New York City Metropolitan Area
Creative and technically skilled designer with a strong eye for color and pattern, experienced in all aspects of the design process. Detail oriented and focused, able to multi-task and maintain deadlines in a team environment. Expert user of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, PLM/PDM, MacOSX/PC
• Designed tops, dresses and athleisure for Private Label accounts and Isela label • Partnered with Merchandiser and Sales Team to deliver trend right styles for a varied account base: Belk, Christopher & Banks, Avenue, Stage, VF Outlet, Ross, Burlington • Managed sample room for in house sampling of 90% of the line • Created customer specific print and embroidery artwork, working with domestic and overseas suppliers to execute strike-offs, samples, and production garments • Traveled to Asia to work with factories on development; shopped fabric markets and textile shows for new knit and woven fabrications
• Designed Missy tops for Absolutely Famous label and Private Label accounts • Prepared seasonal trend boards, color palettes, and print direction for line development and market presentations • Merchandised and presented the line for all account appointments • Travelled to accounts to present line and develop additional Private Label programs
• Designed knit and woven tops for French Laundry brand and Private Label accounts • Developed new leisure-wear line Harmony & Balance: design, styling and branding • Traveled to Asia to work with agents and factories on development, sampling, and production issues • Managed Assistant Designer and worked with Graphic Artists and Technical Design to develop product and maintain workflow in a fast-paced environment
• Designed Layette & and Infant Girl product range of knits, wovens, and accessories, developing seasonal assortment to reflect the company’s heritage and design direction.
·Designed knits and sweaters for three lifestyle platforms of Bass Women’s Retail: Bass Casual- casual/weekend, Bass & Co- wear to work, Body & Soul- lounge/activewear