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Julian Henao G.

Rionegro, Colombia

$25/hr
5.0
56 jobs

Hi! I'm Julian Henao, a fashion designer, graphic and creative director specializing in streetwear, sportswear, high-performance apparel, luxury brands, and tech pack specialist. ✔️ 5+ years of experience ✔️ 100+ brand collaborations ✔️ 5000+ production-ready products developed I create market-ready collections and products ( NOT GENERIC ) that combine trend research with a strong brand identity. I develop complete collections and individual designs, focusing on visually striking, production-ready pieces that balance creativity with business strategy. My experience encompasses collection development, market research, mood board creation, graphic design, product descriptions, mock-ups, and creative direction for brands, as well as creative direction and digital strategy. - Why founders and 100+ brands choose to work with me: ✔️Creative development + production vision: I don’t just design visually strong garments. I create pieces engineered for real production, optimizing construction, materials, fitting, and costs from the very beginning. ✔️ Experience in streetwear, sportswear, and luxury brands: I’ve worked developing collections, graphics, silhouettes, accessories, and creative direction for brands focused on contemporary fashion, premium products, and visual culture. ✔️ Creative director with experience leading successful launches: I’ve directed complete creative processes for collections and drops, developing winning products with both aesthetic and commercial focus. ✔️ Full design process: From the initial idea and creative research to tech packs, graphics, material selection, and factory-ready development. Everything connected under one unified creative direction. ✔️ Brand mindset, not just a designer mindset: I understand how to build pieces that connect visually, create community, and perform both for content and sales. ✔️ More than 5 years in the fashion industry: Experience collaborating with brands, manufacturers, and projects focused on streetwear, sportswear, and luxury, understanding both the creative side and the real product development process. Leave me a message and I'll send you my portfolio. Let's create designs together that empower your brand and authentically connect with your audience.

  • Illustration
  • Brand Development
  • Branding
  • Product Design
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Fashion Design
  • Editorial
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • Fashion Editorial
Bhairavi P.

Paris, France

$27/hr
4.8
122 jobs

Hi, I am Bhairavi. Thank you for visiting my profile! I am a Freelance Fashion Designer with 4 years of experience of creating designs and their technical packs. I am currently based in Paris, working with Parisian and International Fashion Brands. I primarily create Womenswear and Menswear designs and I have experience of designing in multiple categories of the same like Streetwear, Luxury and Couture, Loungewear, etc. Having worked with many startups, international brands and niche brands ( in USA, Australia, UK, Spain, UAE, Mexico, Paris), I have the expertise to create garments from start to finish. I am confident that I can meet your goals and create aesthetically appealing products that are also commercially successful. What I offer - ✅ Garment Designs - Womenswear, Menswear. ✅Collection Plan and Development - Doing a thorough trend analysis and market research in order to create a collection plan that is relevant to the target customers and that also at the same time aligns with the brand image. (Includes Mood boards, Fabric Boards, Colour Boards, Texture Board, colour ways and Fashion Illustrations). ✅Technical Packs - Creating comprehensive sketches (interior view, front and back view, zoomed view), construction details, bill of material and size chart with grading that can be sent to manufactures and ateliers. ✅Sourcing and Consultation - Suggesting and finding the right fabrics and trims in the your budget. ✅Prototyping - Creating the perfect first sample and managing its production with manufacturers around the world. Why hire me - ⭐️ Four years of experience of working in the Fashion Capital ⭐️ Artistic and Creative ⭐️High Quality Work ⭐️High problem solving capacity ⭐️ Effective Communicator ⭐️Flexible pricing and schedule ⭐️Keen eyes for details ⭐️Bachelor's Degree In Fashion Design and Technology from International Fashion Academy, Paris. "She is the best fashion designer to ever work with! She is very talented and understands what we need. I highly recommend her, and will continue to work with her in the long term" - Client Review So, if you are looking for a motivated and hardworking set of hands, let’s have a chat! Hoping to hear from you!

  • Manufacturing & Construction
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Fashion Design
  • Tech Pack
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Fashion Pre-Production
  • Fashion Forecasting
  • 2D Design
  • Fabric Selection
  • Fashion Consultation
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Prototype Design
  • Product Launch
  • Garment Fitting
Rizki Ramadhan S.

Bandung, Indonesia

$20/hr
5.0
9 jobs

Getting your designs from concept to factory shouldn't be complicated. But without the right documentation, it almost always is! I'm a Technical Fashion Designer with 4+ years experience helping brands, startups, and independent designers turn their ideas into factory-ready products. Here is the value I can bring to the table : • Tech Packs • 3D Visualization • Pattern Development (CAD) • Design, Illustration & Textile Design Why client's choose me : • Cuts weeks off your sampling process • Reduces back-and-forth with factories • Clear timelines, frequent updates. Whether you're launching your first collection or refining an existing line, I'll make sure your ideas are communicated clearly and executed right, the first time. Let's turn your idea into a product factories can build. Message me and let's get started!

  • Clothing
  • Fashion Design
  • CLO 3D
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Pattern Drafting
  • Mass Market Fashion Design
  • 3D Clothing Design
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Pattern Grading
  • Tech Pack
  • Textile Design
  • Clothing & Merchandise Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Graphic Design
Melissa M.

