Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, founder of the Gilt Groupe and chief merchandising officer, may have one of the most desirable jobs in fashion.  She travels the world in search of great fashion, and cultivates relationships with designers.  Her main objective, to acquire samples from said designers to sell on her private online website by invitation only.  The website is less than two years old, but is already a success.  They sell fabulous items at affordable prices, what could be better?  Designers like Carolina Herrera, Marc Jacobs, Matthew Williamson and many more have been featured on gilt.com.  The video highlights a day in the life of the fashion executive, and her schedule is full. 

Designer Rachel Roy should be an inspiration to women, entrepreneurs and mothers.  I selected this video because  it gives us a glimpse into her busy life as a designer and mother.  Ms. Roy speaks of the importance of a balanced life, “if i’m not fulfilling this [time spent caring for children] in my personal life, then work also suffers.” I recently learned how accurate this statement is, being out of balance in your personal life, can spell trouble for your professional life as well.  The busy mother of two started out as an intern, and is now a successful American designer with a loyal celebrity following.  It will be great to see her collection during New York Fashion Week Spring 2010.

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