Bex Todd
London
Summary
Dynamic professional with with a strong expertise in fashion retail, styling, and teaching. Combining a Master's degree in Fashion Buying with hands-on experience in retail environments, I bring a deep understanding of product knowledge, brand messaging, and customer engagement. Adept at executing visual displays and applying colour theory to enhance retail environments. Proven ability in client relationship management, up-selling, and cross-selling, supported by excellent communication and customer retention skills. Passionate about delivering exceptional shopping experiences while contributing to a vibrant team culture. Highly organised with attention to detail, adaptable in various environments and committed to advancing retail operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Class Teacher
St. Agnes Catholic Primary School
London
09.2024 - Current
- Punctually designed and delivered engaging lesson plans, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Cultivated strong organisational and interpersonal skills applicable in fast-paced retail settings.
- Developed strategies to manage diverse student needs, applicable to handling customer queries effectively.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
Class Teacher
St. Dunstan's Catholic Primary School
Woking
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
Fashion Assistant
HIA Magazine
London
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted Fashion Editor during high-profile events for seamless execution of tasks.
- Managed showroom appointments by ensuring efficient scheduling and coordination.
- Coordinated fashion photoshoots, optimising garment presentation.
- Liaised with team (models, makeup artists, and photographers) for successful photo shoots.
Designer Relations and Marketing Assistant
NAMES Ldn
London
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Organised presentations for clients displaying new season collections at Somerset House.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of high-end fashion shoots.
- Handled administrative duties, including scheduling appointments and maintaining client records.
- Developed a network of industry contacts to stay abreast of emerging trends in fashion design and styling.
- Managed inventory control at photoshoots, ensuring all items were accounted for post-event.
- Packed, shipped and received samples and additional props to and from photoshoots.
Wholesale Showroom Assistant
Roland Mouret
Paris
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Supported visual merchandising initiatives, creating attractive product presentations.
- Demonstrated products to potential customers, securing more transactions.
- Delegated tasks to interns to meet daily luxury service requirements.
Style Advisor
Mint Velvet
Cobham
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Achieved higher customer retention with excellent communication skills.
- Managed stock control and ordering process to maintain inventory levels.
- Delivered exceptional after-sales follow-up, ensuring repeat business.
- Enhanced customer shopping experience by providing personalised style advice.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends, leading to better customer guidance.
- Improved store aesthetics with visual merchandising techniques.
Personal Assistant to the Designer
AMEHL NYC
New York City
01.2018 - 02.2018
- Acting show manager/PA for emerging luxury designer, directing model casting and fittings.
- Produced show schedule and running order.
- Communication with journalists, editors and PRs: inviting to the show & increasing exposure for the brand.
- Used Excel database of contacts & updated it efficiently.
PR Showroom Intern
French Connection
London
08.2015 - 09.2015
- Handled incoming calls and emails, ensuring prompt response.
- Facilitated smooth operations within the department through organised file management and data entry tasks.
- Showroom maintenance including steaming & arrangement of garments for press days and sample preparation for send-offs.
- Involved in regular meetings with buying & merchandising teams, discussing the critical path for each range drop.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Primary Education (PGCE)
Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames 09.2021 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Contemporary Fashion Buying
Istituto Marangoni
London 09.2018 - 02.2020
Master of Arts - Business Management
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 09.2012 - 07.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - Fashion (Foundation)
Conde Nast College of Fashion & Design
London 09.2016 - 06.2017
Skills
- Personal styling consultation
- Brand knowledge
- Visual display execution
- Colour theory application
- Retail operations understanding
- Up-selling and cross-selling
- Client Relationship Management
- Strong knowledge of fashion trends, fabrics, and garment construction
- Proficient in visual merchandising and stockroom management
- Excellent communication and customer engagement skills
- Highly organised with attention to detail
- Adaptable and quick learner in dynamic environments
Affiliations
- Discovering Independent Designers
- Ethical and Sustainable Fashion Markets
- Independent Cinema
Certification
University of the Arts, London
- Interior Styling Course [Online; May 2020]
London College of Fashion, London
- Fashion Buying & Merchandising Course (July 2015)
- Fashion Media Business Course (April 2013)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Class Teacher
St. Agnes Catholic Primary School
09.2024 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Primary Education (PGCE)
Kingston University
09.2021 - 07.2022
Class Teacher
St. Dunstan's Catholic Primary School
01.2021 - 07.2024
Fashion Assistant
HIA Magazine
09.2019 - 09.2020
Designer Relations and Marketing Assistant
NAMES Ldn
04.2019 - 09.2019
Wholesale Showroom Assistant
Roland Mouret
01.2019 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Contemporary Fashion Buying
Istituto Marangoni
09.2018 - 02.2020
Style Advisor
Mint Velvet
02.2018 - 09.2018
Personal Assistant to the Designer
AMEHL NYC
01.2018 - 02.2018
Diploma of Higher Education - Fashion (Foundation)
Conde Nast College of Fashion & Design
09.2016 - 06.2017
PR Showroom Intern
French Connection
08.2015 - 09.2015
Master of Arts - Business Management
The University of Edinburgh
09.2012 - 07.2016
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