MY ROLE

Design Director of Sweaters 

TIME FRAME

2008 - 2013

  • Established the brand’s unique DNA from its inception, focusing on utilitarian, sport-inspired aesthetics with luxury elements

  • Collaborated directly with Reed on blending masculine and feminine details, incorporating fur, leather and intricate ribbed stitch details

  • Traveled to Italy to visit Pitti Filati for yarn sourcing and to work hands-on with the factories on yarn selections, stitch techniques, and printing processes

  • Developed a mid-priced luxury sweater line produced in China, strategically filling a gap in the market for high-quality yet accessible luxury items

  • Engaged local artisans to create hand-knit sweaters exclusively for the runway, showing craftsmanship and individuality

  • Led the development of all tech packs and managed all fittings from proto to SMS through production

RESPONSIBILITIES