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Fashion industry domain knowledge for data analysis and content creation. Includes fashion week calendars (Paris, Milan, London, New York, etc.), trade fair schedules (Premiere Vision, Texworld, ISPO, Pitti), seasonal planning cycles, and industry terminology. Use when analyzing fashion data, creating editorial calendars, writing fashion content, or interpreting market trends.
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references/fashion-weeks.mdreferences/seasonal-cycles.mdreferences/terminology.mdreferences/trade-fairs.mdFashion Industry Domain Knowledge
Comprehensive reference for fashion industry context, calendars, and terminology. This skill enhances Claude's understanding for fashion-specific queries across data analysis, content creation, and market research.
When This Skill Applies
Activate this knowledge when:
- Analyzing fashion industry data (job postings, marketplace, editorial)
- Creating editorial or content calendars for fashion media
- Writing fashion news, trend reports, or market analysis
- Interpreting seasonal patterns in fashion data
- Researching brands, trade events, or industry trends
- Planning coverage around fashion weeks or trade fairs
Quick Reference
Fashion Calendar Year
| Period | Major Events | Content Focus |
|---|---|---|
| January | Paris Haute Couture, Pitti Uomo, Berlin FW, ISPO Munich | Men's fashion, activewear, haute couture |
| February | NYFW, LFW, MFW, PFW (AW), Premiere Vision, Texworld | Autumn/Winter ready-to-wear collections |
| March | PFW continues, Shanghai FW | Collection wrap-up, trend analysis |
| April | Sao Paulo FW | Latin American fashion |
| May-June | Cruise/Resort shows, Pitti Uomo SS | Pre-season, men's summer |
| July | Paris Haute Couture, Berlin FW | Haute couture, contemporary |
| August | Copenhagen FW | Scandinavian design |
| September | NYFW, LFW, MFW, PFW (SS), Premiere Vision | Spring/Summer collections |
| October | Shanghai FW, CHIC | Asian markets |
| November | Awards season, year-end reviews | Industry recognition, annual analysis |
| December | Pre-fall previews | Transitional collections |
Key Terminology Quick Reference
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| SS / S/S | Spring/Summer collection |
| AW / A/W | Autumn/Winter collection (also FW / F/W in US) |
| RTW | Ready-to-wear (pret-a-porter) |
| Haute Couture | Custom-fitted high fashion (regulated term in France) |
| Pre-fall / Resort / Cruise | Inter-season collections |
| Look / Exit | Single outfit shown on runway |
| Capsule | Small, cohesive collection |
| Drop | Product release (especially streetwear) |
Knowledge Base Navigation
For detailed information, see the reference files:
| Reference | Contents |
|---|---|
| Fashion Weeks | Complete calendar of global fashion weeks with dates, cities, focus areas |
| Trade Fairs | Major B2B trade fairs for textiles, materials, and finished goods |
| Seasonal Cycles | Fashion calendar, content planning cycles, retail seasons |
| Terminology | Industry terms, roles, materials, sustainability concepts |
Using This Knowledge
For Data Analysis
When analyzing fashion industry data:
- Consider seasonality: Job postings spike before fashion weeks; retail data follows seasonal buying cycles
- Account for lead times: Brands plan 6-18 months ahead; trade fair attendance predicts upcoming trends
- Recognize regional differences: Fashion weeks drive different markets; German market follows Berlin, US follows NYFW
For Content Creation
When creating fashion content:
- Align topics with the fashion calendar: Cover upcoming events, not past ones
- Use correct terminology: SS26 means Spring/Summer 2026; AW25 is Autumn/Winter 2025
- Understand content types: News (immediate), trend reports (analytical), features (evergreen)
For Market Research
When researching fashion markets:
- Segment by category: Luxury, fast fashion, sustainable, sportswear have different dynamics
- Track trade fair attendance: Signals sourcing trends and material innovations
- Monitor fashion week coverage: Indicates brand investment and market positioning
Integration Points
This skill integrates with:
- Data analysis commands:
/fashion-market-report,/analyze - Content creation skills:
content-creation,campaign-planning - Editorial workflows:
/editorial-calendar,/draft-content - Research tasks: Brand lookup, competitive analysis
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