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I am an apparel designer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in fashion design, a minor in marketing and fashion merchandising, and 15 years experience designing private and branded labels for nearly all major retailers and department stores. 

My experience and education has given me a comprehensive understanding of all stages and aspects of the apparel design process - from conception and product development - through manufacturing and on-time delivery. Over the past decade, I have focused on designing, coordinating, and approving all phases of trend development, color palates, and pattern selection, as well as providing direct interaction with vendors and manufacturers to meet strict deadlines.

After gaining this valuable experience, I recently launched my own apparel design advisory business, currently focusing on providing advisory services to a broad range of apparel-oriented business. I am able to provide valuable guidance to my clients on all phases of apparel design, trend development, color palates, and pattern selection, as well as offer direct interaction with vendors and manufacturers to help build and deliver a valuable final product.

Brand Experience:

NORDSTROM	
Nordstrom, John W. Nordstrom, Calibrate, 1901, Nordstrom Rack, Nordstrom Boys, C2, Calibrate, Wallin & Bros.

PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL
Cubavera, Cubavera ASI, Havana Shirt Company

DILLARD’S
Cremieux Dress, Daniel Cremieux, Murano, Roundtree & Yorke

LORD & TAYLOR
Black & Brown

OTHER RETAILERS
Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers

After spending 15 combined years at two international apparel companies, I have recently launched an independent apparel advisory business. I am currently providing detailed consulting services to a broad range of apparel oriented business and start-up ventures. 

DRZ Design provides hands-on guidance with all phases of apparel design, trend development, color palates, sourcing, and pattern selection. It also provide direct interaction with clients' vendors and manufacturers to ensure deadlines are met and the final product is refined and fashion forward. DRZ Design also assists start-up companies and entrepreneurs take their vision for new innovative and unique apparel products from simply an idea to a marketable product.

Company Profile:
  
The Apparel Group (TAG) designs branded and private label collections for some of the largest apparel companies in the United States.  It is responsible for more than $1.10 billion in annual retail sales as a member of Hong Kong-based TAL Group, the world’s largest dress shirt manufacturer (1 out of every 6 men’s dress shirts sold in the U.S. are made by TAL). TAG offers its customers both scale and flexibility while embracing modern design and technical innovations.

Job Description:
  
•   Manage a team of apparel & CAD designers; train and supervise junior associates and interns.
•   Forecast on-trend styles illustrating the latest fashion trends, fabrics, and techniques
•   Interact with overseas mills and factories to ensure an efficient product development cycle
•   Manage process of men’s sportswear & dress shirt design (conception, sourcing, samples & pricing)
•   Travel to European & Asian markets for seasonal trend research and vendor review 
•  Develop action calendars to ensure strict deadlines are met with on-time delivery to retailers.
•  Apply knowledge of fabric constructions, finishes, & garment washes to ensure a premium product.
•  Develop original presentation boards and samples using on trend colors and silhouettes.
•  Travel regularly to give presentations to client design teams & buyers, and resolve any issues.

Senior Designer (Private Label Men's Sportswear)

Company profile:
  
Perry Ellis is a leading international marketer of apparel, offering a diverse portfolio of brands through multiple distribution channels and is a leading designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men’s and women’s apparel, accessories and fragrances, as well as select children's apparel.

Job Description:

     •	Developed a branded label product with revenue of $23 million at Federated Department Stores 
     •	Approved lab dips, knitdowns, handlooms, and trims and address issues from mills and factories
     •	Created plaids, prints, dobbies, and sweater patterns using seasonal color palettes
     •	Developed sketches, woven and knit colorways, and catalogs in various CAD solutions
     •	Supervised product coordinators to guarantee design packages are accurate and complete
     •	Created seasonal lines including wovens, sweaters, knits, outerwear, suit separates, causal bottoms
     •	Strengthened and broadened brands’ assortment to appeal to a wider audience
     •	Reviewed specifications and interfaced with technical design team
     •	Provided inspiration to develop a common brand aesthetic for women, boys, swimwear, & hats licensees

Notable Awards & Achievements:

•   Perry Ellis Outstanding Designer of the Year Award (2006)  
•   Designed clothing featured in various television shows and movies including Miami Vice (Collin Farrell), Diners Drive-Ins & Dives (Guy Fieri), Dexter Series (David Zayas), Mr. & Mrs. Smith (Brad Pitt)
•   Designed all staff uniforms the Super Bowl XLI in Miami (2007)

Designer (Branded Label Men's Sportswear)

I was employed as Assistant Designer (Men's Sportswear) at The Apparel Group (TAG) from 2002-2004.  I left TAG to move to Miami, Florida in 2004 and returned to Dallas in 2007, rejoining The Apparel Group in 2007 where I am currently employed.

Assistant Designer

Company Profile: CL Lacy manufactures women's active sportswear, shirts, skirts, outerwear clothing, trousers, blouses, sweaters, coats and jackets.

Assistant Designer / Production Assistant (Women's Sportswear)

Assistant Designer (Women's Sportswear)

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Dessires Zarin: Founder + Designer in Dallas, TX

Dessires Zarin

University of North Texas