Hello, I’m Emma Louise Coyle, a senior fashion designer and production lead with over a decade of experience in design, development and production across menswear, womenswear, juniors and accessories. I run EmmalouiseCoyleLtd, guiding a team of designers and developers who work both remotely and in-house to deliver end-to-end apparel product solutions for international brands and factories across Europe and the Far East. I specialise in research, concept, multi-product design, branding development, range building, production and sales. I collaborate with sales teams worldwide and liaise with factories in Europe, China and Pakistan, while mentoring placements and freelancers to help them grow into capable contributors to the fashion industry.…

Emma Louise Coyle

Hello, I’m Emma Louise Coyle, a senior fashion designer and production lead with over a decade of experience in design, development and production across menswear, womenswear, juniors and accessories. I run EmmalouiseCoyleLtd, guiding a team of designers and developers who work both remotely and in-house to deliver end-to-end apparel product solutions for international brands and factories across Europe and the Far East. I specialise in research, concept, multi-product design, branding development, range building, production and sales. I collaborate with sales teams worldwide and liaise with factories in Europe, China and Pakistan, while mentoring placements and freelancers to help them grow into capable contributors to the fashion industry.…

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Hello, I’m Emma Louise Coyle, a senior fashion designer and production lead with over a decade of experience in design, development and production across menswear, womenswear, juniors and accessories. I run EmmalouiseCoyleLtd, guiding a team of designers and developers who work both remotely and in-house to deliver end-to-end apparel product solutions for international brands and factories across Europe and the Far East.

I specialise in research, concept, multi-product design, branding development, range building, production and sales. I collaborate with sales teams worldwide and liaise with factories in Europe, China and Pakistan, while mentoring placements and freelancers to help them grow into capable contributors to the fashion industry.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Designer & Product Manager at EmmalouiseCoyleLtd
September 1, 2015 - Present
Senior Designer and Product Manager responsible for growing menswear and womenswear brands, leading a team of apparel and graphic designers, garment technician/sourcing manager and sales team to create multiple collections per brand per year; involved in research, concept, branding, range building, production and sales; liaised with factories in Europe and the Far East.
Director of Design/Development & EmmalouiseCoyleLtd Production Agency at EmmalouiseCoyleLtd
September 1, 2015 - Present
Director of a design/development and production agency; grew from a single freelance designer to a team of 9 designers and developers, handling research, concept, multi-product design, branding development, range building, production and sales for menswear, womenswear, juniors and accessories. Current brands include Presented By, YDK, Off the Pitch, Owen Scott Tailoring and Sportswear clients; 12-year ongoing contract with Johan Cruyff.
Design/Product Manager at DESIGN AGENCY - MANCHESTER
September 1, 2015 - October 15, 2025
Senior Designer and Product Manager responsible for growing menswear and womenswear brands for multiple market levels. Led a team of apparel and graphic designers, collaborated with a Garment Technician/Sourcing Manager and Sales Team to create multiple collections per brand per year. Communicated with factories in Europe and the Far East to manage samples, purchase orders, specifications, fabric and trim selections, production and shipment; traveled to trend/trade shows to progress research, sampling and production processes. Established a placement program for students/freelancers who progressed to successful careers.
Director of Design/Development & Production Agency at EMMALOUISECOYLELTD
September 1, 2015 - Present
Director of a design, development and production agency specializing in menswear, womenswear, juniors and accessories. Grew a sole freelance operation into a team of designers and developers delivering end-to-end apparel product solutions for clients across the UK and Europe, including a long-term Johan Cruyff contract. Led end-to-end design, development, production, and logistics; managed client contracts, supplier negotiations, and team performance; supported in-house and remote collaboration and mentored placement students.
Design & Sales Head Office at Lyle and Sco J
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Assisted the sales manager and organized in-house sales and events, including trade shows and merchandising the showroom.
Assistant Designer at RTW
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Jersey design team and manufacturer for the high street; organised sample sales and events.
Silks Printer at Eye Fix
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Silks printer for leading high street stores and high-end designers; managed client needs, catalogue and office duties.
Placement - WGSN at WGSN
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Online research, trend analysis and fashion industry news service; contributed to London Fashion Week trend reports and produced trend packages and visual merchandising.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fashion Design at Northumbria University
September 1, 2003 - June 30, 2007
BA (Hons) Fashion – 2:1 at University of Northumbria
September 1, 2003 - July 1, 2007
BTEC National Diploma in Fashion and Clothing Design at Newcastle College
September 1, 2001 - June 1, 2003
GCSEs at Hedworthfield Comprehensive School
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000

Qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
UK Passport
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
BA (Hons) Fashion – 2:1
September 1, 2003 - July 1, 2007
BTEC National Diploma in Fashion and Clothing Design
September 1, 2001 - June 1, 2003
GCSEs
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other, Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment
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