CHARLIE BRAY
Wokingham,Berkshire
Summary
Versatile professional with expertise in customer service, trend analysis, and fashion styling, complemented by strong computer literacy across tools such as Excel and Adobe Suite. Demonstrates exceptional creative thinking and team leadership skills, with a proven ability to advise on style and forecast fashion trends. Adept at conducting market research and leveraging product knowledge to deliver informed recommendations. Committed to staying trend-aware while driving new ideas within the fashion industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Stylist
AllSaints
London, Bracknell, Portsmouth
2023.05 - 2026.05
- Provided outstanding customer service, fostering a loyal client base through tailored attention, resulting in multiple SOM Awards for the brand.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends, designers, and industry events through continuous research.
- Motivated clients to embrace new trends, experiment with colours and transform styles to refresh wardrobe.
- Oversaw management of John Lewis Concession for brand in neighbouring city Southampton.
Reseller
Self-Employed
2022.09 - 2026.05
- Sourced items for personal sales, specialising in vintage clothing, luxury designer apparel, and football trading cards.
- Shipping items promptly and addressing customer concerns directly regarding delivery companies.
Retail Sales Associate
Fenwicks
Bracknell, Berkshire
2022.08 - 2023.05
- Processed sales transactions accurately, handling cash and card payments with attention to detail.
- Delivered exceptional service by understanding customer needs and exceeding expectations.
- Managed higher-tier brands including Mont Blanc and Emporio Armani, resulting in the development of a tailored client base.
Education
A-Levels - Business, Economics, Graphic Design
Emmbrook Sixth Form
Wokingham 2021.09 - 5 2023
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design & Textiles
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, England 2023.09 - 07/2026
Skills
- Computer literacy (Excel, Adobe Suite and many others)
- Customer service
- Trend analysis
- Fashion styling
- Market research
- Creative thinking
- Team Leadership
- Trend aware
- Product knowledge expertise
- Style advising
- Fashion forecasting
Accomplishments
- 5 Stylist of The Month Awards across my time with ALLSAINTS
- Royal Ascot Employee Gold Award
- Recognised by management for outstanding service, leading to responsibility of looking after John Lewis Concession being handed over to myself.
Affiliations
- DJ'ing
- Pool
- Climbing
Certification
Full UK Driving License
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design & Textiles
University of Portsmouth
2023.09 - 07/2026
Stylist
AllSaints
2023.05 - 2026.05
Reseller
Self-Employed
2022.09 - 2026.05
Retail Sales Associate
Fenwicks
2022.08 - 2023.05
A-Levels - Business, Economics, Graphic Design
Emmbrook Sixth Form
2021.09 - 5 2023