HELLO

You can call me Mel.

In 2010, I graduated from Otis college of art and design in Los Angeles, California with a BFA in fashion. One of the best things I've carried with me post graduation is the undying will to accomplish whatever task is given to me. I pursued fashion because of my love for art, culture, and most importantly, people. 

A big chunk of my process is exploration - exploration of new ideas and/or exploration of solutions. Different projects sometimes ask for different process and results. Some are brand driven while some are focused on turnaround. Throughout my career, I have made sure to learn about both sides of this industry. With my wide range of skillset and experience, one of my strengths is being able to get any sort of idea come to life. My in-depth knowledge of process and development has helped me complete different projects: Men’s, women’s, kid’s, lifestyle apparel, technical apparel, and branding. I have studied technical specs, grading, sourcing, and graphics as well to support my tasks. There is always room for growth and I don’t shy away from asking questions and doing some extra research so I can get where I need to be.

My continuous passion for my job is driven by my passion for creation and elevating our personal experience through the shapes and colors we wear. I enjoy conceptualizing for everyone. As my broad inspiration, I love seeing the different textures of the world from the colors of the landscapes, cultural art, and architecture to the different personalities I meet from different culture. When woven together, it creates the most dynamic, beautiful, yet complex fabric we have - the fabric of life. This understanding really inspires how I connect with people.

That’s it for now. Hope to chat with you more soon!

Mel