Doreen Avilés

Professional Summary

Professional Overview
Doreen Avilés is a seasoned technical design professional with over 15 years of experience in the fashion industry. As the Head of Technical Design at UNTUCKit, she oversees the development and execution of technical design strategies across the brand's product lines, ensuring high-quality and innovative designs that meet the needs of the modern consumer.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Head of Technical Design at UNTUCKit, Doreen is responsible for leading a team of technical designers in the creation and refinement of technical specifications for the brand's apparel collections. She collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, merchandising, and production, to ensure seamless integration of technical design principles throughout the product lifecycle. Under her leadership, UNTUCKit has experienced a 20% increase in product quality and a 15% reduction in production lead times.

Career Progression
Prior to joining UNTUCKit, Doreen held technical design roles at several prestigious fashion brands, including Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, and rag & bone. Throughout her career, she has developed a strong expertise in women's and men's woven and cut-and-sew apparel, as well as in knitwear and sweater design. Doreen's ability to translate design concepts into high-quality, functional garments has been instrumental in driving innovation and improving the overall fit and aesthetics of the products she has worked on.

Academic Background
Doreen holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design from the Parsons School of Design, where she graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Technical design for women's and men's apparel, including woven, cut-and-sew, and knitwear

• Pattern development, grading, and fit optimization

• Fabric and material selection and evaluation

• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product development

• Leadership and team management in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Professional Impact
Doreen's technical design expertise and strategic leadership have been instrumental in driving growth and innovation for the brands she has worked with. At Michael Kors, she spearheaded the development of a new women's outerwear line that saw a 30% increase in sales within the first year of launch. At rag & bone, she led the implementation of a comprehensive fit optimization process that resulted in a 25% reduction in product returns.

Conclusion
With her exceptional technical design skills, strong industry knowledge, and proven track record of driving positive business impact, Doreen Avilés is well-positioned to continue making significant contributions to the fashion industry. As the Head of Technical Design at UNTUCKit, she is dedicated to leveraging her expertise to create visually appealing and functionally superior apparel that meets the evolving needs of the brand's customers.