Living a creative life as a novice fashion designer comes with its own set of pros and cons. Although much adventure and glamor are involved, you’ll need some tough love to stay consistent with fashion design.
Life as a fashion designer is always exciting. Every day brings new opportunities to create a piece better than the previous one, enhance the tiny details, or develop a completely new design. The creative side of being a designer makes every effort worth it.
Jens Kaeumle was also a crafty individual with an eye for art and creativity. Born in a small town in the South of Germany in 1967, Jens saw the world from the eyes of a war-torn country, but still, his passion for adding colors to the picture was as clear as the day. Soon, it turned into a reality when he was admitted to the Royal College of Art, London. There, he started a journey of love, fashion, and art, which he discusses in detail in his memoir, “Never Boring, Love & Fashion.”
Let’s read some valuable advice from his memoir dedicated to creative hearts like himself.
Trial and Error
There are no risks without failure and no wins without setbacks. You must brace yourself and let things go with the flow sometimes. Every iconic creation is a result of multiple attempts and adjustments. Creative inventions and innovations are a constant journey of going back and forth with different ideas. Instead of fearing failure, focus on making the most of the experience. Accept that setbacks are a natural part of the creative process and can lead to unexpected breakthroughs.
The Career Boat
As a complete individual, you are the creator of your career boat. Made by the skills and experience you collect on your way, this boat helps you navigate the river of life. Your passion for art becomes a beautiful vessel in constant flux because of the situation life throws at us. However, its stability and life depend on how much care and attention we pour. This precious career boat might become a wreck if left unattended for years. Fashion design is also a career boat that sails with the power of skills. If you fail to acquire relevant skills to keep it afloat, this passion will take no time to die and disappear completely.
Become a Visionary
Allow your imagination to soar beyond the boundaries of talent and standard rules; start by defining your goals, then research the right path. Once you have a rough sketch, create a roadmap for your fashion journey, including what institution you wish to study in. Contact everyone relevant to the admission process and get as much information as possible to make your final decision. With a clear plan and a young, passionate heart, nothing can stop you from making big in the fashion industry.
“Experience, persistence, and determination are what make a designer successful. Talent is only part of the equation.”
Jens Kaeumle proves this quote to be the truth in his autobiography more than a few times. His unwavering dedication and creative heart led him to Paris and got him to work with fashion Giants like Tommy Hilfiger, Moschino, and Levi’s. There’s more to his creative journey, from which you can learn a lot because Jens Kaeumle’s life is “Never Boring.” The book is now available on Amazon.
