# Uncategorized **URL:** https://community.theschmatte.com/c/uncategorized/1.md [Latest](https://community.theschmatte.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.theschmatte.com/categories.md) --- ## [AI in fashion - how is it being used?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/ai-in-fashion-how-is-it-being-used/4071)
**Author:** [@Bursting](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Bursting)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 3:53pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/ai-in-fashion-how-is-it-being-used/4071 "2026-03-26T15:53:37Z")
Hello All :slight\_smile: is anyone working with a specific product of AI for design related uses. Does anyone here know how a person could gain knowledge of AI in the design realm if it isn’t part of their current role… --- ## [Working at G-III?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/working-at-g-iii/4054)
**Author:** [@7thAveSecrets](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/7thAveSecrets)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2026, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/working-at-g-iii/4054 "2026-02-21T17:29:12Z")
Anyone have recent experience working at G-III? I’ve heard mixed things. --- ## [Product Development role](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/product-development-role/3281)
**Author:** [@DoubleU](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/DoubleU)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/product-development-role/3281 "2026-02-11T14:07:25Z")
Been a designer for 20 years and looking other roles… production and product development seem like good options. However, I would like to know if a Product Development role is ever well defined or is it like doing B!T@h … --- ## [Product development](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/product-development/4068)
**Author:** [@ilovedogs](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/ilovedogs)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 3:04am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/product-development/4068 "2026-02-05T03:04:19Z")
Hello I was wondering what skills are needed to get an entry level product development position. --- ## [How is the trade war impacting you?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/how-is-the-trade-war-impacting-you/3972)
**Author:** [@grandpoobah](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/grandpoobah)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2025, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/how-is-the-trade-war-impacting-you/3972 "2025-08-22T21:18:21Z")
The tariff situation has had a huge impact on the different textile and sewn goods industries. I’d love to hear some personal stories about how it has impacted people on this forum. --- ## [Career Advice: Unsure About Next Steps](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/career-advice-unsure-about-next-steps/4036)
**Author:** [@missmaraa](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/missmaraa)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2025, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/career-advice-unsure-about-next-steps/4036 "2025-07-24T22:20:18Z")
Hi friends! I’m 27 and an AE at a Luxury Wholesale position. Currently, I’m not even selling — this position has been moreso a lot of backend work more than anything. I love my current job, but I don’t feel like I’m bei… --- ## [Remote Footwear design jobs](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/remote-footwear-design-jobs/4030)
**Author:** [@funandgames](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/funandgames)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/remote-footwear-design-jobs/4030 "2025-07-17T21:06:33Z")
Hi, does anyone know of any footwear design jobs that are remote? Can be full-time or freelance. Thank you! --- ## [Gourmet home products](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/gourmet-home-products/3997)
**Author:** [@Angel123](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Angel123)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2025, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/gourmet-home-products/3997 "2025-06-18T18:37:45Z")
Has anyone worked at gourmet home Products in nyc? Pros and cons, please! --- ## [Tariffs panic with unsure future of fashion indistry](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/tariffs-panic-with-unsure-future-of-fashion-indistry/3942)
**Author:** [@DesignerN](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/DesignerN)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2025, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/tariffs-panic-with-unsure-future-of-fashion-indistry/3942 "2025-06-02T15:33:49Z")
This week has been nuts to everyone.. its affecting heavily on any manufacturing business done in overseas, but this time feels real weigh on my industry..fashion. All my friends/peeps are devastated with this kicking o… --- ## [Feelings towards the fashion industry 2025?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/feelings-towards-the-fashion-industry-2025/3915)
**Author:** [@Sewinlove](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Sewinlove)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2025, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/feelings-towards-the-fashion-industry-2025/3915 "2025-05-28T21:26:33Z")
Hi, So working in the fashion this past year, I’ve noticed there hasn’t been a lot of change. Pay has gone done in LA which is bizarre to see. A senior tech designer made over 90,000 pre covid and now wages are starting… --- ## [Remote Designer Position](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/remote-designer-position/3988)
