After Lin graduated in clothing design from Shih Chien College, he worked for a master tailor from Shanghai specializing in Western styles. His main role was to act as a bridge between the master and his clients.
當年林臣英從實踐服裝科畢業之後，曾在一家由上海師傅為主的洋裁店做事，主要扮演師傅和顧客間的橋樑。