Shenzhen, China

$30/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I help fashion brands turn sketches, reference garments, or product ideas into clear factory-ready tech packs, sample development files, and production-ready documents. My work covers the product development process — from design interpretation and technical documentation to fabric and trim direction, sample development support, fit and construction review, and final production-ready handoff files. What I can help with: • Tech Pack Development CAD flats, measurement specs, BOM, construction details, stitching notes, grading guidance, fabric and trim details, label/packaging notes, and factory-ready production comments. • Product Development Turning sketches, inspiration images, or reference garments into clear development directions, including silhouette, fabric, trims, construction, fit, and finishing details. • Sample Development Support Reviewing prototypes, checking fit and construction, providing clear revision notes, and helping refine the garment from first sample to approved sample. • Fabric & Trim Direction Suggesting suitable fabrics, trims, labels, and materials based on the target quality, price level, product type, and production requirements. • Production-Ready Handoff Preparing clear technical files and final development notes so factories can understand the approved design or sample with fewer misunderstandings. I have experience across womenswear, loungewear, ready-to-wear, embellished garments, branded merchandise, and small-batch development. My background includes fashion design, technical design, sampling, sourcing, and factory communication. Based in Shenzhen, I work close to fabric markets, trim suppliers, sample rooms, and apparel factories, which allows me to support both remote tech pack work and hands-on sample development when needed. I’m a good fit for emerging brands, start-up fashion labels, and designers who need more than a basic tech pack — especially if you need help connecting the design idea, sample development process, and production-ready documentation. Message me if you need help turning your design idea, sketch, or reference garment into a clear tech pack, sample-ready file, or production-ready garment.

  • Product Development
  • Tech Pack
  • Technical Design
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Fashion Design
  • Clothing & Merchandise Design
  • Manufacturing
  • Ready-To-Wear
  • Loungewear
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Fabric Selection
  • Quality Control
  • Sourcing
Elizabeth M.

La Reja, Argentina

$75/hr
4.9
126 jobs

🌿 Fashion Designer & Sustainable Product Developer Sustainable fashion starts with thoughtful design, technical precision, and a deep understanding of impact. I help brands create garments and accessories that are not only beautiful—but responsible, safe, and production-ready. I’m Elizabeth Mancuso, a fashion design and textile expert with 18 years of international experience and a postgraduate specialization in biomaterials and bio-objects. I work with conscious brands to develop sustainable products across all categories—from womenswear and urban fashion to lingerie, accessories, and childrenswear. ✅ Why sustainable brands choose me: • Expert guidance on certifications (GOTS®, OEKO-TEX®, RWS®, FSC®, CPSC, Certi-Pur US®…) • Smart material sourcing and low-impact design strategies • Tech packs and construction patterns that minimize waste • Circular thinking embedded from concept to final product • Certified packaging solutions using FSC materials and compostable options (e.g. starch-based bags) • Fluent, proactive communication with suppliers and factories Whether you’re building a slow fashion label, launching a capsule collection, or improving your product lifecycle—I bring a rare mix of design sensibility, technical accuracy, and ecological integrity. 🌿 My services include: • Sustainable Product Development • Factory-Ready Tech Packs & Construction Patterns • Material + Supplier Sourcing • Certification Strategy & Compliance • 3D Garment Mockups (CLO 3D) • Packaging, Labeling & Impact Messaging 🌍 I’ve collaborated with clients in Argentina, the U.S., Europe, Australia, the UK, and China—helping them design cleaner, smarter products with clarity and care. 💬 Let’s build a fashion future that’s clean, ethical, and made to last.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Tech Pack
  • Tech Flat
  • CLO 3D
  • Fashion Design
  • Product Development
  • Technical Illustration
  • Flat Design
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Pattern Design
  • Product Management
  • Sustainable Design
  • Sustainability
  • Sustainable Product
  • Pattern Grading
  • Creative Direction
  • Patternmaking
  • Pattern Illustration
Maria B.

Guadalajara, Mexico

$55/hr
5.0
112 jobs

I help start ups to scale bringing Strategic Collections to market efficiently through a enjoyable and custom product development experience. With 11+ years of experience working primarily with the US market, I specialize in elevated Golf wear, loungewear, and athletic wear. From tech packs and sampling to factory sourcing and production planning, I ensure every step you take is clear, structured, and aligned. My focus is helping you make informed decisions from the early stages, covering costs, timelines, and next steps, so you can build confidently and scale sustainably. No confusion, delays, or budget surprises. My service is full product development, and I use tech packs as the foundation so your manufacturer gets clear, detailed direction from day #1. I focus on Golf drops & elevated loungewear and activewear. I support brands from concept → tech pack → sampling → bulk-ready planning, keeping everything organized, realistic, and transparent. My focus is reducing your confusion with factories, avoid wasted money, speed up your development, and help you launch professionally, efficiently, and with a product that TRULY reflects your brand’s value. What brands get working with me: - Tech packs (production-ready): specs, measurements, construction notes, BOM, colorways - Sampling management: fit comments, revisions, quality checkpoints, factory communication - Factory sourcing & alignment: ethical/sustainable options + smooth handoff - Costing + margin support: target cost planning, trims/packaging considerations, budget clarity - Lead time + production plan: milestones, timelines, and launch/delivery planning I’ve worked with production partners across the US + China + Europe and I’m known for being hyper-clear, responsive, and honest, especially about feasibility, quality, and timelines. Here some reviews =) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Maria is super attentive and a great person to work with. She cares about your project and gives it her all. Will recommend working with her for your fashion/garment/sample needs." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Maria has amazing attention to detail and will make sure you’re satisfied before completing the contract!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Maria delivered an outstanding apparel tech pack—accurate, detailed, and production-ready. Her skills, quality of work, and attention to detail were exceptional. She was always available, gave prompt feedback, met deadlines ahead of schedule, and communicated clearly throughout. A true professional and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend and look forward to working with her again!" Let me know your initial ideas, or main focus to delegate and we can discuss further. I will be happy to share any insights from the first call =) Stay healthy!!! Maria

  • Fashion Design
  • Tech Pack
  • Streetwear
  • Fashion Consultation
  • Mood Board
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Market Research
  • Product Design
  • Product Development
  • Flat Design
  • Sustainable Design

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