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Hi, I'm Teal. I help fashion brands build collections from concept through production readiness with 18+ years of experience across design, technical development, sourcing guidance, and manufacturing preparation. Beyond design and tech packs, I help clients navigate the entire development process: concept direction, construction strategy, fabric and trim sourcing, factory communication, and production planning. I also work with a trusted network of manufacturing and production partners across Southeast Asia to help brands move efficiently from idea to reality. Whether you're launching your first product or growing an existing brand, my goal is to help avoid costly mistakes early and create development packages manufacturers can actually execute. My process includes: 1. Concept & Design - Collection Planning Consultation - Moodboards - Collection Strategy & Line Planning - Design Development - CADs 2. Technical Development - Tech packs - Construction details - Specs - Fit guidance - Lab Dip & Strike Off Approvals 3. Sourcing & Production Support - Fabric/trims - Factory recommendations - Manufacturing preparation - Sample development guidance Career Highlights: • 8 years as Creative Director at On Twelfth, leading high-volume “runway to street” collections and growing the business year over year while working closely with buyers • Supported the launch of Eva Longoria’s “Work to Wine” collection, helping establish design and production processes in Hong Kong • Head Designer at Jen’s Pirate Booty, developing bohemian collections using artisanal techniques with factories across Mexico, Bali, India, and China • Early career in bridal, red carpet looks, and custom couture, building a strong foundation in fit, construction, and detail What I work on • Ready-to-wear, streetwear, and loungewear • Activewear, swimwear, lingerie, and special occasion Retailers & brands my work has sold to include Bloomingdale’s (Aqua), Anthropologie, Free People, Revolve, Splendid, Ella Moss, as well as brands such as Nasty Gal, VICI, Shopbop, Akira, Target, and Fashion Nova, giving me experience across multiple markets, price points, and customer segments. I’d love to connect and learn more about what you’re building!

Hello! I am an experienced fashion designer and pattern maker working in Los Angeles. I have been working in the industry since I graduated from Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in 2010. I have worked with established companies as well as small startups, artists, creatives, tech companies, etc. my website is jordanahoward.com My Skils and Services: Fashion Design- actual design, sketches, concepts, collection development Pattern Making- making a hard copy pattern for any garment that can be used over and over. For every garment you want to create, you will need a pattern. (DISCLAIMER: Patterns are not prints or graphic design) Tech Packs - Technical sketches and specs that are great for overseas production. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Hand Sketching. Consultation- Experienced in both domestic and overseas development and production. I can guide you through this process. Sample Line Creation / Cutting and Sewing- depends on the project. Looking forward to working on new and exciting projects.

FASHION DESIGNER AND TECH PACK SPECIALIST My name in Lucia and I've been working in Fashion Industry for over 15 years. I worked with Activewear & High End Brands such as Macy's/ Fabletics/ Hunter/ Juicy Couture/ Free People My main focus is to develop your clothing line and create detailed Factory Tech Packs for your High End fashion brand / Active-wear/ Golf-wear/ Streetwear collection/ Sportwear Collection for Men, Women and Children. I create Mood Boards, Line Sheets, Spec Sheets, Textile Design and Illustrations of all kinds and get any clothing line ready for production. I have a great eye for color and prints/patterns. If you're looking to hire someone to develop your clothing line from scratch including creating technical design for production than look no further. Many years of experience in working with Factories in overseas and creating Factory Ready Tech Packs. Other areas of expertise include Textile Design, Graphic Design, Flats, Illustrations, T-Shirt Design ....basically if it needs to be designed, I have done it, and done it very well! Capabilities / Skills - 3D Design and Rendering - Tech pack development and maintenance - Line Sheets/ Spec Sheets/ Mood Boards - Fashion(figure) and Flat (technical) Design - Trend & market research - Presentation and line development - Production management - Pattern development -Adobe Illustrator -Adobe Photoshop -3D Design in Marvelous Designer - Sample Making

I help apparel brands turn designs into production-ready garments — from concept to accurate patterns and detailed tech packs. Skilled in CLO3D, TukaCAD, garment construction, and grading, I deliver files your manufacturer can use right away, saving time and avoiding costly errors. What I do best: • Patterns & grading for perfect fit • Detailed tech packs with measurements, BOMs, and diagrams • 3D visualization in CLO3D to approve designs before sampling • Design refinement for style and functionality With years of hands-on work creating custom garments — from drafting patterns to sewing prototypes — I understand the full process and how to make designs factory-ready without surprises. Let’s create apparel that looks great, fits perfectly, and is ready for production.

