About
A highly accomplished fashion design professional with over 18 years of experience, including 18 years as Co-owner of Fine Line Studio, driving creative vision and business growth. Expert in leading the full design lifecycle from concept to production, cultivating strong client relationships, and implementing strategic business development. Seeking to leverage entrepreneurial acumen and deep industry knowledge in a senior design or creative leadership role within the fashion industry.
Work
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Co-led a dynamic fashion design studio, overseeing all creative operations, business development, and client engagement for diverse design projects and collections.
Highlights
Directed the complete design lifecycle for numerous fashion collections, from conceptualization and trend analysis to material sourcing and final production oversight, ensuring high-quality outputs.
Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships, consistently delivering bespoke design solutions that exceeded expectations and generated repeat business and referrals.
Managed studio operations, including project timelines, budget allocation, and vendor negotiations, ensuring efficient workflow and profitable project execution.
Spearheaded brand development and market positioning strategies, enhancing Fine Line Studio's reputation and visibility within the competitive fashion industry.
Mentored junior designers and production teams, fostering a collaborative environment that elevated design quality, fostered innovation, and improved team productivity.
Languages
English
French
Chinese (Basic)
Skills
Fashion Design & Development
Trend Analysis, Sketching, Pattern Making, Garment Construction, Textile Selection, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Draping, Styling, Collection Development, Production Oversight.
Business & Leadership
Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Client Relationship Management, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Vendor Management, Budget Management, Brand Development, Operations Management.
Creative Direction
Concept Development, Visual Storytelling, Aesthetics, Innovation, Problem-Solving.
Interests
Sports
Golf, Tennis, Diving.
Leisure
Travel.