Millie Watkins
London
Summary
Fashion Design student specialising in leather, with extensive experience in luxury brand and supply chain environments, collaborating on collections showcased at London Fashion Week. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, pattern making, and garment construction, with a strong focus on trend research and concept ideation. Demonstrates commercial awareness and project management skills through roles at Emilia Wickstead, Eudon Choi, GTHS Europe, AYM Studios, and Jane Magazine. Adept at fabric sourcing and management, textile selection, leather development, and quality control processes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
FASHION DESIGN INTERN
EMILIA WICKSTEAD
London, England
2023.02 - 2026.02
- Collaborated with the Creative Director and design team on the development of a collection, from initial sketches to the London Fashion Week AW25 Show.
- Gained hands-on experience in a luxury fashion brand environment, enhancing skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Excel.
- Responsibilities included:
- - Assisting in design fittings and organizing studio space.
- - Updating moodboards and collection boards, and maintaining a fabric archive.
- - Sourcing fabrics and trims, and liaising with fabric mills.
- - Supporting the design team during London Fashion Week, involved in styling and casting processes.
- Developed strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask while managing multiple deadlines.
- Acquired a comprehensive understanding of the fashion industry and project management through active participation in various stages of the design process.
STUDIO INTERN
EUDON CHOI
London, England
2024.10 - 2025.02
- As a design, pattern cutting, and sewing intern, I contributed to the fashion design process by assisting in the creation of toiles to test patterns and exploring garment shapes.
- I developed skills in pattern making and cutting, ensuring accuracy for garment construction.
- I gained hands-on sewing experience by assembling garments and practicing various stitching techniques.
- In addition, I collaborated on textile print development through trend research and mood board creation, contributing to designs aligned with the collection aesthetic.
- My role included participating in brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for new collections, enhancing my understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of fashion design.
WOMENSWEAR DESIGN INTERN
GTHS EUROPE
London , England
2024.06 - 2024.10
- During my internship at GTHS I developed my understanding of the commercial side of fashion, focusing on trends and functions gave me a greater understanding of the industry.
- Created mood boards to visualize design concepts and trends.
- Conducted research on styles, colors, and materials.
- Liaised with factories for accurate design specifications.
- Used CAD and Adobe Creative Suite for sketches and presentations.
- Organized fabric filing, pricing documents, and sample logs.
DESIGN ASSISTANT
AYM STUDIOS
London, England
2024.01 - 2024.05
- During my internship at AYM Studios, I gained hands-on experience in the fashion design process.
- I conducted design research on trends and cultural influences, participated in design and alteration meetings, and contributed to refining garments based on feedback.
- I assisted in sample making, enhancing my understanding of garment construction, and collaborated on concept development to create cohesive narratives.
- I also conducted competitor research to identify market trends and organised fabric and trim options for upcoming collections.
- Overall, this internship provided me with a solid understanding of the design process, from research to practical sample making and adjustments.
FASHION ILLUSTRATOR AND MARKETING INTERN
JANE MAGAZINE
London, england
2023.12 - 2024.02
- Created visually impactful posters and social media content through digital illustration.
- Specialized in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to deliver high-quality artworks.
- Developed unique designs that effectively communicated brand messages and engaged audiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - FASHION DESIGN
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY
EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN 12 WEEK COURSE -
CENTRAL ST MARTINS
LEATHER MASTERCLASS -
THE LEATHERSELLERS
NottinghamSkills
- Pattern making and garment construction
- Sewing and manufacturing techniques
- Concept ideation and trend research
- Forecasting and analysis
- Illustration and technical drawing
- CAD software proficiency
- Adobe Creative Suite expertise
- Commercial awareness in design
- Market research and analysis
- Project planning and coordination
- Quality control processes
- Sample management and logging
- Fabric sourcing and management
- Textile and materials knowledge
- Toiling for production readiness
- Creative project management skills
- product sheet
- material management
- sample and prototype tracking
- Time management strategies
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Creative collaboration
- Client communication
- Microsoft Office
- Garment fitting
- Presentation skills
- Textile selection
Accomplishments
Paul Smith X ntu capsule collection design competition finalist (position to be confirmed)
Real leather stay different international competition candidate
Timeline
STUDIO INTERN
EUDON CHOI
2024.10 - 2025.02
WOMENSWEAR DESIGN INTERN
GTHS EUROPE
2024.06 - 2024.10
DESIGN ASSISTANT
AYM STUDIOS
2024.01 - 2024.05
FASHION ILLUSTRATOR AND MARKETING INTERN
JANE MAGAZINE
2023.12 - 2024.02
FASHION DESIGN INTERN
EMILIA WICKSTEAD
2023.02 - 2026.02
Bachelor of Arts - FASHION DESIGN
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY
EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN 12 WEEK COURSE -
CENTRAL ST MARTINS
LEATHER MASTERCLASS -
THE LEATHERSELLERS