HEATHER ESTHER LAMPE
[ FASHION DESIGNER / ILLUSTRATOR ]
Hey y'all!
I'm a fashion designer and illustrator based in Dallas, TX.
I specialize in engineered multi-function fashion and designs with complex construction, including corsetry, bridal, athletic wear, and handbag design.
I'm the one that smiles a lot and always finds a positive spin on an unpleasant situation. My coworkers will tell you I'm easy-going with a fierce work ethic, and my friends will tell you I'm supportive with an infectious enthusiasm. When I'm not engineering a new design, you can find me at the park with my nose in a sketchbook or instructing an aerial dance/fitness class.
Experience:
Product Designer
Heroes & Villains | April 2022 - present
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Design officially licensed apparel and accessories
Creative Designer
Rebel Athletic | June 2020 - April 2022
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Designed new looks for the company lookbook to be templated for wholesale orders, including practice wear, all star and sideline cheer uniforms, and dance uniforms
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Designed fashion graphics to be used in dye-sublimated looks
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Created artwork for wholesale orders to be approved by the customer for sampling
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Created technical CADs, print specs, and crystal guides for approved designs
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Performed live design sessions with the sales rep and high profile teams to create custom designs
Leathers Designer
Fossil Group | September 2013 - February 2020
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Created minimum of 2-3 new handbag and wallet designs each season
and managed development until final buy was approved
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Improved efficiency of design process by generating artwork libraries for
frequently used product components
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Owned development of top-selling novelty wallets and zip-coin pouches
for over four years
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Created graphic illustrations to be used in product development, including
print, embroidery, applique, and hardware
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Created digital artwork for web and multimedia promotions
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Championed a two-year initiative to utilize customer feedback and pre-
sented monthly reports to the team
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Designed visually dynamic recap reports and slides to present seasonal
design research
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Selected to mentor a design intern by supervising assigned projects
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Collaborated successfully with other departments, including product de-
velopment, merchandising, marketing, sales, graphics, and photography
Fashion Designer / Pattern-maker
R&M Designs | Summer 2011 ; May 2012 - August 2013
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Designed bridal/special occasion gowns for custom clients
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Immersed in all aspects of the design process, including initial concept
sketching, pattern drafting, fit checking, and garment construction
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Improved my ability to multitask by managing multiple high-priority clients
each winter for the Veiled Prophet Debutante Ball
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Sought opportunities to take on additional alterations to increase revenue
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Championed initiative to add a range of custom corsets to our product
offering
Freelance Fashion Designer
Scarlett Designs, LLC | August 2012 - August 2013
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Contracted to design a debut collection of resort-wear for a new venture
by Mary Strauss, inspired by vintage curtains
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Created concept fashion illustrations and presented them for approval
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Drafted pattern pieces for original samples and conducted fit checks
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Presented collection at St. Louis Fashion Week, highlighted at Project
Runway All-Stars show
Skills:
Fashion design
Technical sketching
Hand sketching
Graphic illustration
Print design
Color theory
Typography
Trend analysis
Project management
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Time management skills
Quick to learn
Software:
Adobe CC 2020:
- Illustrator (advanced)
- Photoshop (intermediate)
- InDesign (intermediate)
- After Effects (novice)
AccuMark (basic knowledge)
Microsoft Office (intermediate)
PLM Systems:
- Enovia
- Vault
- Salesforce
- Centric
2010 - present
2010 - present
Education:
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design and Technology
Purdue University | Graduated May 2012
Awards & Honors:
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Senior Collection awarded "Best in Show - Audience Choice"
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Awarded Presidential Scholarship
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Chosen as Senior Mentor for a freshman student in Apparel Design - 2011-2012
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Worked as Teacher's Assistant for Apparel Design II - Pattern Drafting/Draping