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Bluffton, South Carolina, United States

Bluffton, South Carolina, United States

- Research and identify trend directions appropriate for the brand and season.- Develop seasonal apparel collections within all categories (ie. Knit/Woven Dresses, Knit/Woven Tops, - - Bottoms, Sweaters, Golf/Tennis, and Scarves/Ponchos).- Source and review fabrics, trims, design concepts, embroideries, strikeoffs, and lab dips.- Maintain daily.

King Of Prussia, PA

• Work alongside Merchandising, Execution, and Production teams to drive business and deliver exceptional product.
• Maintain team calendar and plan meetings to fit within production deadlines.
• Develop innovative silhouettes, embellishments, and trims with seasonal concept in mind.
• Stay up to date on current trends and industry demands.
• Travel overseas to maintain relationships with factories and review sample and production lines.

New York, New York

• Interpret seasonal color & silhouette trends for VIP brand.
• Produce organized and cohesive product presentations to sell concept/color to management.
• Develop woven styles that are brand appropriate and follow business strategies.
• Regularly shop the market for inspiration/trends.
• Manage and develop Assistant position.
• Partner with Product counterparts to present styles at Line Development, Pre-Line, and Line Review.

New York, New York

• Assist in product design and line development.
• Research seasonal trim, fabric, and silhouette trends.
• Develop detailed flat sketches in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Create and distribute seasonal color cards and pattern development sheets.
• Responsible for the quality and color approval of lab dips, strike-offs, and trims.
• Work closely with Technical Designers to create accurate and detailed technical packages in PLM.

New York, NY

- Work with Designer on development and execution of product designs.- Meet with buyers to develop print ideas for cut & sew and woven styles.- Assist Designer is creating tech packs in Excel, using knowledge in garment construction to communicate designs to factories.- Develop detailed flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.- Work directly.

Understand the brand and research clientStyle clients for events and every day needsAssist in seasonal store setsComplete sales transactions

- Design handmade accessories- Market through various distribution channels- Manage small business

Organize and assist with catalog photo shootsComplete costing records and input into databaseCoordinate and maintain swatch librarySuccessfully submit costume designs for Dance 2011 catalog

Completing sales transactionsUnderstanding Client's needs and providing suitable suggestionsPreparing for shipment and placing merchandiseStrategizing placement of new merchandise to enhance sales and performance

Seating customers and preparing seating arrangementsTaking reservations for the restaurant and hotel Preparing for special events

Bachelor Degree Of Science, Fashion Design

Bachelor Degree Of Science, Fashion Design

Certificate, Fashion Design

Studied abroad for three months, observing various cultures. Traveled to Paris, Italy, and Ireland. Focused on fabric embellishments.