I'm an apparel designer passionate about product development and womenswear that balances thoughtful design with commercial appeal. My work spans both ready to wear and contemporary occasionwear, exploring how the modern woman moves seamlessly from work to self-expression through color, texture, and distinctive silhouettes.
While earning my degree in Apparel Design, I designed and developed a five-piece businesswear collection from concept through production for women with wide hip to waist ratios, strengthening my skills in research, pattern development, fittings, garment construction, and product refinement. My capstone collection expanded on that foundation through contemporary eveningwear, exploring bold color, sculptural silhouettes, and the evolving wardrobe of today's professional woman. I also assisted with costume development for Dreamgirls at The Oakland School for the Arts, contributing to pattern adjustments, sample sewing, and fittings.
Most recently, as a Design Assistant at Verriere & Sako, I supported the development of the SS 2027 Paris Fashion Week collection, working on pattern adjustments, sample construction, markers, fittings, and design refinement. Working at Moncler further strengthened my appreciation for luxury craftsmanship, quality, and the details that shape exceptional product.
I'm excited to continue growing in product development and contribute to a team that values thoughtful design, collaboration, and creating products that people love to wear.
EXPERIENCE
Verriere & Sako / Gobez / Oakland School for the Arts / Moncler / Google
EDUCATION
2026 | A.A Apparel Design & Merchandising, College of Alameda (highest honors)
2025 | CLO3D Fundamentals Course, Parsons, The New School
2016 | B.A Communications, University of Minnesota Twin Cities
CONCEPT TO COLLECTION
Gobez // Five businesswear essentials intentionally designed for wide hip to waist ratios.
DESIGN INSPIRATION
Past Meets Present // Inspired by the functional businesswear worn by women in 1950s industrial workplaces, this collection reimagines utility-driven design through contemporary silhouettes, refined tailoring, and thoughtful details for today's professional woman.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
Sketches, fit issues, iterations, illustrations
FINAL COLLECTION
Two Tops // Relaxed Traditional Blazer & Long Industrial Shirt
Three Bottoms // Midi Skirt, Maxi Skirt, Mini Skirt
RELAXED TRADITIONAL BLAZER
Features // Three pockets (one inside, two outside with zipper closure). Two clasps on inside of blazer for closure. Soft shoulder-pads for a structured yet relaxed professional look.
LONG INDUSTRIAL SHIRT
Features // Two deep pockets for storage with zipper closures. Extended length for extra coverage. Three buttons for closure.
MIDI SKIRT
Features // Hidden elastic waistband. Smooth front with minimal fullness at the waist. A-line skirt with gentle flare beginning at the hip.
MAXI SKIRT
Features // Hidden elastic waistband. Smooth front with minimal fullness at the waist. A-line skirt with gentle flare beginning at the hip.
MINI SKIRT
Features // Hidden elastic waistband. Smooth front with minimal fullness at the waist. A-line skirt with gentle flare beginning at the hip.
LASTING IMPRESSIONS
Senior Capstone Collection // SS26