From concept to market to consumer, I help fashion and lifestyle brands design, build, and scale with strategy. Whether you’re launching a label, scaling an existing brand, or need a creative partner who understands both design and business, I bring a rare 360° skill set: fashion design, product development, brand identity, and marketing: all under one roof. I’ve designed and consulted for major brands including Bloomingdale’s AQUA, Fila, Peloton, Dolce Vita, Rue21, Jantzen, Southern Athletica, and Red Carter, and have led creative work for celebrity brands including Nicki Minaj, Baby Phat (Kimora Lee Simmons), Coogi (Daymond John), Sophia Vergara, and Selena Gomez. My work has been featured in Vogue, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Sports Illustrated, People StyleWatch, Seventeen, Real Simple, and on NBC’s Today, among others. What I offer: ✔️ Brand identity development & strategy: branding, style guides, logo design, positioning, storytelling, and messaging ✔️ Fashion design: concept sketches, flat sketches / CAD, tech packs, collection development, color charts, moodboards, 3D design and garment visualization ✔️ Product development: fabric and manufacturer sourcing, factory vetting, sample development ✔️ Marketing strategy: social media, content creation planning, community building, launch strategy ✔️ Business consulting: funding guidance, process streamlining, avoiding costly mistakes, Ai fashion tech, and anything by brand or business related to building a fashion or clothing brand. Fashion AI Training & Consulting I also work with AI companies, tech platforms, and fashion brands integrating AI tools into their creative process. Services include fashion dataset curation, trend and style labeling, garment classification, AI prompt development for fashion imagery, and consulting on how to apply generative AI within a fashion brand workflow. If you’re building or refining an AI model that needs fashion expertise. I can help you get the data and context right. Why clients choose me over other designers: Most fashion professionals are either creative or strategic. I’m both. My background spans a BFA in Fashion Design, an MS in Marketing, LVMH Luxury Certification, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, which means I approach every project with both an artistic eye and an entrepreneurial mind. Building a brand takes courage. I take the guesswork out of the process: so you spend less, move faster, and build something that lasts. ⭐ Top 1% of Talent on Upwork- Expert-vetted 🎓 BFA Fashion Design | MS Marketing 🏅 LVMH Certified: Inside LVMH & Luxury 📋 Lean Six Sigma Green Belt | LinkedIn Creative Project Management Certified A note on how I work: I offer fixed-price project packages so you know exactly what you’re investing upfront: no hourly surprises or scope creep. This keeps the process efficient and your budget predictable. Hourly rates are available for smaller, extremely short-term and advisory work. Ready to get started? Send me a message with a brief overview of your project or book a design or marketing consultations below. Insta profile: Fashionbrandstrategist

I drive profitable revenue for premium fashion brands through Meta Ads & exceptional product development - backed by 5 years of building and scaling a global DTC fashion brand across 60+ countries. • Marketing: $106.5k in Meta ad spend at 3.34x ROAS on my own brand — creative strategy, media buying, A/B testing, full P&L ownership • Finance: Former Wall Street Banker (Scotiabank) — financial modeling, 13 week cashflows, variance analysis, M&A research, accounting. • Product: Experienced streetwear fashion designer using CLO3D & sourcing premium factories in China. I spend 3 months a year in China & Vietnam. • Operations: Built and run e-commerce fashion infrastructure — Sourcing, production, global fulfillment. When your ads drive traffic, I make sure the backend converts and retains. I also consult fractionally on creative direction and ad strategy.