Michael Vongphakdy
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic fashion designer with 15 years of comprehensive experience managing the full-cycle design process across Juniors, Kids, Dresses, and Sportswear. Expertise in trims, color, fabric selection, print repeats, lab dips, and strike-offs ensures the creation of visually appealing and functional designs that resonate with client needs. Recognized for a self-directed approach and exceptional multitasking abilities, consistently prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines in collaborative environments. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, TAPS, Excel, and PowerPoint, with a solid background in collection development and marketing research that drives successful project execution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Designer
K&K Clothing LLC
11.2018 - 01.2026
- Partnered with the Design Director to develop seasonal assortments for the Juniors and Kids divisions
- Managed end-to-end style development with overseas factories, supporting monthly market presentations
- Collaborated closely with Sales to develop samples, engineer costs, and execute buyer-driven styles with margin and speed in mind
Associate Designer
Crystal Lynn Clothing LLC
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Successfully deliver original design concepts using current trend analysis for monthly market
- Manage all design room operations to ensure daily productivity goals are met; consistently drive design team to exceed previous year's sales quotes
- Responsible for finalizing concept/story designs, tech packs, garment fittings, costing, and factory margin negotiations
Associate Designer
Ruby Rox / Misyd Corporation
05.2013 - 12.2014
- Coordinate designs with patternmakers, sewers, and cutters to ensure seamless garment execution
- Approve lab dips, strike-offs, trim and fabric quality inspections to efficiently produce category developments and line sheets for sales presentations
- Implemented new and improved fabric sourcing process, which resulted in increased profit margins
Associate Designer
Twenty-Six Collections / Silver Textiles
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Organized TOPs and photo samples for the e-commerce division to support product launches and online merchandising
- Responsible for maintaining sample fabric and trim inventory stock levels for design room, conduct fittings, create garment dupes, revise technical packages, and track styles from proto to final stages
- Communicate daily with overseas/domestic vendors and sales team to ensure accurate production
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design
The Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Los Angeles06-2012
Skills
Wireframing
Brand building
Garment construction
Sketching
Design strategy
Timeline
Associate Designer
K&K Clothing LLC
11.2018 - 01.2026
Associate Designer
Crystal Lynn Clothing LLC
01.2015 - 11.2018
Associate Designer
Ruby Rox / Misyd Corporation
05.2013 - 12.2014
Associate Designer
Twenty-Six Collections / Silver Textiles
06.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design
The Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising