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Yuen Wing Lee

London,United Kingdom

Summary

I am a London-based fashion creative with hands-on experience supporting designers in both studio and retail environments. My background includes garment construction, pattern development, and backstage coordination at London Fashion Week, as well as customer-facing roles in Hong Kong where I developed strong service and communication skills bring a keen eye for detail, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset to every project. Whether assisting with fittings, styling garments for presentation, or managing client interactions, I thrive in fast-paced fashion retail settings. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, I am confident in supporting diverse teams and delivering polished, retail-ready results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Fashion Design Intern

LAUREN PERRIN LTD
London, UK
05.2024 - 06.2025

Highlight : Retail-Ready Garment & Construction & Designer Support


  • Applied hand-stitch techniques to embellish garments, including decorative stitching, beading, and embroidery, adding a unique and artistic touch to high-end pieces.
  • Sewed garments and products based on client orders and design specifications.
  • Worked closely with designer Lauren Perrin to support various stages of the design process, from concept development to final execution.
  • Supported fittings and styling for retail clients and fashion presentations.


Fashion Design Assistant

GU.ZI (SELF-EMPLOYED)
London
01.2024 - 04.2024

Highlight : Sample Development for Retail Presentation


  • Assisted designer GU.ZI in the creation of her final-year womenswear collection for the London College of Fashion (LCF).
  • Produced samples with retail presentation in mind, ensuring quality and consistency for potential buyers and showcases.
  • Created and modified patterns for the collection, supporting the designer with accurate fit and design execution.
  • Applied hand-stitch techniques to finalize garments, including delicate finishing touches and embellishments.


Backstage Dresser

LONDON FASHION WEEK 2023-2024
London
09.2023 - 02.2024

Highlight : Backstage Styling & Garment Coordination


  • Assisted designer Allison Tsoi with all aspects of preparing for the SS24 'Connected' collection presentation, ensuring seamless execution before and during the show.
  • Assisted in dressing and preparing models for the 'Beautiful James' Autumn/Winter 2024 runway show, working with designer Genaro Rivas and stylist Ian Luke.
  • Ensured garments were styled and presented according to retail and runway standards. Managed accessories and last-minute adjustments for presentation.


Event Helper & Receptionist

AIA Hong Kong and Crewplayers Dance studio
Hong Kong
01.2021 - 09.2021

Highlight : Client-facing Experience &Visual Presentation


  • Worked closely with clients and attendees to ensure a positive experience, addressing any inquiries or needs during the event.
  • Interacted with clients and guests, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere. supported visuals presentation and styling during events.
  • Maintained a clean and organized reception area, ensuring the studio was welcoming to clients and visitors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

UNIVERSITY FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS
Epsom, Surrey
Sep 2022 - Jun 2025

International Foundation - Art, Media, and Design

UNIVERSITY FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS
Farnham, Surrey
Sep 2021 - May 2022

Skills

Fashion studio & Design :

  • PATTERN MAKING & CUTTING
  • PATTERN DESIGN
  • INDUSTRIAL SEWING
  • FASHION ILLUSTRATION
  • BROWZWEAR VSTITCHER
  • ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
  • MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE
  • DIGITAL PRINTING


Retail related :

  • RETAIL STYLING & PRESENTATION
  • CUSTOMER INTERACTION
  • GARMENT FINISHING
  • VISUAL MERCHANDISING AWARENESS
  • MULTILINGUAL COMMUNICATION

Languages

English
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Fluent
Cantonese
Native

Timeline

Fashion Design Intern

LAUREN PERRIN LTD
05.2024 - 06.2025

Fashion Design Assistant

GU.ZI (SELF-EMPLOYED)
01.2024 - 04.2024

Backstage Dresser

LONDON FASHION WEEK 2023-2024
09.2023 - 02.2024

Event Helper & Receptionist

AIA Hong Kong and Crewplayers Dance studio
01.2021 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

UNIVERSITY FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS
Sep 2022 - Jun 2025

International Foundation - Art, Media, and Design

UNIVERSITY FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS
Sep 2021 - May 2022
Yuen Wing Lee