A one-day workshop introducing hand sewing and embroidery techniques, highlighting the creative potential of hand sewing to manipulate textures and combine with draping for garment construction. The session was part of an upcycling project.

• Assisted customers in finding their perfect style by showcasing the different brands, emphasising their rich history and product quality.
• Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills, prioritising the needs of customers and ensuring they felt well taken care of throughout their shopping journey.

• Actively participated in the day-to-day operations of the Design Department, including designing and constructing collections, meeting with suppliers, and presenting collections internally.

Independently handled the following tasks:

• Demonstrated a strong sense and natural talent in hand drawing through sketching designs, adapting given inspiration, and elevating them within the category.
• Created technical drawings using Adobe Illustrator.
• Conducted visual research for collections, as well as market and trend research.
• Developed artwork for prints.
• Updated digital and physical overviews of collections, ensuring a streamlined workflow.
• Maintained studio order highlighting strong organisational skills.

Freelance Work

• Designer at Carcel Clothing during its early stages as a startup, actively involved in shaping the brand's core values.

• Collaborated closely with Head Designer Louise van Hauen to develop the initial styles for the brand's debut collections of luxurious 100% baby-alpaca knitwear.

• Played a key role in the successful launch of Carcel Clothing, helping to establish its reputation in the fashion industry.