lifestyle blogger for Little Miss Mon Bon blog Describe your typical day.   
I work from about 7.30am sending emails, organising stories, shooting for stories, editing photos, writing information and updating my social-media channels. I also squeeze in gym sessions where I can, meetings with clients and a number of events each week, often finishing by about 9pm. 
What is the role of a fashion blogger?  
Fashion bloggers are honest personalities people can "get to know" through their work. Because of this, people trust what bloggers say. They have become a reputable source of information about the latest trends and new products. Most fashion bloggers also show trends or garments in a way that is more relatable to the average person than a high-fashion magazine.
 AMANDA KEENAN: Style editor at The West Australian .  Describe the role of fashion editor.  
Depending on who you listen to, fashion editors are almighty or not that important at all. The most powerful editors, such as Vogue's Anna Wintour, can wield immense influence by choosing to celebrate a particular designer's collection or ignore it. The trickle-down effect is that customers then crave the clothes they rave about and eventually you'll be buying something similar at Sportsgirl, Dotti or Zara.
What do you look for when deciding what to include in your fashion pages?  
We always try to ensure that fashion in The West Australian  and West Weekend is relevant to the regular person. That means we don't usually feature ultra-
expensive European or luxury labels that most of us cannot afford. We go for the more mainstream labels, which are affordable. We also try to make sure that our models are healthy looking and that the fashion is elegant and stylish.
 ON TREND 
Peta Baldacchino, Cotton On Kids design and trend manager, gives tips on what's cool for kids this season:
"Don't be afraid to have fun with colours, and mix and match prints. This winter is all about layering, so adding products like a puffer vest, a jacket or a knit cap can add warmth and style to your outfit and are perfect for getting outdoors and having some fun. Boys love a puffer jacket to throw on over a tee, then they can easily take off their jacket if they are getting too hot from all the playing and running around they are doing." 
These clothes and accessories are available at Cotton On Kids Garden City, Booragoon.
 LUCY BADDELEY: Fashion model with Perth's Vivien's Model Management Describe a typical modelling assignment; what do you have to do on a "shoot"?  
Normally you turn up with a clean face, hair and nails and then get beautified by a talented make-up artist, styled in gorgeous clothes and accessories then go on set in front of the photographer. There are then outfit changes and always snacks to keep the energy levels up.
What are the best and worst parts of being a model?   
I love fashion and getting dressed up, so these two factors combined make the dream job. You also get to meet amazing people making valuable friendships. For me, the worst part would be not getting called back when I have had a casting (audition).