Gloria Escoboza
Coconut Creek,US
Summary
Versatile Tailor with 35 years of experience in design, fitting and alterations. Master at creating and adjusting wedding dresses to business suits while offering creative eye for detail and deep knowledge of fashion. Enthusiastic about helping clients feel confident by delivering properly fitted clothing and expert consultation to assess needs and develop flattering styles.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Bridal Alterations Specialist
Amazing Brides Couture
09.2018 - 09.2024
- Supported bridal department with expert gown alterations, ensuring brides'' satisfaction on their special day.
- Assisted clients with fitting appointments, ensuring accurate measurements and garment adjustments.
- Contributed to increased store revenue through upselling additional alteration services when appropriate.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing expert alterations and tailoring services for various garments.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire process – from initial consultation to finished product – ensuring a seamless and positive experience.
- Stayed up-to-date on current fashion trends, applying knowledge to create stylish garment modifications tailored to client preferences.
- Increased efficiency by implementing streamlined processes for organizing incoming alteration requests.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Applied and replaced decorative sequins, beading and ribbons to enhance and repair garments.
- Met with clients to discuss design ideas, take precise measurements and determine satisfaction with finished pieces.
- Repaired garments and corrected construction mistakes.
- Managed customer expectations with open consultations and frequent communication.
- Read pins from previous fittings and other professionals to complete changes.
Tailor
Jonathan Reed Corp.
03.1997 - 12.2023
- Altered patterns to fit client requirements.
- Repaired garments and corrected construction mistakes.
- Let out and took in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
- Consulted with clients regarding specific needs for special events such as weddings or formal occasions, resulting in perfectly tailored outfits that exceeded expectations.
- Took up and let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts.
- Fostered collaborative environment, sharing advanced sewing techniques with colleagues.
- Developed loyal client base through personalized service and expert advice on garment care.
- Streamlined fitting and alteration process, reducing turnaround time for customers.
- Promoted a positive working environment by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues and fostering a collaborative atmosphere among the team members.
- Elevated store's reputation by crafting custom-tailored suits that exceeded client expectations.
- Conducted final fittings before special events.
- Fitted and studied basted garments on customers and marked areas requiring alterations.
- Read pins from previous fittings and other professionals to complete changes.
- Ensured customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail in repairs and modifications.
- Provided high-quality alteration and repairs for clothing and drapery.
- Measured parts such as sleeves or pant legs and marked or pin-folded alteration lines.
Tailor
Felix the Tailor
02.1992 - 02.1996
- Altered patterns to fit client requirements.
- Repaired garments and corrected construction mistakes.
- Let out and took in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
- Consulted with clients regarding specific needs for special events such as weddings or formal occasions, resulting in perfectly tailored outfits that exceeded expectations.
- Took up and let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts.
- Collaborated with designers to create custom garments, ensuring a perfect fit for clients.
- Fostered collaborative environment, sharing advanced sewing techniques with colleagues.
- Developed loyal client base through personalized service and expert advice on garment care.
- Streamlined fitting and alteration process, reducing turnaround time for customers.
- Custom-designed unique pieces to client specifications, enhancing boutique's portfolio.
- Promoted a positive working environment by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues and fostering a collaborative atmosphere among the team members.
- Completed fittings with models and customers and pinned garments for planned alterations.
Education
Fashion designer - Fashion
Mercy Jaquez Institute
Santo Domingo, DR09.1987
Skills
- Fashion design
- Materials knowledge
- Seam finishing
- Superb attention to detail
- Fittings
- Sewing
- Tailoring and accessorizing
- Quality control
- Excellent time management
- Passion for design
- Hand Stitching
- Fitting adjustments
- Clothing Repair
- Custom tailoring
- Alterations expertise
Timeline
Bridal Alterations Specialist
Amazing Brides Couture
09.2018 - 09.2024
Tailor
Jonathan Reed Corp.
03.1997 - 12.2023
Tailor
Felix the Tailor
02.1992 - 02.1996
Fashion designer - Fashion
Mercy Jaquez Institute
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