A fashion stylist assistant works as part of a team with a fashion designer to present a newly designed collection of clothing for a client or public fashion show. You can also find work in other specializations, such as accessories or footwear. Opportunities also exist in theater or dance companies. In these positions, you assist the actors with wardrobe changes between scenes. Styling is an essential part of this job, as design firms play a vital role in setting trends. You may need to live in a larger city for this career, as this is where the highest concentration of fashion stylist assistant positions exist. This job involves frequent travel to shows or productions.