The fashion industry is certainly a field that attracts those who want to see and be seen. Whether you're employed or not, it's always a good idea to network. Whether you're heading out to an industry event or at home, connecting through the power of social media, staying connected is key to navigating any industry. After all, mingling with other industry insiders opens up opportunities, offers an opportunity to build relationships, is a way of promoting business, and keeps you in-the-know. Networking is key to any industry especially a trend-driven field like fashion.

Apparel Search offers a destination for networking at www.FashionIndustryNetwork.com. In addition, you may want to explore some fashion blogs and forums. You may even want to get out and meet people through industry events in your area. Here, Apparel Search provides a list to help you get out and about.

www.stylecaster.com

www.ustrendy.com

www.apparelandfootwear.org

www.colorassociation.com

www.fashioncenter.com

www.ffany.org

www.newyork.fgi.org/index.php

www.iafnet.org

www.nsra.org

Don't forget to check out the Fashion Industry Network.

Here are a few methods of communication that are typically utilized on a fashion network.

Members contribute to Forum discussions about fashion.

Members upload fashion images along with detailed descriptions and a reply with comments function.

Members upload fashion videos along with detailed descriptions and a reply with comments function.

Members post fashion blog messages and leave comments for others.