**Author:** [@LisaSimpson](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/LisaSimpson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2025, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/remote-designer-position/3988 "2025-05-28T21:18:10Z")
Anyone know of any companies that have entirely remote designer positions? I am moving out of NYC and need something entirely remote. My background is fashion accessories, kids licensed bags, and some home goods experi… --- ## [Does anyone have any experience with any online marketing services? They all seem very scammy and predatory!?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/does-anyone-have-any-experience-with-any-online-marketing-services-they-all-seem-very-scammy-and-predatory/3950)
**Author:** [@Afashionguynyc](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Afashionguynyc)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2025, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/does-anyone-have-any-experience-with-any-online-marketing-services-they-all-seem-very-scammy-and-predatory/3950 "2025-05-27T23:56:10Z")
Does anyone have any experience with any online marketing services? They all seem very scammy and predatory!? I have been building a new online brand and have no shortage of design ideas and the website looks great and … --- ## [Anyone attending the SP25-FASHION CAREER FAIR?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/anyone-attending-the-sp25-fashion-career-fair/3951)
**Author:** [@Jrock6](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Jrock6)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/anyone-attending-the-sp25-fashion-career-fair/3951 "2025-04-22T17:00:14Z")
FASHION CAREER FAIR - Spring '25 - April 24th curious if anyone has gone? seems like most of the attendants are recruiters not direct large corporations companies in nyc? like screw, Hugo boss, RL, faherty etc. --- ## [Quitting Fashion](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/quitting-fashion/2011)
**Author:** [@sincerelymissmary](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/sincerelymissmary)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/quitting-fashion/2011 "2025-04-22T13:36:40Z")
Hi everyone, I want to share this personal essay I wrote about a pivot in my career from fashion designer to a mental health and wellness writer. I hope during this time of uncertainty you learn to choose yourself first… --- ## [Did you ever catch a company stealing your interview project designs or work?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/did-you-ever-catch-a-company-stealing-your-interview-project-designs-or-work/2668)
**Author:** [@designerperson](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/designerperson)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2025, 1:16am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/did-you-ever-catch-a-company-stealing-your-interview-project-designs-or-work/2668 "2025-01-28T01:16:00Z")
You always hear stories about companies stealing work from those ‘dreaded interview projects’ that rarely seem to result in hiring, but has it ever happened to you? I actually had proof GIII turned my interview project … --- ## [Apparel technical or apparel consultant rates 2025](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/apparel-technical-or-apparel-consultant-rates-2025/3924)
**Author:** [@Jrock6](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Jrock6)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2025, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/apparel-technical-or-apparel-consultant-rates-2025/3924 "2025-01-21T22:46:22Z")
Hello what are the freelance hourly rates for mid level 5 yrs technical designer in outerwear these days ? Or for a senior with 10 plus years? Management level freelance? Oh and sharing this event from IG Fashion wor… --- ## [Tariffs on goods from China](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/tariffs-on-goods-from-china/3911)
**Author:** [@Designmaven](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Designmaven)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2025, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/tariffs-on-goods-from-china/3911 "2025-01-03T14:17:37Z")
Tariffs on goods coming in from China will drastically affect the textile industry. Are manufacturers planning to move production to other countries? Will retailers accept inevitable price hikes? Will consumers finally … --- ## [Afraid of Human Resources](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/afraid-of-human-resources/3858)
**Author:** [@grandpoobah](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/grandpoobah)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2024, 12:30am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/afraid-of-human-resources/3858 "2024-06-19T00:30:16Z")
80% of workers are afraid of HR? I wonder how that plays out in the fashion industry? Are you afraid of HR? --- ## [Is Remote Work Still A Thing?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/is-remote-work-still-a-thing/3547)
**Author:** [@rtwguru](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/rtwguru)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 12:46am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/is-remote-work-still-a-thing/3547 "2024-03-12T00:46:51Z")
Any feedback on particular positions in your company that are still fully remote? Or any companies still fully remote? Is Hybrid work taking the place of WFH? Or is everyone back in the office? Curious what’s going o… --- ## [Sycamore Group Acquisition](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/sycamore-group-acquisition/3769)
**Author:** [@Kitty43](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Kitty43)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2024, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/sycamore-group-acquisition/3769 "2024-01-06T16:06:42Z")
Happy New Year! Has anyone worked for any brands that were taken over by Sycamore Group? Our parent company was acquired and I was curious what types of changes were made? Deal gets signed January 3! --- ## [Outerwear / puffer coats](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/outerwear-puffer-coats/3783)
