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  • 51. I Majored In My Hobby of Fashion & Made It Work, Can You Do The Same?

    51. I Majored In My Hobby of Fashion & Made It Work, Can You Do The Same?
    Jul 19 2024

    Welcome to episode 2 of the second season of The Haute Guide! If I was ever to do a TedTalk - it would be on this topic. Remember when I did the episode on if fashion school is a scam?

    Well with the continous conversation regarding education as a whole, and if majoring in a "passion" or a hobby is the reason why many aren't finding success, I wanted to give my perspective as someone who technically has done that and found some sort of success.

    Why You Should Listen:

    • You're a student entering college who's interested in fashion
    • You're a current fashion student who's looking on how to use their degree after college
    • You're a fashion education professional like myself!

    Make sure to subscribe, follow, share - and leave us a review on whereever you listen to The Haute Guide.

    Host Bio:

    AK Brown - The Fashion Connector is a multi-talented fashion expert and thought leader dedicated to empowering fashion creatives, entrepreneurs, and brands. With over a decade of experience in the industry, AK provides invaluable insights and services through her coaching programs, intensives, and various resources. She is passionate about helping others find their unique path in the fashion world, offering guidance on everything from styling to branding.

    Contact Information:

    For questions, comments, or to suggest topics, email me at hello@akbrownstl.com and follow me below:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl/
    • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@akbrownstl
    • The Akademy:
      • https://www.facebook.com/theakademy.co
    • The Fashion Firm.:
      • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557579432872
      • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirm.co/
    • Advisor.:
      • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/advisor.mg
      • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advisor.mag/
      • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@advisormag
      • Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-advised/id1
    • Fashio Career & Educational Resources:
      • Where to Find Fashion Jobs:
        • https://www.akbrownstl.com/over-10-of-the-best-places-to-find-fashion-jobs/
        • https://advisormag.co/careers/
      • Additional Fashion Certifications:
        • https://www.akbrownstl.com/5-online-fashion-certificates-to-help-boost-your-career/
      • My IG Reels on Fashion Jobs & Education:
        • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9GPI7pJXId/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
        • https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7Z6CPLpsVS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 50. I Think I Found My Why In Fashion Again - Let's Talk About It

    50. I Think I Found My Why In Fashion Again - Let's Talk About It
    Jul 12 2024

    Welcome to (finally) episode 1 of the second season of The Haute Guide! I'm diving into my 7 month hiatus from the podcast and what has happened in the fashion industry to make me want to not be a changemaker or community builder, and what that means for my brand going forward!

    Make sure to subscribe, follow, share - and leave us a review on whereever you listen to The Haute Guide.

    Host(s) Bio:

    AK Brown - The Fashion Connector is a multi-talented fashion expert and thought leader dedicated to empowering fashion creatives, entrepreneurs, and brands. With over a decade of experience in the industry, AK provides invaluable insights and services through her coaching programs, intensives, and various resources. She is passionate about helping others find their unique path in the fashion world, offering guidance on everything from styling to branding.

    Contact Information:

    For questions, comments, or to suggest topics, email me at hello@akbrownstl.com and follow me below:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/akbrownstl
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl/
    • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@akbrownstl
    • The Akademy:
      • https://www.facebook.com/theakademy.co
    • The Fashion Firm.:
      • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557579432872
      • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirm.co/
    • Advisor.:
      • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/advisor.mg
      • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advisor.mag/
      • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@advisormag
      • Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-advised/id1737879480
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    48 mins
  • 49. SHEIN Just Acquiring Everything, Amazon Closes Its Style Stores, & My Icks About Shopping Being Plus Sized

    49. SHEIN Just Acquiring Everything, Amazon Closes Its Style Stores, & My Icks About Shopping Being Plus Sized
    Nov 10 2023
    Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're discussing: How in the hell SHEIN is able to buy everything when they have a pending RICO charge, specifically: SHEIN Partners With Forever 21 SHEIN Buys Missguided Amazon Closes Their Style Stores We're also going to dive into my personal shopping icks as a plus sized woman, because it needs to be talked about! 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​​​​​​Youtube ➭ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6AOkgttQ5Mzfw9PXLJc_A Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusemagazinehttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomlivehttp://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirm.co
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    35 mins
  • My Reviews on H&M x Rabanne, KHY, Juliette Foxx x The Drop & How to Build A Fashion Brand

