CONSISTENCY IS THE JOB
BUILDING A FASHION CAREER WITHOUT A ROADMAP

In this solo episode of Through the Back Door, I talk about what consistency actually looks like when you’re building a non-traditional fashion career.

After a week of being sick, exhausted, and close to skipping this recording altogether, I reflect on why showing up anyway matters, especially when you’re working inside the fashion industry while building your own brand on the side. From meeting followers who feel shut out of fashion, to navigating visibility, self-belief, and building something without permission, this episode is an honest look at the unglamorous part of building a career.

If you’re balancing a fashion job with content creation, designing your own path, or building in the dark before anyone notices, this episode is for you.

Consistency isn’t about motivation. It’s about keeping promises to yourself.

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Fashion networking & resources
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinginfashion
Substack: https://workinginfashion.substack.com

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In the first-ever solo episode of Through the Back Door, we talk ambition — what it really looks like, why it gets labeled as “cringe,” and why it’s the real engine behind success in the fashion industry.

We are celebrating episode number 20!

I reflect on my week in New York fashion, from attending the Chanel watch party to noticing how fashion culture is becoming more community-driven, creator-led, and accessible. From there, I connect pop culture, history, and real life — pulling inspiration from The Gilded Age, the rise of fashion content creators, and the relentless networking that helped figures like Kim Kardashian long before their success felt inevitable.

This episode is about owning what you want without apology, especially in fashion, where nothing is handed to you. We talk about taking up space before you’re invited, legitimizing yourself when no one gives you permission, and understanding that success is often engineered, not accidental.

I wrap with a weekly inspiration list — what I’m reading, wearing, and loving — plus a quick update on what’s coming next for the podcast.

If you’re a designer, creator, stylist, or anyone building something from the ground up, this episode is for you.

Links & Mentions

Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr Joe Dispenza
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401938094

Mary & Shelly – Guitar Strap Bag
https://maryandshelly.com

Miista Boots
https://www.miista.com

Summer Fridays – Lip Butter Balm
https://summerfridays.com

Summer Fridays – Sheer Skin Tint
https://summerfridays.com

🎧 Listen to Through the Back Door on Spotify and all major platforms
Watch the full episode on YouTube

Follow the host, Claire Vastola
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlintofashion

Fashion networking & resources
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinginfashion
Substack: https://workinginfashion.substack.com

Subscribe, rate, and share if you loved the episode — more fashion deep dives coming soon.

In this episode of Through the Back Door, Claire sits down with Jessie Collier, founder of Working Women Agency, to talk about personal branding, mindset shifts, and embracing nonlinear career paths in the creative world. Jessie shares how she turned confusion around traditional career advice into a mission-driven brand that helps women own their unique journeys. Together, they unpack the power of LinkedIn, the importance of soft skills, and how visibility and authenticity can open unexpected doors. The conversation dives into navigating pivots, using AI to scale creative work, and building a career that truly aligns with your values.

Connect with Working Women Agency:
Instagram: @workingwomenagency
Follow Jessie: @jessiecollier

Listen to Through the Back Door on Spotify and all major platforms
Watch the full episode on YouTube
Follow host Claire Vastola: @girlintofashion
For fashion networking: @workinginfashion
Read more on Substack: workinginfashion.substack.com

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