Fashion designer
Trend Research: Study current and upcoming fashion trends, consumer preferences, and retail markets to forecast styles.
Design & Sketching: Create initial concepts using hand drawings or computer-aided design (CAD) software like Adobe Illustrator.
Material Sourcing: Select fabrics, colors, patterns, and trims by visiting manufacturers and trade shows.
Prototyping: Work with pattern makers and technical designers to build sample garments and carry out fittings.
Collaboration: Partner with merchandising, production, and marketing teams to align collections with brand identity and budgets.