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RYLEE + CRU

Thoughtful details bring a collection to life. Through seasonal print recoloring, brand-right sweater patterns, apparel concepts, and curated buyer presentations, I helped translate the Rylee + Cru aesthetic into cohesive seasonal stories.

LAUNCHING THE BRAND

As Lead Product Designer, I helped launch B the Label by translating founder Becca Kufrin's personal aesthetic into a cohesive brand identity. Through concept development, trend research, seasonal line planning, and product design, I developed the inaugural essentials collection, establishing a foundation of elevated lounge and sleepwear rooted in comfort, versatility, and modern femininity.

GROWING THE BRAND

As Lead Product Designer, I helped grow B the Label beyond its inaugural launch by expanding the brand into multiple seasonal collections. Through trend research, color direction, print development, line planning, and technical product design, I created coordinated lounge and sleepwear collections that strengthened the brand identity while introducing new silhouettes, categories, and seasonal updates.

SPRING 2020 CONCEPTS

Spring 2020 concepts developed as part of ongoing assortment planning for future B the Label collections. Beginning with category-specific trend research and mood direction, these concepts evolved into coordinated assortments, print development, and production-ready technical packages created prior to the brand's pause in development.

TORRID OUTERWEAR

As a Freelance Apparel Designer for Torrid, I developed production-ready CADs and technical illustrations for outerwear, translating design concepts into accurate technical flats for product development.

JUICY COUTURE REIMAGINED

Inspired by luxury runway fashion and contemporary street style, this collection reimagines Juicy Couture with elevated detailing, bold graphics, and a confident new attitude.

NORDSTROM

Tommy Hilfiger X Nordstrom

Designed and developed an exclusive Tommy Hilfiger capsule collection from concept through retail launch.

URBAN OUTFITTERS

A Tommy Hilfiger capsule created exclusively for Urban Outfitters, inspired by the resurgence of the brand's iconic 1990s aesthetic. Reimagining signature color-blocking, varsity graphics, and athletic silhouettes, the collection brought Tommy's heritage to a new generation.

RETRO AMERICANA

A Tommy Hilfiger Retro Americana capsule balancing the brand's signature DNA with modern silhouettes, bold color-blocking, heritage-inspired prints, and trend-right styling.

NAUTICAL REMIX

A Tommy Hilfiger capsule reimagining nautical sportswear through graffiti-inspired graphics, refined raw-edge finishes, signature branded elastic trims, and relaxed loungewear silhouettes.

WEST COAST GETAWAY

A Tommy Hilfiger capsule inspired by the laid-back spirit of the West Coast, combining watercolor florals, sun-washed stripes, effortless silhouettes, and beach-ready separates designed to mix and match.

VARSITY WEEKEND

A Tommy Hilfiger capsule inspired by classic collegiate style, combining varsity graphics, heritage plaids, baseball-inspired details, and relaxed loungewear silhouettes for effortless weekend dressing.

COZY HOLIDAY

A Tommy Hilfiger holiday gifting capsule inspired by the warmth of the season, featuring signature Tommy plaids, soft washed flannels, coordinated gift sets, and cozy sleep silhouettes designed for effortless holiday comfort.

MARKET WEEK

A behind-the-scenes look at seasonal collection development—from concept boards to showroom presentation. This project captures the journey from line planning to finished samples prepared for Market Week.

VARSITY COLLECTION

Inspired by classic American varsity style, this collection explores collegiate graphics, athletic details, and coordinated separates through concept development, technical CADs, and product execution.

KENNETH COLE REACTION

My first independently designed collection. Guided by creative direction and inspired by contemporary fashion, this project marked the transition from Assistant Designer to Designer—laying the foundation for the work that led to my move to Tommy Hilfiger.

WWD

RYLEE + CRU

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LAUNCHING THE BRAND

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GROWING THE BRAND

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SPRING 2020 CONCEPTS

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TORRID OUTERWEAR

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JUICY COUTURE REIMAGINED

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NORDSTROM

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URBAN OUTFITTERS

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RETRO AMERICANA

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NAUTICAL REMIX

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WEST COAST GETAWAY

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VARSITY WEEKEND

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COZY HOLIDAY

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MARKET WEEK

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VARSITY COLLECTION

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KENNETH COLE REACTION

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WWD

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