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Ara Lee

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I am a passionate designer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design and Illustration. My career has been focused on denim design and the intricacies of fabric as well as project management in the fashion industry.

About

I am a passionate designer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design and Illustration. My career has been focused on denim design and the intricacies of fabric as well as project management in the fashion industry. I love blending modern trends with traditional craftsmanship to create unique and impactful designs.

  • Joined March 2026

Languages

  • KoreanFluent
  • JapaneseFluent

Industry experience

  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 5

Here is a selection of print work developed for ready-to-wear collections, featuring surf-inspired prints with fluid, organic shapes and bold color combinations. These designs were created with specific target audiences in mind, balancing visual impact with wearability.

  • Textile Designer
  • Costume Designer
  • Designer
  • Illustrator

Technical flat illustrations for apparel design, highlighting silhouette, garment construction, and key design details for production.

  • Costume Designer
  • Designer
  • Illustrator

Technical flat illustrations for apparel design, highlighting silhouette, garment construction, and key design details for production.

  • Designer

Technical flat illustrations for apparel design, highlighting silhouette, garment construction, and key design details for production.

  • Designer

Work experience· 4 roles

Women's Top & Denim Designer · Flying MonkeyDec 2022 – Present · 4 yrs

Oversaw the complete design process for women's top and denim lines. Involved in trend analysis, sourcing materials, and running fittings to ensure design integrity from concept to production.

Denim Designer · Flying MonkeyOct 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 2 mos

As a Women’s Top & Denim Designer, I analyze market trends, manage design projects, and create original sketches based on concept direction. My role involves leading fittings, managing technical sketches, and ensuring the production cycle meets quality standards.

Associate Designer · Tommy HilfigerSep 2017 – Oct 2019 · 2 yrs 2 mos

I worked collaboratively with directors and teams on sourcing and development of domestic styles, focusing on wash, trims, and overall design execution. I maintained seasonal boards and created detailed technical packs for production.

Denim Assistant Designer · Calvin Klein JeansMay 2015 – Aug 2017 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Education· 6

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design · Parsons The New School for Design2011 – 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration Design · Maryland Institute College of Art2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design · Parsons The New School for Design2011 – 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration Design · Maryland Institute College of Art2010

Certifications and awards

Parsons Merit Scholarship/Dean’s scholarship2011 – 2016
Parsons Merit Scholarship/Dean’s Scholarship2011 – 2016
Parsons Merit Scholarship/Dean’s Scholarship2011 – 2016

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