Design
Superbowl Halftime Hoodie.
In collaboration with another designer, I created a unique hoodie that pays homage to Kendrick Lamar's iconic halftime performance at the Super Bowl. The design process involved extensive digital work in Photoshop and Illustrator, allowing us to capture the energy and artistry of the performance. The graphics incorporated rich symbolism that reflected themes of history and culture, connecting the design to Kendrick’s powerful message. We developed detailed technical packs for two distinct colorways, ensuring that every element of the hoodie aligned with our creative vision while maintaining high-quality production standards. This project not only showcases our commitment to innovative design but also our ability to blend pop culture with meaningful storytelling.
Champion x Mizzou: College Vault Collection.
For this project, my partner and I developed a new collection of Mizzou apparel designed for retail at the university bookstore. Working closely with the Champion design team, we navigated real-world constraints—meeting multiple times to ensure every concept aligned with production capabilities. We incorporated pre-approved graphics from Mizzou’s Vault collection and worked within both Champion’s and the University of Missouri’s licensing guidelines to ensure full compliance. Our final collection balanced creative expression with practical execution, ultimately placing in the top three submissions.
AATCC Design Competition.
The 2022 AATCC Concept 2 Consumer Student Design Competition aims to review how students use their design and problem-solving skills toward textileand apparel design. This year’s objective is to create a sustainable travel wear line that puts emphasis on recycled materials, sustainable manufacturing, and antibacterial and/or odor-control properties. This project highlights my in-depth understanding of sustainable alternatives that can be implemented throughout the supply chain as well as inherent textile properties that can keep consumers safe while adding value and longevity to their clothing. Additionally, my technical flat, textile design, inclusive design, and market research skills are showcased.
Cultural Appreciation.
The goal of this project was to enhance my understanding of the history, origins, and symbology of another culture through textile design. In doing so, I also became more aware of how not to engage in cultural appropriation and its adverse effects on already marginalized people/communities. My approach to this project highlights my extensive cultural and market research skills as well my ability to tastefully appreciate culture through original textile and apparel designs.
House of Cards.
House of Cards challenged me to develop a design concept inspired by an assigned playing card. I drew from the card’s central figure, color palette, and geometric motifs, reimagining those elements into garment silhouettes and fabric choices that carried the theme in a fresh, modern way. This project demonstrates my ability to translate a given concept into a cohesive creative direction, select materials that support the narrative, and develop technical flats (my first created in Adobe Illustrator) to communicate the designs with clarity and precision.
Inspiration Board and Collection.
This project focused on transforming in-depth market research into cohesive trend inspiration and collection boards. Grounded highlights my ability to forecast trends and distill research into a clear creative direction, while also demonstrating my technical proficiency in Adobe Photoshop through advanced image manipulation, pattern development, and shading techniques. The final boards reflect a strong balance of conceptual vision and refined digital execution.
Collection on Croquis.
The goal of this project was to create a set of croquis to showcase current and future designs as well as using market research to create three looks. ‘Pretty in Power suits’ highlights my croquis and garment illustration skills through Adobe Photoshop and, more specifically, the dodge and burn tools for depth and detail.
Technical Flat Collection.
The objective of this project was originally to create a variety of technical flats which are critical in accurately communicating garment design details and proportions. Years later, I have updated the collection to showcase my current proficiency.
