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Fashion Week 2025: The Trends, The Brands, and The Career Opportunities

New York Fashion Week is back, bringing fresh collections, bold statements, and exciting opportunities for both brands and job seekers alike. From innovative designs hitting the runway to the behind-the-scenes roles that keep the industry moving, there’s more to Fashion Week than just the clothes—it’s a hub for talent and creativity.

This season, designers are leaning into craftsmanship and sustainability, with collections that blend timeless elegance with modern innovation. Expect to see intricate details, unexpected textures, and a continued push towards ethical fashion. Emerging designers are making waves alongside legacy brands, proving that Fashion Week remains a launchpad for new talent.

Several of our clients are debuting collections, marking milestones in their journeys. Alice + Olivia, Badgley Mischka, LVMH, and Derek Lam 10 Crosby are among the standout names showcasing their latest designs. These showcases aren’t just about making a statement on the runway—they're also opportunities for professionals in fashion to connect, collaborate, and carve out their place in the industry. Brands to watch this season include those embracing tech-driven fashion, adaptive design, and boundary-pushing aesthetics.

Beyond the spectacle, Fashion Week fuels industry employment. From stylists and production teams to PR specialists and buyers, the event creates roles for those looking to break into the business. Candidates interested in fashion careers can tap into these opportunities by networking at events, following up with brands post-show, and staying engaged with industry trends. Whether looking for freelance gigs or long-term positions, Fashion Week is the perfect moment to make those career-defining connections.

At Emerging Blue, we specialize in connecting top talent with some of the most prominent brands in fashion, home, and beauty. Whether you’re a candidate looking for your next opportunity or a brand in need of skilled professionals, we’re here to help. Let’s connect!

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Our client, an lifestyle brand centered around creating joyful experiences, is hosting a pop-up shop in Austin, Texas during SXSW March 3-23 . Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of an exciting retail event.

Register for Emerging Blue's Marketing Roundtable Virtual Event

Are you looking for your next marketing opportunity? Are you a recent or future graduate who has questions about the industry? Would you like interview support for your next marketing interview? If so, join us on December 9, 2020 at 12 p.m. pacific …

Are you looking for your next marketing opportunity? Are you a recent or future graduate who has questions about the industry? Would you like interview support for your next marketing interview? If so, join us on December 9, 2020 at 12 p.m. pacific time as Emerging Blue talks with Marketing Leaders from the beauty and apparel industries. This is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and set yourself up for success for your next interview!

Roundtable Guests

Gail Jackson — Instructor at FIDM

Christina Wallace — Director, Growth Marketing at Mizzen+Main

Kelly Wyllie — Marketing & Advertising Executive

Cristina Martinho — Vice President, Marketing & E-Commerce at Palladio Beauty Group

Click here to register in advance for this marketing roundtable event!

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Sign-up for Virtual Office Hours

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Staffing, recruiting and talent leaders from Emerging Blue are holding virtual Office Hours every Wednesday from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. pacific standard time. Office Hours is a virtual event where candidates and job seekers can chat with Emerging Blue leaders to get career and job support in all areas. This weekly virtual event is open to anyone and everyone, and is great for people who have questions about job searches, need help with writing/editing a resume, perhaps you need interview tips for your upcoming virtual interview, or maybe you want to learn new networking strategies. Whatever your career need is, we are here to help!

Click here to register for the weekly Wednesday event — or use this link to join in last minute.

Want to know more about us? Emerging Blue is a staffing and recruiting firm that is built on people, and passion to do good.  We are a group that believes in supporting one another and helping others find that support. We partner with people and companies alike to align talent and brands.  We know every day is new, and with that, is an opportunity to embrace a new you.  Emerging Blue. New Day. New You.

Talk With Talent Leaders Every Wednesday

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We have great news! We’re holding “Office Hours” every Wednesday from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. pacific standard time. “Office Hours” is a virtual event where staffing, recruiting and talent leaders answer any question you may have. This weekly virtual event is open to anyone and everyone!

If you have questions about job searches, how to write a resume, interview tips or perhaps networking strategies, then jump in to get all your questions answered by a panel of staffing and recruiting leaders. If this or next Wednesday does not work for you, do not sweat it… we are hosting the virtual event every Wednesday, so drop in to whichever virtual ZOOM session that works best for you.

Click here to register for the weekly Wednesday event — or use this link to join in last minute.

We look forward to supporting all of the job seekers out there!

Join us for a Lunch & Learn

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Want to learn helpful interview tips as well as ways to follow up with recruiters and hiring managers after an interview? If so, then join us on September 2, 2020 at 12 pm PST/ 3 pm EST to learn practical and effective ways to interview and follow up. You definitely do not want to miss this informative conversation with talent and recruiting leaders from top beauty, fashion, footwear, and apparel brands.

Click here to register and spread the word ☺

Learn About Digital Networking!

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{ Calling all Students + Graduates }

You are invited to a Zoom event  – Digital Networking for Students + Recent Graduates.

When: Aug 19, 2020 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this networking event with Emerging Blue:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sce2gqzgoEtx7bxB249UNDN8dksuptW0L