Dora Lee
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated & visionary Designer with commended experience in developing and overseeing the production of apparel in the women's contemporary and young contemporary markets. Looking to join an expanding team at a growing company, rooted in creative passion and integrity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR DESIGNER
STONY APPAREL CORP.
06.2020 - Current
- Partnered with Target's design team on creating innovative product for all categories in Junior market
- Worked with Merchandiser and VP of Design to create quarterly lines for Target's Wild Fable brand
- Studied the Gen Z guest for developing elevated, differentiated on-brand strategy
- Created bi monthly lines for Fred Meyer's Stitch and Pine line
- Worked directly with pattern makers and sewers on fits and execution
- Attended all fittings for production
SENIOR DESIGNER
TOPSON DOWNS | LOVE FIRE
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Designed monthly collections for Love, Fire Young Contemporary Line
- Worked with Art Department on Concept + Print direction for each delivery.
- Partnered with overseas factories on fabric research + development samples.
- Involved with all production fittings and approvals.
- Worked with CAD team to create collection Cads / Visual Line Plan
- Worked closely with Sales on exclusive developments for major accounts including Target, Kohls, Belk, Nordstrom
DESIGNER
C & C CALIFORNIA, PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Collaborate with Design Director to establish initial concept, color, and styling direction each season. - Work closely with Merchandising team to help balance apparel offering. - Travel to overseas factories for development and timely execution of prototypes - Maintain Competitive Market Research through bi-monthly shopping reports. - Meet all management deadlines from Design Conception to Production. - Regularly attend and advise fit comments. - Manage Assistant Designer.
Education
A. A. in Fashion Design -
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
01.2007
B. A. in History -
University of California, San Diego
01.2005
Skills
- Experienced in Designing Wovens, Cut Sew Knits, and Sweaters
- Hand Sketching
- Technical Flat Sketching
- Development to Production Fitting
- PDM PLM Knowledge
- Trend Analysis Market Research
- Quality Assurance
- Fabric Sourcing
Timeline
SENIOR DESIGNER
STONY APPAREL CORP.
06.2020 - Current
SENIOR DESIGNER
TOPSON DOWNS | LOVE FIRE
03.2016 - 03.2020
DESIGNER
C & C CALIFORNIA, PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL
04.2013 - 06.2015
A. A. in Fashion Design -
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
B. A. in History -
University of California, San Diego
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