Fashion Advisor (Sales Associate Type)
ふぁっしょんあどばいざー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Clothing Sales Clerks
Summary
A profession that proposes and sells optimal fashion items and coordinations based on customers' needs and trends.
Description
Fashion Advisors are specialists in stores who propose and sell optimal clothing and coordinations tailored to customers' preferences, body types, and occasions. They identify needs through customer interviews, utilize product knowledge and trend information for styling, support fittings, manage inventory and sales, plan and implement in-store displays and promotional events, aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and achieve sales targets.
Future Outlook
Diversification is progressing with the expansion of O2O services combining online and physical stores, influencer collaborations, and AI-utilized personal styling, requiring not only face-to-face customer service but also digital skills.
Personality Traits
Able to Understand Others' Sensibilities and Values / Excellent Observation Skills / Interest or Passion for Fashion / Sociable
Work Style
Full-time / In-Store Sales / Part-time / Shift Work / Weekend and Holiday Work
Career Path
Shop Staff → Assistant Manager/Chief → Store Manager → Area Manager → Buyer → Personal Stylist
Required Skills
Customer Service / Fashion Knowledge / Listening and Facilitation / Sales Management System Operation / Size Measurement and Fitting
Recommended Skills
Color Coordination / Communication Skills (English) / Fashion Coordination / Trend Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To pay attention to details in colors and designs for appropriate proposals. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately understand requests and build trust. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Important for devising coordinations tailored to customers. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Trends change rapidly, requiring continuous learning. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and fitting support. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No advanced quantitative analysis needed; limited to daily sales checks. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Certification
- Fashion Sales Ability Certification
Aliases
- Apparel Advisor
- Shop Advisor
- Stylist
Related Jobs
- Apparel Salesperson
- Personal Stylist
- Shop Staff
- Stylist