Abbe Allen

Head Women's Designer

Professional Overview

Abbe Allen is a seasoned fashion design professional with over 15 years of experience in the action sports and lifestyle apparel industry. As the Head Women's Designer at Salty Crew, she is responsible for leading the creative vision and design direction for the brand's women's product line, driving innovation and aligning collections with evolving consumer trends.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Head Women's Designer at Salty Crew since 2020, Abbe is the driving force behind the brand's women's apparel collections. In this role, she oversees all aspects of the design process, from conceptualization and trend analysis to material selection and final product development. Abbe's keen eye for style, combined with her deep understanding of the target market, has enabled her to consistently deliver collections that resonate with Salty Crew's core female audience.

Career Progression

Prior to joining Salty Crew, Abbe held senior designer roles at leading action sports brands Volcom and Quiksilver. At Volcom, she spent a decade honing her skills and advancing from a design specialist to a Senior Designer, leading cross-functional teams and spearheading the development of innovative women's product lines. Her earlier experience at Quiksilver further solidified her expertise in the surf and skate-inspired fashion landscape.

Academic Background

Abbe holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design from the renowned Otis College of Art and Design, where she graduated with distinction and earned recognition for her exceptional design work.

Areas of Expertise

• Women's apparel design and product development

• Trend forecasting and market analysis

• Collaborative cross-functional leadership

• Technical design skills (Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, etc.)

• Fabric and material sourcing and selection

• Brand identity and aesthetic alignment

Professional Impact

Throughout her career, Abbe has made significant contributions to the success of the brands she has worked with. At Volcom, she played a pivotal role in the development of the women's product line, which experienced consistent year-over-year growth during her tenure. Her design work has been widely recognized in the industry, with several of her collections earning accolades and driving increased brand visibility and customer engagement.

Conclusion

Abbe Allen is a highly accomplished fashion designer with a proven track record of creating innovative, market-leading women's apparel collections. Her deep industry expertise, creative vision, and collaborative leadership style make her a valuable asset to the Salty Crew team as they continue to elevate the brand's women's offering and solidify its position in the action sports and lifestyle apparel market.