**Author:** [@Design-is-my-life](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Design-is-my-life)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2024, 5:27am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/outerwear-puffer-coats/3783 "2024-01-06T05:27:57Z")
I am looking for references of outerwear manufacturers (who are small business friendly) based in the US to construct upcycled quilted puffer coats in very small quantities. I can provide the detailed tech-packs and all … --- ## [Salary/Diversity/NY Fashion](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/salary-diversity-ny-fashion/3449)
**Author:** [@Jrock6](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Jrock6)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2022, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/salary-diversity-ny-fashion/3449 "2022-08-22T22:28:45Z")
is it just me but what planet are fashion employers and fashion recruiters living in? maybe this is just a rant but there has to be a change in the industry-from salary ranges, inclusivity, diversity in the NY metro area… --- ## [Style careers fashion career fair companies attending](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/style-careers-fashion-career-fair-companies-attending/3751)
**Author:** [@Jrock6](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Jrock6)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2023, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/style-careers-fashion-career-fair-companies-attending/3751 "2023-11-10T19:08:33Z")
does anyone if only recruiter companies are attending this event next week? I didn’t see a list of what direct hiring companies will attend, like Coach, Gap, Ascena etc? --- ## [Do we want to keep this going?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/do-we-want-to-keep-this-going/3525)
**Author:** [@grandpoobah](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/grandpoobah)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/do-we-want-to-keep-this-going/3525 "2023-11-07T23:59:34Z")
Has The Schmatte been useful for you? If there a need to keep it going? --- ## [Is anyone happy in this industry?](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/is-anyone-happy-in-this-industry/3736)
**Author:** [@cooketim10](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/cooketim10)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2023, 2:20am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/is-anyone-happy-in-this-industry/3736 "2023-10-31T02:20:51Z")
I’m going to make the big move to NY soon. I’ve worked as a tailor for a couple years in the Midwest since graduating but I almost feel like fashion is dying. Should I not bother moving and pivot or do you see fashion im… --- ## [This website is depressing](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/this-website-is-depressing/2268)
**Author:** [@Pennywise](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Pennywise)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2023, 1:03am UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/this-website-is-depressing/2268 "2023-10-19T01:03:51Z")
I thought this forum would be a great place to air grievances, help other people, network and guide younger people in the industry. But it seems to be 99% bitching about how horrible this industry is. If it’s so horrible… --- ## [Looking for a Job](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/looking-for-a-job/3675)
**Author:** [@shruu](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/shruu)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2023, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/looking-for-a-job/3675 "2023-10-01T16:54:49Z")
Hey Guys, I’m actively seeking a job in the US in the Design /Technical Design / Product Development sector - My strengths lie in Womenswear Activewear/Athleisure.The positions I’m looking at are Assistant/Associate Lev… --- ## [Recruiter Fraud](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/recruiter-fraud/3698)
**Author:** [@Shiksa5656](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Shiksa5656)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2023, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/recruiter-fraud/3698 "2023-08-25T16:46:25Z")
Hi All, I have come across a few scam recruiters. Obviously, you should check and do your research when sending your applications. MZK Headhunters is the most recent one. When I looked them up, scam alerts came up … --- ## [Anybody here work in fashion accessories? Need to know pay range!](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/anybody-here-work-in-fashion-accessories-need-to-know-pay-range/3653)
**Author:** [@LisaSimpson](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/LisaSimpson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2023, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/anybody-here-work-in-fashion-accessories-need-to-know-pay-range/3653 "2023-07-19T23:30:23Z")
Hi! I work primarily in fashion accessories and some home goods. I have noticed everyone here seems to post higher salaries and am wondering if that’s because most people here are in apparel? Or have I always just been… --- ## [Applying for jobs in FL, terrified of recent legislation](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/applying-for-jobs-in-fl-terrified-of-recent-legislation/3617)
**Author:** [@Bee](https://community.theschmatte.com/u/Bee)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2023, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.theschmatte.com/t/applying-for-jobs-in-fl-terrified-of-recent-legislation/3617 "2023-06-09T19:24:53Z")
Not quite sure where to put this, but I was hoping for some opinions: I’m trying to find a job, and I’m noticing some great listings that I’d be perfect for. …except they’re in Florida, and I’m queer. Should I still a… [Next page](https://community.theschmatte.com/c/uncategorized/1.md?page=1)