Are you ready to get promoted as a Fashion Buyer…
or is something holding you back?
You’re doing the work. You’re contributing. But have you mastered the skills that top fashion buyers use to lead, trade, and grow? This short 12-question quiz helps you assess your current buyer skill level and highlights exactly where to grow next.
Take the free Fashion Buyer Skills Quiz to discover your readiness for promotion —
and what to focus on to grow your fashion buying career.
Are you ready to get promoted as a Fashion Buyer…or is something holding you back?
You’re doing the work. You’re contributing. But have you mastered the skills that top fashion buyers use to lead, trade, and grow?
This short 12-question quiz helps you assess your current buyer skill level and highlights exactly where to grow next.
Take the free Fashion Buyer Skills Quiz to discover your readiness for promotion —
and what to focus on to grow your fashion buying career.
You’re working hard. You’re contributing. But when it comes to getting promoted, it’s not always clear what matters most.
Should you be asking for more responsibility?
Should you be in every meeting?
Should you be spending more time on margin reports?
Here’s something you should know - Buyers aren’t promoted just for working harder, they’re promoted because they demonstrate the right mix of commercial skill, strategic thinking, and leadership potential.
This is EXACTLY what this quiz will help you to understand.
You’re working hard. You’re contributing. But when it comes to getting promoted, it’s not always clear what matters most.
Should you be asking for more responsibility?
Should you be in every meeting?
Should you be spending more time on margin reports?
Here’s something you should know:
Buyers aren’t promoted just for working harder, they’re promoted because they demonstrate the right mix of commercial skill, strategic thinking, and leadership potential.
This is EXACTLY what this quiz will help you to understand.
In just a few minutes, you’ll get a clear picture of :
Your stage of fashion buyer readiness
You’ll get a clear picture of where you are today — whether you’re building the foundation, strengthening your skills, or stepping into strategic leadership.
Your areas of strength & growth
You’ll see which skill areas you’re already strong in, and where to focus next, so you can keep building toward trusted buyer capability.
What trusted buyer do differently
You’ll learn how your current skills align to the 4 core areas buyers lead: Product Knowledge, Commercial Awareness, Process Understanding, and Soft Skills
Find out what trusted Fashion Buyers do differently. Take the quiz to uncover your strengths, skill gaps, and next steps — so you can lead with confidence and move up in your buying career.
In just a few minutes, you’ll get a clear picture of :
Your stage of fashion buyer readiness
You’ll get a clear picture of where you are today — whether you’re building the foundation, strengthening your skills, or stepping into strategic leadership.
Where you perform the strongest & where to grow
You’ll see which skill areas you’re already strong in, and where to focus next, so you can keep building toward trusted buyer capability.
What trusted buyers do differently
You’ll learn how your current skills align to the 4 core areas buyers lead: Product Knowledge, Commercial Awareness, Process Understanding, and Soft Skills
Find out what trusted Fashion Buyers do differently. Take the quiz to uncover your strengths, skill gaps, and next steps — so you can lead with confidence and move up in your buying career.
If you’re serious about growing as a Buyer, you’re in the right place
I’ve hired and trained buyers across this industry, and here’s what I’ve seen time and time again. Most buyers stay busy, but few take the time to step back and ask, “Where do I actually need to grow?”
The ones who do are the ones who move forward. And they’re the ones who get trusted with bigger categories, bigger budgets, and bigger decisions.
This quiz will help you start asking better questions — and show you exactly where to focus so you can walk into your next review with the confidence that you’ve built the skills that matter.
If you’re serious about growing as a Buyer, you’re in the right place
I’ve hired and trained buyers across this industry, and here’s what I’ve seen time and time again. Most buyers stay busy, but few take the time to step back and ask, “Where do I actually need to grow?”
The ones who do are the ones who move forward. And they’re the ones who get trusted with bigger categories, bigger budgets, and bigger decisions.
This quiz will help you start asking better questions — and show you exactly where to focus so you can walk into your next review with the confidence that you’ve built the skills that matter.
Want to see if you’re Fashion Buyer-ready?
Want to see if you’re Fashion Buyer-ready?
Elisabeth Mac Hale | CEO The Design Directive
Hi, I’m Elisabeth,
I’ve worked in this industry for more than 25 years, starting as a designer, moving into a buying office, and eventually leading buying teams for global brands. I’ve hired, trained, and mentored buyers at every stage. And I’ve seen so many talented people get stuck — not because they aren’t capable, but because they’ve never been taught how this role really works. The industry doesn’t give you a clear path. It expects you to figure it out. This quiz is one small step in helping buyers understand what matters, and how to keep growing with clarity, not guesswork.
Elisabeth Mac Hale | CEO The Design Directive
Hi, I’m Elisabeth!
I’ve worked in this industry for more than 25 years, starting as a designer, moving into a buying office, and eventually leading buying teams for global brands. I’ve hired, trained, and mentored buyers at every stage. And I’ve seen so many talented people get stuck — not because they aren’t capable, but because they’ve never been taught how this role really works. The industry doesn’t give you a clear path. It expects you to figure it out. This quiz is one small step in helping buyers understand what matters, and how to keep growing with clarity, not guesswork.
Want to Grow as a Fashion Buyer?
Start by understanding what matters most. This quiz gives you insight,
clarity, and direction for your next step in the fashion buying journey.
Take a step closer to securing that Promotion
Want to Grow as a Fashion Buyer?
Start by understanding what matters most. This quiz gives you insight,
clarity, and direction for your next step in the fashion buying journey.
Take a step closer to securing that Promotion
© Copyright 2025 | The Design Directive
© Copyright 2025 | The Design Directive