Fawn Desiree: CHIEF DESIGN OFFICER | CREATIVE DIRECTOR | APPAREL | FASHION | in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, CA

Leads the design and development of apparel lines, including ready-to-wear, special occasion dresses, luxury lingerie, high-tech apparel, and athleisure. Manages trend forecasting, factory negotiations, costing, fabric sourcing, textile development, print and silkscreen, trim development, cross-functional calendar and budget. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional global teams to achieve common goals.

Multi-million + Manufacturer of branded, licensed & private label apparel for Women, Men, Jr's and Children. Specializing in Canadian and Global brands including Amazon. Created merchandising strategies aligning with multiple company identities and showcasing unique brand assortments. Designed CADs, textiles, packaging, trend forecasts, and line plans, leading to a 20% sales increase through innovative product lines and newly procured licenses. Pajar, Columbia, Realtree and many other brands.

K. Bell: 650 million + Manufacturer of branded, licensed and private label apparel for Women, Men, Junior’s and Children. Directed creative design and merchandising for key accounts including Costco, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters, Kohls, JC Penney and more. Expanded the team and boosted sales/market share by over 35% by acquiring new licenses and improving Design processes. Managed, hired and mentored design team of 20+. Published styles in Nylon, Marie Claire and many more.

Created design direction, CAD designs, textile prints, and graphics, ensuring high-quality and visually appealing products. Launched Women’s Contemporary line, successfully introducing trendsetting designs to the market and increasing sales by 30%.

Nzania: 550 million + Manufacturer of branded, and licensed apparel for Women, Men, Junior’s and Children. Designed labels for Warhol Factory X Levi’s, Damian Hirst X Levi’s, Levi Strauss, BB Dakota, Unified, Stage 28, Disney, Disney Parks, Dr. Seuss, Strawberry Shortcake, HR Pufnstuf, Costco and Private label. Accounts: Nordstrom, Barney’s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Ave, Fred Segal, Lord and Taylor, Lane Crawford, Beams, Macy’s, Costco, Sam’s Club, Hot Topic, Urban Outfitters, Boutiques and many more. Managed design projects for notable labels such as Warhol Factory X Levi’s, Damian Hirst X Levi’s, BB Dakota, and Disney. Developed CAD designs, trend forecasts, technical packages, and collaborated on high-profile publications. Published styles in Nylon, Vogue, Rolling Stone magazine and Warhol Factory X Levi’s coffee table book.

Designed comprehensive clothing, jewelry, belt, and accessory lines utilizing computer-aided illustrations, freehand illustrations, and technical sketches. Oversaw production and procurement of finished goods in Italy, focusing on silk and leather garments to maintain exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Collaborated closely with Italian suppliers and manufacturers to source premium materials and negotiate favorable terms. Ensured timely delivery and quality control of finished products, contributing to successful product launches and increased sales 100% on new product lines.