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Grace Carlson

Fairfax,Virginia

Summary

As a Northern Virginia native growing up right outside Washington, D.C. I originally planned to pursue a political career. Amidst my studies, I quickly realized it was not the path for me. I started spending my weekends helping a family friend who owned a local bridal boutique and almost instantly fell in love with the world of bridal. My love for creative design has flourished into editorial and ecommerce styling, allowing me to travel to New York and California for countless photoshoots featured in multiple publications. I am now in year 9 of my bridal career and my attention to detail gives me a special set of eyes when it comes to ensuring the final details are exactly what my client is requesting for their special day.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Luxury Stylist

NWLA Bridal
Santa Monica, California
03.2024 - Current
  • Curate custom looks for high-level private clientele based on their individual style, body type, and personality.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of fabrics, colors, textures, cuts, silhouettes.
  • Ensured accuracy of measurements taken from customers for clothing alterations.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • Analyzed sales data to inform future purchasing decisions for the business.
  • Coordinated photoshoots to showcase the latest fashion trends.

Luxury Alterations Coordinator/Stylist

Carines Bridal Atelier
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Provide white-glove service for clients who placed high-value, complex purchase orders with fashion houses; Oscar de la Renta, Monique Lhuillier, Mira Zwillinger, Carolina Herrera, Vera Wang, Ellie Saab, and other renowned designers.
  • Work beside master tailors to oversee fittings and ensure that all garments were altered correctly, according to client specifications.
  • Assigned clients to tailors according to their skill sets and abilities.
  • Consulted with designers on custom alteration requests to determine feasibility and cost estimates.
  • Ordered materials as necessary to complete alterations in a timely manner.
  • Provided advice to customers on fabric selection and style options based on individual needs.
  • Resolved client concerns related to alteration services in an efficient manner.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for alteration services.
  • Maintained inventory levels of supplies needed for alteration services.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as sales or marketing when necessary.

Remote Stylist

Stitch Fix
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • Curate ready-to-wear outfits using the combination of personal touch and technology.
  • Review client purchase history, style preferences, detailed sizing, feedback, mood boards, etc., to best choose the right items from available inventory.
  • Advised clients on how to style their outfits by pairing items and accessorizing
  • Advised clients on proper care techniques for garments
  • Attend virtual team and leadership meetings to review new trends, trainings, and company expectations.
  • Partner with CX team to resolve client issues.

Wardrobe Stylist Editorial/E-commerce

04.2018 - 04.2023
  • Curate, purchase, prep, return outfits for model/clients before, during, and after photoshoot
  • Work beside photographers to ensure model is positioned in garments according to photo needs, readjusting garments during session to ensure a perfectly tailored look

Manager/Buyer

The Bridal Room
04.2019 - 10.2021
  • Leading sales consultant
  • Oversee major operations on sales floor and alterations department
  • Market buying-Utilized knowledge of sales floor and alteration experience to predict future trends and avoid bridal garment mishaps
  • Analyzed sales history to purchase new pieces in order to generate new and ongoing revenue
  • Daily communication with designers, vendors, production teams to maintain bride's orders and a trusting retailer-supplier relationship
  • Weekly trained, evaluated, and partnered with the sales team to review progress on individual sales goals and closing ratios
  • Annual review with store owner- profit and loss margins to constantly create and innovate new ways to create new sales goals

Manager/Buyer

Ellie's Bridal Boutique
12.2017 - 04.2019
  • Oversee major operations on sales floor and alterations department
  • Order, confirm, receive, and inspect all bridal gown orders and new inventory
  • Travel on behalf of owner to meet with designers and purchase merchandise
  • Communicate daily with brides on orders and concerns
  • Communicate daily with designer's production teams
  • Manage bridal appointments and alteration schedule
  • Manage payroll for all employees
  • Schedule and handle owner's personal appointments and travel expenses
  • Trunk show booking, promoting, and participation
  • Develop skill level and talent in consultant team
  • Educate consultant team in fashion retail and profit generating techniques
  • Use in-depth knowledge of products and policies to maintain good relations with partnering designers

Front Desk Associate

Hilton Garden Inn
02.2016 - 08.2016
  • Daily review with team and hotel manager on arrival/departures and VIP bookings
  • Register and verify guest reservations
  • Address guests questions/complaints
  • Maintain communication for duration of shift between main house, maintenance, and housekeeping
  • Protect a high-quality image of the hotel property by providing outstanding service throughout guests' stay

Caregiver

Public Partnership
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Full-time care for two year old boy with Down Syndrome
  • Assist child with carrying out activities in his every day routine, such as speech and motor development
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Constantly monitored child's health due to compromised immune system

Afternoon teacher

Apple Tree Montessori
07.2012 - 08.2014
  • Maintain a constant enriching flow of educational activities for kids ages 3-6
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
  • Communicate daily with parents to evaluate and discuss children's behavior

Shift Leader

Palm Beach
04.2011 - 09.2013
  • Opening and closing Shift leader
  • Educate clients in safe tanning and product knowledge
  • Communication with customers at a high customer service level
  • Assist manager in daily duties of overall maintenance of a clean and effectively run tanning salon

Education

in Politics and Policy -

Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia
09.2016

Skills

  • Creative problem solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Creative Thinking
  • Trend Analysis

Volunteer Experience

  • Equestrian Therapeutic Riding program, 07/01/23, 01/01/24, Sidewalk with clients who are disabled or retired Veterans for the purpose of improving concentration, attention span, memory, communication, decision making, sequencing, patience, and insight development., Feed, muck, groom rescue or retired show horses
  • Tierra Negra, Mexico, 07/01/13, 07/01/13, Worked alongside local teachers to help teach English
  • Beijing, China Orphanage, 08/01/11, 08/01/11, Spent 10 days living in an orphanage amongst children ages 0-7, Taught english, played, provided care for mostly disabled and abandoned females

Timeline

Luxury Stylist

NWLA Bridal
03.2024 - Current

Luxury Alterations Coordinator/Stylist

Carines Bridal Atelier
08.2022 - 01.2024

Remote Stylist

Stitch Fix
04.2022 - 12.2023

Manager/Buyer

The Bridal Room
04.2019 - 10.2021

Wardrobe Stylist Editorial/E-commerce

04.2018 - 04.2023

Manager/Buyer

Ellie's Bridal Boutique
12.2017 - 04.2019

Front Desk Associate

Hilton Garden Inn
02.2016 - 08.2016

Caregiver

Public Partnership
08.2014 - 06.2015

Afternoon teacher

Apple Tree Montessori
07.2012 - 08.2014

Shift Leader

Palm Beach
04.2011 - 09.2013

in Politics and Policy -

Liberty University
Grace Carlson