From my early days at the Ready-to-Wear trade show at the ‘Less Excess’ Trend Forum, to my career development as a Collection Manager, I have developed solid expertise in the creation and management of collections, from the initial concept to the final realization. Trilingual and Franco-American, I grew up internationally before settling in France. My career has allowed me to collaborate with various brands in the luxury, ready-to-wear, accessible luxury, and lifestyle sectors, ranging from emerging designers to established houses. I focus on understanding my clients’ needs while meeting market expectations. My collaborative approach enables me to work closely with design, marketing, and production teams to ensure a unified and effective vision for optimizing collection processes. I am meticulous, organized, and problem-solving oriented. My passion for the industry, combined with my energetic nature, drives me to constantly seek new challenges. As a freelancer, I am flexible and adapt to the specific needs of each project, whether it’s small capsule collections or full lines. I am always on the lookout for new challenges and would be delighted to discuss your projects!
- Optimize collection processes - Analysis of sell-in and sell-out data and tracking of the product offering and its allocation - Advise on product offering and pricing strategies - Define timelines necessary to ensure and guarantee production
Mise en place des outils informatique nécessaire à la collection - Elaboration et gestion du plan de collection - Référencement des modèles et suivi de développement - Etablir rétroplanning, driver et coordonner l’ensemble des équipes sur le planning et le timing - Assurer le respect des plannings de transmission des modèles et suivi de l’avancement de la collection - Organiser les réunions clefs de la collection (essayages, présentation des collections) - Garante de la livraison des SMS - Garante de l’offre en collaboration avec les services production et achat - Management de l'équipe Design et Coordination (14 personnes)
-Set up the collection tracking system -Set up the necessary IT tools for the collection -Develop and manage the collection plan -Catalog the models and monitor their development -Establish timelines, lead and coordinate all teams on planning and timing -Ensure adherence to deadlines for product handover and monitor the progress of the collection -Organize key collection meetings (fittings, collection presentations) -Ensure the delivery of SMS -Ensure the offer in collaboration with the production and purchasing departments -Product assortment planning -Develop retail prices (PVP) and margins in collaboration with the production and purchasing departments -Monitor the costs of the design studio -Develop sales books -Coordinate photo shoots -Management: oversee a team of 7 product managers + 2 interns - Backstage management of Shows : “State of soul” - SS23 “Rising shelter” - FW23
Maternity leave replacement - -Organize and manage the development of collections for finished products and produit-à-façon products. -Oversee the development of prototypes and initiate collection repetitions. -Organize key collection meetings (fittings, suppliers, pricing meetings, collection presentations) in collaboration with the production, merchandising, marketing, and style departments. -Lead and coordinate all teams on planning and timing. -Establish timelines and various documents related to the collection. -Monitor the purchase and stock of fabrics and supplies.
Maternity leave replacement - • Project manager of the digitalization and optimization of the collection plan • Referencing designs and monitoring developments • Establishing computing tools necessary to the collection • Market research and competitive intelligence • Budget and price development
• Textile research and development • Selecting color gamuts and assigning fabrics to designs • Following-up with technical data-sheets and contractual documents • Suppliers relations • Coordination with artistic direction, marketing, production, and the development office
• Production, marketing and communication • Design and raw materials selection • Participation for the Who’s Next, as well as photo shootings
• Exhibition preparation and mannequinage • Clothing conservation and organizing the storage area • Iconographic research
Préparation pour le Who's Next, Forum des tendances
I had the pleasure of working at Marine Serre with Tessa for over a year. From day one, Tessa was able to create a positive and inspiring work environment. Her exceptional leadership and ability to motivate the team were key elements of our collective success. She has a clear vision and an unwavering passion for her work and her teams, which not only guided us toward achieving our goals but also fostered our professional development. Tessa is also recognized for her collaborative approach. She always encourages ideas and contributions from everyone, which has helped strengthen team cohesion and improve our productivity. Her ability to listen and understand the needs of her colleagues is truly remarkable. In addition to her professional skills, Tessa is a person of great integrity and immense kindness. She demonstrates empathy and support, making her an exceptional mentor. I have personally learned a lot under her guidance, and I am grateful for the opportunities she has given me. I am convinced that Tessa will bring invaluable value to any organization lucky enough to have her. I recommend her without reservation, and I am certain that she will continue to excel in everything she undertakes.