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Internal Collection Development for Mango and Brownie

• Developed internal collections that fed into the design processes for clients such as MANGO and Brownie.
• Selected materials, accessories, prints, and embroidery to ensure alignment with client needs and brand identity.

Approval Process & Fittings

• Managed the approval process for all components of the collections, including raw materials, accessories, prints, and embroidery.
• Participated in fitting sessions, making necessary adjustments to ensure the garments met design and fit standards.
• These internal collections were also shared with other company offices to be presented to additional brands as potential design proposals.

Collaboration Across Offices

• These internal collections were also shared with other company offices to be presented to additional brands as potential design proposals.

Market Analysis & Brand Development

• Conducted market analysis tailored to fit the brand’s lifestyle, consumer profiles, and product categories.
• Created mood boards to inspire the development of the brand’s womenswear collection.
• Researched and selected new qualities and fabrics to introduce into the collection.

Collection Development & Collaboration

• Collaboratively developed the collection across various categories, including circular knit, knit, woven, denim, outerwear, and beachwear.
• Worked closely with the design team to create both all-over prints (AOP) and placement prints for the collection.

Technical & Supplier Management

• Developed detailed technical files to ensure the first prototype was as accurate as possible.
• Selected suppliers in collaboration with the product manager, ensuring each style was developed with the most suitable supplier. Worked with suppliers from India, China, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Myanmar.

Sample Monitoring & Quality Control

• Monitored samples by maintaining direct communication with suppliers, collaborating to resolve any issues that arose during the production process.
• Approved all components for each garment, including raw materials, accessories, colors, and prints.

Fittings & Product Refinement

• Led fitting sessions for the entire collection alongside the pattern maker, making necessary alterations to achieve the best possible fit and finish for the garments.

Team Collaboration & Strategy

• Held regular meetings with product managers and the director to exchange ideas on improving day-to-day operations and increasing overall results.

Womenswear Design (Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, and UK markets)

• Developed collections for brands: Parfois, ZARA, Purificación García, Bimba y Lola, Maison 123, Caroll, Printemps, Promod, Benetton, and Great Plains.
• Worked with the UK market for menswear collections (brands: Topman, New Look, Burton and Debenhams).
• Focused on circular knitwear production, with all manufacturing based in Portugal.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managed communication with clients and maintained close relationships to understand their needs.
• Coordinated closely with the factory to ensure the production process was smooth and efficient.
• Led fittings and handled all stages of product approvals, ensuring all designs met the required standards.
• Responsible for selecting raw materials, trims, accessories, and wash processes to achieve desired product qualities.

Responsibilities:

• Developed fashion and graphic design concepts for women's golf wear.
• Worked on creating seasonal collections, ensuring the designs were in line with the brand’s aesthetic and target audience.
• Selected materials, colors, and prints that complemented the brand’s style and performance requirements.
• Collaborated with the product development team to ensure seamless execution of designs.
• Ensured all designs were both functional and fashionable, meeting the demands of the golf market.

Responsibilities:

• Developed fashion designs for a menswear brand, with a strong focus on circular knit garments.
• Created seasonal collections aligned with brand identity and market trends.
• Selected materials, finishes, and colour palettes suitable for each collection and price point.
• Collaborated closely with the production and technical teams to ensure feasibility and quality of the designs.
• Participated in fittings and adjustments to refine silhouettes and construction details.