Australian Institute of Styling Launches Fashion Styling Courses In Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
Online, February 6, 2012 (Newswire.com) - 2012 is the official launch year for The Australian Institute of Styling (AIOS). Founded by Wendy Mak, Director of personal stylist agency Smitten With Style, the Australian Institute of Styling will fill a gap in the personal stylist market by providing professional fashion styling courses that include extensive hands-on training, ongoing mentoring and continuing support to build a business in styling, or to find internships and jobs.
"The fashion styling courses offered by the Australian Institute of Styling have been developed as a result of our real-life, practical learnings from running a successful fashion styling business, Smitten With Style, in Sydney and Melbourne." Says Wendy Mak, founder of the AIOS.
Courses offered range from a brief introduction to fashion styling as a career, to full 3 day courses, that are delivered face-to-face and include a combination of 25% theoretical study and 75% practical training. Courses from February to May are available in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
With more than seven years experience under her belt, Wendy has already trained hundreds of students to follow their dreams and become personal stylists. Her approachable and friendly nature, combined with in-depth knowledge of the industry, as well as business and marketing opportunities allow students to get to know all aspects of the personal stylist business.
"The workshop was so fun. We were taught techniques for handling clients that no book would ever cover. The feedback on each of the exercises was very specific, giving me confidence in my own style and ability to get the most out of each client" says Sharon from Sydney, an alumni of the styling course.
"Whether people want to start a business in personal styling, are looking for a part-time income, or simply want to learn more about the business, attending a short course is a great way to find out what opportunities are available", says Wendy.
Prices range from $500 to $1500, and courses will be held in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane over the coming months.