Tech-savvy, style spy fashion workshops are a near sellout . . .

THE tech and extremely fashion savvy Kate Vandermeer (pictured) will host a 'Fashion Career Workshop' at the start of next week's L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival.

Kate, who knows the nuances of social media (constantly hosting events to explain how SM can benefit fashion names and brands) is one mighty smart cookie.

And this Saturday's panel is about bringing a panel of industry players together to share their knowledge and experiences to those wanting to get into the fashion industry.

Guests speakers will include Mimco creative director Cathryn Wills; celebrity stylist Philip Boon; visual merchandiser Aimee McCallum; Sportsgirl PR and marketing name Jade Roberts; Kate McKibbin, who is the managing editor of ‘Drop Dead Gorgeous Daily’ and the production and events name, Rachel Tuffery, the director of ‘Pronto Productions’.

As the founder and director of her website, iSpyStyle, Kate says she is planning to fill a gap in the market: “After years of speaking on panels about my own career path and lecturing in Fashion at RMIT University and Whitehouse Institute of Design, I felt there was a gap in the market to offer students and emerging creative’s the opportunity to learn about the various roles within the fashion industry by running some interactive career workshops,'' she says.

"They are fun, informative yet realistic about what to expect from a career in fashion. I’ve collated a fabulous group of inspiring but down to earth speakers who will share their journey and advice.

"I only wish I had this kind of opportunity when I was growing up!”
Kate and her assembled fashion team will talk the talk this Saturday, March 13, at the Whitehouse Institute of Design in Melbourne. Tickets through http://www.ispystyle.net/ (PayPal) or Moshtix.com.au