Marly Kluge

Created styles from concept to completion. Designed all woven tops and dresses for Stitch Fix private label: Pink Clover. Created and recolored textile and knitwear designs. Assembled CADs and detailed tech packs. Communicated with factories overseas to source materials and develop samples. Researched seasonal trends and target market. Conducted fittings. Partnered with production team to ensure product is correct and on time.

Handled design development for the label Chelsea & Violet. Assisted head designer with inspiration, concepts, and designing. Created original print and embroidery artwork. Conducted trend and market research. Rendered CADs, put together line sheets, tech packs, and manufacturing send outs. Communicated with international vendors regarding development and production. Coordinated sample making with pattern makers, cutters, and sewers. Attended fittings to provide input, take notes and communicate information. Partnered with production team to ensure product is correct and on time. Prepared presentation aids such as mood/fabric boards and CADs Corresponded with Hong Kong office to source fabrics, trims, and develop styles.

Consulted for a website that allows viewers to shop for wardrobe from television shows and movies. Researched and sought out styles that are exact/similar to those worn by characters. Uploaded data to website.

Managed quality control of manufactured goods. Assisted PR Department with samples. Aided with various office work: filing, organizing, etc.

Garment description writer for online marketplace of fashion merchandise. Renamed jpg files and folders, photoshopped shots of samples, then uploaded to website. Packed and unpacked samples recieved from vendors. Organized and labeled samples while coordinating with stylists.

Assisted designers in executing vision from concept to production. Worked with vendors to source sample fabric yardage and trims. Put goods up to cut and communicating with sample cutters & sewers to ensure quality garments. Coordinated with sales team; catered to the specific needs of various clients.

Assisted with the design process. Took specs of samples and created tech packs. Worked with clients to process their orders, manage shipping dates, collect credit card information, set up appointments for trade shows, and address any customer service related needs. Managed social media, brand’s website and web retail presence. Organized the office as well as samples and inventory. Fulfilled and packaging orders.