Assistant Quote by Colleen Atwood
“I worked in fashion, but I worked more in the sales side of fashion than in design. I was an assistant buyer for a department store back in the '70s and the early years of Saint Laurent. And I used to have a lot of private clients that I bought for.”
About This Quote
She worked more in fashion sales than design, serving as an assistant buyer and handling private clients.
In simple terms: Her fashion career focused on buying and client service.
Key Takeaway
Leverage sales experience in creative fields.
Themes
career development
fashion industry
client relations
Mood
analytical
insightful
Type
professional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- fashion retail
- personal branding
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
buying
sales
networking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can sales skills enhance creative work?
- What client insights can inform design decisions?
A Different Perspective
Sales experience may not translate directly to design expertise.
