Ava Chen

Evening Gown & Bridal Wear Designer
New York, US.

About

Highly creative and detail-oriented Evening Gown and Bridal Wear Designer with 5+ years of experience in conceptualizing, developing, and executing exquisite designs. Proven ability to translate client visions into breathtaking garments, manage collection development from sketch to production, and maintain high standards of craftsmanship. Seeking to leverage expertise in luxury fabrics, intricate embellishments, and trend forecasting to contribute to an innovative design team.

Work

Ethereal Bridal Couture
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Senior Bridal & Evening Wear Designer

Summary

Led the design and development of exquisite bridal and evening wear collections, driving innovation and maintaining brand aesthetic while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Highlights

Spearheaded the design and successful launch of 6 seasonal bridal and evening wear collections, consistently achieving an average of 15% year-over-year sales growth for new lines.

Managed end-to-end design process from concept sketching and fabric sourcing to technical flats and final fittings, ensuring a 98% client satisfaction rate for custom couture pieces.

Collaborated with pattern makers and sample room teams to optimize garment construction, reducing sample development time by 10% while maintaining intricate design integrity.

Researched and integrated emerging fashion trends, luxury fabrics, and embellishment techniques, enhancing brand reputation for innovative and high-quality designs.

Luxe Atelier Designs
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Assistant Designer, Bridal & Special Occasion

Summary

Supported senior designers in the creation and execution of bridal and special occasion garments, contributing to design development and production efficiency.

Highlights

Assisted in the design and development of 8 successful bridal and special occasion collections, contributing to a 5% increase in seasonal sales.

Prepared detailed technical packages and specifications for production, reducing sample revision cycles by 15% through clear communication.

Conducted extensive fabric and trim research, identifying new suppliers that improved material quality by 20% while adhering to budget constraints.

Managed client consultations and fittings for custom orders, ensuring accurate measurements and design modifications for over 50 individual clients.

Education

Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Fashion Design

Grade: 3.8/4.0

Courses

Couture Techniques

Draping and Patternmaking

Textile Science

Collection Development

Fashion Illustration

Awards

Emerging Designer Award

Awarded By

FIT Annual Design Showcase

Awarded for exceptional creativity and technical skill demonstrated in the final thesis collection, recognized for innovative use of sustainable materials.

Languages

English
Mandarin Chinese

Certificates

Advanced Digital Pattern Making

Issued By

Shima Seiki USA

Skills

Design & Development

Fashion Design, Bridal Wear, Evening Wear, Couture, Collection Development, Sketching, Technical Flats, Concept Development, Trend Forecasting, Color Theory.

Technical Skills

Pattern Making, Draping, Garment Construction, Textile Selection, Fabric Sourcing, Embellishment, Fittings, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, CAD, CLO 3D, Lectra.

Project Management

Product Development, Quality Control, Vendor Management, Budget Management, Timeline Management, Team Collaboration.

Client & Communication

Client Consultation, Customer Service, Presentation Skills, Cross-functional Collaboration, Problem-solving.

Interests

Fashion

Haute Couture, Textile Innovation, Sustainable Fashion, Fashion History.

Arts & Crafts

Embroidery, Illustration, Sculpture.

Projects

Sustainable Bridal Capsule Collection

Summary

Designed and developed a 5-piece bridal capsule collection using only upcycled and ethically sourced materials, aiming to promote sustainability in luxury fashion.