DESIGN: Create artwork and linesheets based on competition shopping, client input, and trends.
TECHPACKS: Add colorways to techpacks to avoid confusion with vendors since styles are very artwork-heavy and color breakdown can be confusing.
TECHPACKS & COSTING - Women's RTW
I created this design based off a previous season style that needed an update. Inspired by the sunstone that is abundant in the Pacific Northwest, I designed embroidery detailing to mimic the geometric crystal patterns often found in gems.
COSTING WITH VENDORS: Techpacks must be sent out to vendors with all the necessary information to receive an accurate cost, including: target cost, correct duty classification, quantity, delivery, size range, graded specs. I also added colorways to the techpack for better communication during negotiation.
TECHNICAL DESIGN & FIT - Kid Girl RTW
As the Senior Technical Designer for this brand, I led FIT SESSIONS and communicated all issues, comments, and pattern changes to the vendor. BOM and CONSTRUCTION were checked on every sample and updated as needed.
I created GRADED SPECS for all styles based off design intent, ASTM standards, historical fits for the brand, and standard measurements found throughout the market.
I established FIT STANDARDS for the new brand launch, making updates as needed so our brand was more aligned with the current market. I also made sure to keep our historical fits/grades in mind so that we didn't alienate customers.
FROM DESIGN TO PRODUCTION - Techpacks, Prints, Color
WOMEN'S PERFORMANCE GOLF
DESIGN: I designed this collection for two separate deliveries that were distinct and yet also complemented each other. Each delivery was created with it's own COLOR PALETTE, THEME and PRINT artwork. Techpacks were created with print artwork, trims, BOM to make first proto samples. Merchandise boards were colored and presented to the buyers along with proto samples for final ordering.
PRINTS AND COLOR CONTROL: I utilized a combination of all-over repeats and engineered placement prints to give visual interest and allow items to merchandise back to others without being too similar. The PAISLEY ALLOVER PRINT at the yoke on the Short Sleeve Mock Neck matches to the ENGINEERED PAISLEY PRINT skort. I managed all strike-off and lab dip approvals closely to ensure that the prints matched each other and other solid fabrics.
PRINT MARKERS: I created print markers for the PAISLEY PRINT skort so we could maximize fabric usage and keep within the buyer's budget.
