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Ask HN: I need a huge favor - Anyone with ties to fashion-related startups?
17 points by fatpanda on June 9, 2011 | hide | past | favorite | 8 comments
Hi everyone

HN has been a godsend for me. Reading it religiously everyday has given me the skills and confidence to quit my corporate job and start a (moderately successful) company. Thank you all!

I know that there is such a great community of people here, which is why I'm now seeking your help.

Here's the background. My girlfriend somehow won the US green card lottery. (Yep, crazy!). It's a dream come true for her because she's always wanted to move to NY and pursue a career in fashion. So 3 weeks ago she quit her corporate job in Sydney and moved to Manhattan. But she's been finding it tough so far to break into the industry.

It would be absolutely amazing if she could get a job working in an up-and-coming fashion startup. She's got a really positive attitude and is highly efficient. She just needs the right chance and to know the right people.

So if anyone knows of any fashion startup that are looking to fill a merchandising / operations role, please do tell!

Thanks




I know the founders at Rent the Runway, and they just posted for a social media person.

"JOB OPPORTUNITY: Rent the Runway’s brand marketing team is seeking a social media specialist with an entrepreneurial spirit, superior writing skills and 1-3 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate is a creative individual with a passion for writing and a love of fashion. This is a unique opportunity to help define the future of social media for a fast-growing fashion brand."

Connect with me @davidgoldberg if she is interested and I can forward her CV on.


Might be able to connect you with Sense-of-Fashion, find me @liorsion


Thanks David! That'd be great. She'll be in touch.


There are a bunch of fashion related companies attending the Silicon Alley Talent Fair June 16th. Tell her to register at bit.ly/SATFtalent


Also check out the Gilt Groupe.


might be able to put you in touch, ping me @parksebastien


Thanks Sebastien. Will send you an email shortly!


Check out Clothia.




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