Model Scout Shares Her Work Style

Coming up with new outfit combinations for the working week can be a daily struggle, especially when you don’t have a set uniform. Connie Hutton, the Scouting and Development Manager at IMG Models, faces this challenge every morning. Her ever-changing schedule means she has to consider what she’s doing that day and dress accordingly.
Based in Sydney, Connie‘s role involves overseeing model test shoots, catching up on admin, visiting talent on location, and street scouting. Her work wardrobe needs to keep pace with her day-to-day activities.
Connie started the week with a mild and sunny winter day, perfect for wearing her favorite capris from Isabel Marant. She paired them with vintage Tom Ford sunglasses and her favorite Tough Auto bag.
This was a typical Monday spent in the office, but Connie wanted to start the week on a fun note and wear something cute. She spent the day catching up on emails from the weekend.
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The next day, Connie was on set shooting new faces for IMG Models. She opted for a tight grey skirt from Save Mart and a rabbit fur-trimmed coat from Depop.
She loves development test shoot days because they’re rewarding and allow her to help models at the start of their journeys. Connie was constantly running around on set, so she chose an outfit that would keep up with her pace.
Connie spent Wednesday in the office and visited Amou, a model she manages, while she was on set. She wore her trusty MM6 boots and waxed denim jeans from Jing Hé.
This outfit is one of Connie‘s favorites and could be considered her uniform. She enjoys visiting her models on set and seeing them work.
On Thursday, Connie wore her Comme des Garçons ballon shorts and a matching jacket. She was going to watch the Sydney Dance Company at the Opera House that night and needed an outfit that could take her from work to play.
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She purchased the shorts on a Melbourne trip at Bruce and the jacket at Scotties in Auckland. Connie only wears this outfit when she’s in a certain mood, and Thursday was one of those days.
Friday is Connie‘s work-from-home day, and she likes to spend it street scouting for new models. She wore her Bally loafers, which are perfect for walking, and a jacket with pockets from Depop.
Street scouting is an important part of her role, and she enjoys finding new talent. While many models apply online, Connie believes that street scouting is still an effective way to discover fresh faces.
For Connie, the key to dressing for work is finding a balance between style and practicality. Her outfits reflect her personality and the demands of her job, making her a great example of how to dress for a creative and fast-paced work environment.