    My Reviews on H&M x Rabanne, KHY, Juliette Foxx x The Drop & How to Build A Fashion Brand
    Nov 10 2023
    Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're discussing: H&M x Rabanne collectionMy thoughts on KHY by Kylie (more impressed than I thought I would be) Juliette Foxx x The Drop: IG Try On: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzWfGu4LCLB/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  Full Youtube Review: https://youtu.be/t-pwxwWYUwI?si=UbeZo6Bx5AOKVsJJ  We're also going to dive into how to build a fashion brand. This is something I am going to dive deeper into for 2024 with the AK Brown platform and The Fashion Firm. 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​​​​​​Youtube ➭ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6AOkgttQ5Mzfw9PXLJc_A Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.cohttp://www.instagram.com/pinkmusemagazinehttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomlivehttp://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirm.co
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Why Is It So Hard Being A Fashionpreneur?

    Why Is It So Hard Being A Fashionpreneur?
    Oct 28 2023
    Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today I just want to have a real conversation on the stresses of being a multifaceted fashionpreneur. It's hard, I know, because I'm currently going through it - so let's talk about it. As always, 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​​​​​​Youtube ➭ https://www.youtube.com/@akbrownstl Instagrams ➭ http://www.instagram.com/akbrownstl​​http://www.instagram.com/fwrdsocietyhttp://www.instagram.com/hauteboss.co (changing next week)http://www.instagram.com/pinkmusestudiohttp://www.instagram.com/thehauteguidepodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/thefittingroomlivehttp://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirmpr
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    28 mins
  • Not Kandi Doing She by Sheree Better, Pyer Moss x Canada Goose, UO HBCU Cohort, & How to Dress Better & With More Intention

    Not Kandi Doing She by Sheree Better, Pyer Moss x Canada Goose, UO HBCU Cohort, & How to Dress Better & With More Intention
    Oct 20 2023
    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
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    48 mins
  • Who Looked Good At The BET Hip Hop Awards & Conversations With Victoria Paulsen!

    Who Looked Good At The BET Hip Hop Awards & Conversations With Victoria Paulsen!
    Oct 6 2023
    Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Did yall catch the BET Hip Hop Awards? Well I will say - the fashions were a smidge better than the awards earlier this year, so lets talk about the best and worst dressed. And - which I'm really excited about, today we have Victoria Paulsen on the show who has taken the initiative to make elevatd golfwear for women her purpose with her new business! Thank you for tuning in to this week's episode of The Haute Guide. First - make sure to follow Victoria Paulsen below: Website: https://victoriapaulsen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriapaulsenofficial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriapaulsenofficial?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  And 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/thefittingroomlivehttp://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirmpr
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • How to Start & Fashion Blog & How to Pitch Yourself for Fashion Week

    How to Start & Fashion Blog & How to Pitch Yourself for Fashion Week
    Sep 29 2023
    Hey fashion friends! Welcome back to another episode of The Haute Guide! Today we're discussing first - how to start a fashion blog in 2023. Here's how to get started: Buy your domain: I use GoDaddyBuy your hosting: I use SitegroundPoint your domain to Siteground: here's a great article on how to do soInstall Wordpress into Siteground: here's a great article on how to do soFind a responsive template: I get mine from Heartenmade Also - we're talking about how to pitch yourself for fashion week! Similar to what we talked about on Episode 42: Podcast Episode: Good American x GKJ, Can ChatGPT Really Predict Fashion Trends, & How to Secure Speaking Gigs As A Fashion ExpertBlog Post: https://www.akbrownstl.com/how-to-get-paid-speaking-engagements-as-a-fashion-expert-free-email-pitch-template/  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/thefittingroomlivehttp://www.instagram.com/thefashionfirmpr
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    42 mins