Melanie Lyse

Melanie Lyse

Outerwear DesignerLondon, United Kingdom
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Melanie Lyse

Melanie Lyse

Outerwear DesignerLondon, United Kingdom
About me
Multi-product garment designer specialising in outerwear design across mens and womens.
Projects
  • Parka London SS20
    Parka London SS20
  • The P53. Made In England Shot by Nick Clements Menfile Magazine
    The P53. Made In England Shot by Nick Clements Menfile MagazineThe P-53 is our tribute to the daddy of all Parkas, the M48, and celebrates our manufacturing heritage and military DNA. Made to the same exacting standards as the original, the P-53 is the jewel in the crown of our collections, a beacon of true heritage with enduring quality and style. Featured in Mens Magazine and WeAr magazine Jan20 edition. Manufactured in the UK and shot here on the streets of London, every detail has been considered.
  • Parka London AW19
    Parka London AW19
Work history
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    Outerwear DesignerParka London
    London, United KingdomFull Time
    Mid-luxury outerwear brand -Designing collection from initial concept to final range execution, specialising in technical outerwear. -Gather conceptual research, competitive shop research. -Create presentation boards for meetings, colour boards, inspiration boards, collection line-up. -Attending trade and fabric shows and sourcing manufacturers. -Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external services, vendors, suppliers and understanding factory capabilities. -Review and provide comments on labdips, trim submissions and strike-offs, whilst meeting appropriate target prices. -Design/Developments of multiple -product for the collection. -Illustrate technical working drawings and create detailed tech packs for all styles. -Track and lead developments of initial samples through to SMS, whilst attending all fitting sessions and preparing updates accordingly. -Collaborate cross- functionally with product development, developing seasonal fabric and hardware and ensuring fabric meets its designed performance requirements. -Partnering with sales, design agent & customer feedback. -Ensuring strict deadlines are met on the critical path, whilst preparing for any potential risk.
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    DesignerHarvest Culture Store
     - London, United KingdomFreelance
    Freelance design work for a supplier, working with Jack Wills on mens outerwear garments that were sold in their AW19 collection.
Skills
  • Design
  • Pattern Cutting
  • Fabric
  • Construction
  • Adobe
Education
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    BA(Hons) DegreeUniversity of the West of London
     - Bristol, United Kingdom