Phillip C. Fry
New York
Summary
Enthusiastic Intimate Apparel Professional highly effective at translating vision into reality. Knowledgeable about fit, fabrication, construction techniques, trend and calendar timeline management. Decisive and collaborative design leader with exceptional creativity, technical knowledge and ability to inspire and lead.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Women's Design (Consultant)
Tommy John
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Oversaw all design of Tommy John Women's intimates, sleepwear, and loungewear.
- Set up exit strategy for current bra inventory and set up future test bra pipeline strategy.
- Lead and coached team of Associate and Assistant Designers.
- Improved women's design process with strategic planning, resource allocation, and calendar management.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes.
Senior Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Head of women’s logo, fashion, lounge and sleepwear categories
- Grew women’s intimates business from 30%/70% to 50%/50% of total women's/men's underwear business
- Collaborated with cross functional teams to guarantee perfection in fit, aesthetic and quality
- Work closely with fabric and trim vendors to develop new brand right fabrics and trims
- Travel on research and development trips twice yearly to work with overseas teams, factories and vendors to discover and work on the latest in newness, innovation and technology
- Shop competitive markets in North America, Europe and Asia to research new ideas and emerging trends
- Partner with Global Merchandising, Regional Merchandising and Global Supply Teams to ensure garment costs achieve financial targets
- Responsible for managing a team of designers to create and expand seasonal and core plus products for regional and global needs
- Led women's design collaborations with Calvin Klein x Kith and Urban Outfitters exclusive products.
Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
06.2016 - 06.2018
Associate Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
01.2014 - 06.2016
Assistant Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
07.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Designer
Saramax Apparel Group
03.2012 - 07.2012
Design Intern
Calvin Klein Underwear
05.2010 - 08.2010
Education
Bachelor’s of Art - Fashion Design & Merchandising
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio12.2011
Skills
- Bra expertise in construction, fit, and functionality
- Adobe Suite Photoshop and Illustrator
- PLM and Centric
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- New Concept Development
Timeline
Director of Women's Design (Consultant)
Tommy John
09.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
06.2018 - 07.2023
Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
06.2016 - 06.2018
Associate Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
01.2014 - 06.2016
Assistant Designer
Calvin Klein Underwear
07.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Designer
Saramax Apparel Group
03.2012 - 07.2012
Design Intern
Calvin Klein Underwear
05.2010 - 08.2010
Bachelor’s of Art - Fashion Design & Merchandising
Kent State University
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