Creative and forward-thinking designer with over 10 years of experience evaluati

ng and designing women's fashion. Offer ability to capture new market segments b
y skillfully pushing design lines. Accomplished and energetic leader with passio
n for finding absolute finest fabrics and prints. Known as reliable mentor and l
eader who continuously contributes to professional growth of many associates and
peers. Command significant experience overseeing complete project from concepti
on and production to consumer sales. Areas of excellence include:
Clothing Design * Fabric Purchasing * Garment Fit & Construction * Color Directi
on, Analysis, & Corrections * Merchandising * New Business Development * Market
Analysis * Quality Control/Assurance * Print Selection, Layout, & Approval

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Casuals Etcetera, Inc., Division of Carlisle * New York, New York, 2000 to Prese
nt
Design studio and manufacturer of women's high-end clothing wardrobe, specializi
ng in business, casual day and cocktail attire. Launched line as the initial des
igner. Sold through direct sales channels with current annual sales exceeding $9
0M.
Designer: Conceptualize style, content, and color for following season, developi
ng custom prints, woven fabrics, yarns, and trims. Direct team of woven, sweater
, and technical designers as well as patternmakers, seamstresses, cutters, fabri
c buyers, and assistants. Manage annual sample budget of $200K, including oversi
ght of store bought samples, original artwork, and fabric sampling. Provide fina
l approval for all woven and print designs. Interface with current season buyers
to merchandise current and proposed lines, adjusting designs quickly to meet ma
rket trends. Research current trends worldwide. Fit and correct garments from pr
ototype through pre-production. Showcase current collections in regional preview
s and promote design studio through general design process and current trends pr
esentations.
*Increased annual sales 10% by instituting washed garment programs for denim and
casual categories.
*Expanded customer base and developed new division and line of clothing, launchi
ng clothes from concept to implementation and expertly capturing fresh market se
gment.
*Exceeded corporate growth projections by adjusting product line to age- and tre
nd-appropriate designs, following full evaluation of sales demographics.

Harold's Stores, Inc. * New York, New York 1999 to 2000

Collection of over 50 stores nationwide, serving southern customer niche market
and offering quality casual, denim, and office attire.
Woven Women's Designer: Designed monthly store merchandise, including suits, dre
sses, denim, outerwear, and casual prints. Directed and developed all aspects of
women's sportswear categories. Selected and purchased original prints from prin
t studio in New York City and Europe. Engaged in monthly merchandise and product
development meetings, presenting results to corporate buyers.
*Distinguished company from its many competitors through keen identification of
national and international fashion trends and skillful enhancement of upcoming a
nd outgoing styles.
*Visited Prato, Italy to work directly with fabric mills, as designer. Traveled
every 6 to 8 weeks to ensure fresh ideas through fabric choice and design.
Burberry London * New York, New York 1995 to 2000
Licensed division of Burberry owned by Sanyo, focusing on U.S. bridge market. So
ld nationally in high-end department stores and free-standing stores, offering E
nglish-inspired traditional sportswear.
Designer: Designed new lines under direction of Design Director and within corpo
rate guidelines. Oversaw 11 direct reports, including pattern makers, seamstress
es, design assistant, and cutter. Controlled sample room and associated fabric b
udget. Organized showroom for buyer visits, expertly applying knowledge of fabri
c, flow, and feel to increase sales. Traveled to fabric trade shows globally, se
lecting sources and fabrics for upcoming seasonal designs.
Career Note: Additional positions included Associate Designer at Nippon Studio i
n New York, New York, Freelance Designer/Illustrator in San Francisco, Californi
a, and Designer's Assistant at Empire Line, Ltd. in Sydney, Australia.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design, Kingston School of Fashion. London, United K
ingdom
Portfolio available upon request.