Fashion buyers discover the latest trends and stock retail stores with items that are projected to bring in the most revenue and sales. Retail stores make large profits from the percentage of mark-up they charge customers over wholesale prices. In addition, the fashion buyers that work for them to stock their inventory can earn as much $100,000 annually. Studying to be a fashion buyer could result in a comfortable living for you if you have a natural sense of fashion and understand the needs of the consumer.