2threads profile: Kerry-AnneGollan

About Kerry-AnneGollan

I am currently employed by Flaunt Marketing as a Fashion Media Specialist. Operating from the Park Street showroom where I represent an extensive client list across both Fashion & Accessories.

Previously employed as Account Manager for Alexander & Browne, to expand the company’s product reach and profit revenues. Caring for 34 individual accounts across the Hospitality Industry presenting high-end designer new look garments to hotel employee’s designed and manufactured in house.

I hold a Diploma of Fashion, which is strengthened by several years’ practical experience in many diverse areas within the fashion industry.
I have been employed within the Fashion industry in various capacities including Business Development Manager, Fashion coordinator; PA to GM; Design Assistant; Fashion Journalist; Stylist; Office Administrator; Fashion Sales Associate, working in conjunction with a buying team. I possess a high degree of motivation & creativity teamed with drive & energy to succeed in the fashion industry. I strive to work hard in a dynamic business environment to bring new ideas and trends to the fore.

In the past I have held the title of Assistant Stylist for House of Red Styling, working across various fashion and media industry publications. Assisting on photo shoots, for the likes of Lonsdale, KFC, Auto Salon, Oyster magazine and fashion publications in Hong Kong.

I have held title of Fashion Journalist & Stylist for ‘The Independent’ Newspaper and ‘Life’ magazine in Dublin Ireland, boasting a readership of 1,075,00. This position required the ability to produce factual & relevant articles, with the ability to deliver client-ready first draft copies.

I have also held the title of Stylist and Personal Shopper for Brown Thomas, Dublin Ireland, striving to build a personal client base by conducting one-on-one consultations, applying my in depth knowledge and experience of both local and international fashion forecasting, trends and textiles. An evaluation of each individual personality, body shape & colour theory was required when developing a wardrobe & look. This position demonstrated the ability to maintain client relationships and account management skills.
Further, this position entailed working with the buyers of Brown Thomas - reporting on current trends and sales records to help influence the coming season’s fashion direction and allocation numbers. In conjunction to this role, gaining valuable experience as a Fashion & Interior Stylist, to notables such as Pierce Brosnan, The Corrs, Enya & the general public.

Working closely with the 2006 Fashion collections in Europe through styling briefs for the Independent Newspaper & Life Magazine, has provided exposure to international designers ranging from Gucci, Prada, Roland Mouret, Yves Saint Laurent & Dolce Gabanna to more mainstream labels, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs, Sass & Bide, Temperly & Paul Smith. I now encompass great knowledge of the current fashion market and its major players.

I love this world of fashion!