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As a diligent and enthusiastic designer with a keen interest in pattern cutting, I have spent over fifteen years in menswear across the UK and abroad, working on single product categories as well as full range collections in both CMT and FF. I have collaborated closely with buyers, merchandisers and technical teams on costing and production to fabric fairs and sourcing. I have managed design critical paths, product sampling, and mentored assistants and juniors while liaising with mills, suppliers and factories and completing overseas visits. Through these experiences I have built strong industry relationships and networks.…As a diligent and enthusiastic designer with a keen interest in pattern cutting, I have spent over fifteen years in menswear across the UK and abroad, working on single product categories as well as full range collections in both CMT and FF. I have collaborated closely with buyers, merchandisers and technical teams on costing and production to fabric fairs and sourcing. I have managed design critical paths, product sampling, and mentored assistants and juniors while liaising with mills, suppliers and factories and completing overseas visits. Through these experiences I have built strong industry relationships and networks.

Maxwell Holmes

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Designer, Brand Designer, Creative Director, +4

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As a diligent and enthusiastic designer with a keen interest in pattern cutting, I have spent over fifteen years in menswear across the UK and abroad, working on single product categories as well as full range collections in both CMT and FF. I have collaborated closely with buyers, merchandisers and technical teams on costing and production to fabric fairs and sourcing. I have managed design critical paths, product sampling, and mentored assistants and juniors while liaising with mills, suppliers and factories and completing overseas visits. Through these experiences I have built strong industry relationships and networks.…As a diligent and enthusiastic designer with a keen interest in pattern cutting, I have spent over fifteen years in menswear across the UK and abroad, working on single product categories as well as full range collections in both CMT and FF. I have collaborated closely with buyers, merchandisers and technical teams on costing and production to fabric fairs and sourcing. I have managed design critical paths, product sampling, and mentored assistants and juniors while liaising with mills, suppliers and factories and completing overseas visits. Through these experiences I have built strong industry relationships and networks.

Available to hire

Newcastle, United Kingdom

As a diligent and enthusiastic designer with a keen interest in pattern cutting, I have spent over fifteen years in menswear across the UK and abroad, working on single product categories as well as full range collections in both CMT and FF.

I have collaborated closely with buyers, merchandisers and technical teams on costing and production to fabric fairs and sourcing. I have managed design critical paths, product sampling, and mentored assistants and juniors while liaising with mills, suppliers and factories and completing overseas visits. Through these experiences I have built strong industry relationships and networks.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Menswear Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2024 - Present

Independent menswear designer delivering concept development, pattern cutting support, and collection styling across multiple projects. Responsible for designing, presenting concepts, and delivering samples for clients in the UK.

Head of Menswear at Nigel Cabourn

November 9, 2020 - December 8, 2023

All categories – Outerwear, Jackets, Shirts, Trousers, Knit, Jersey, Footwear. Manage a small design team producing four seasonal collections plus multiple collaboration collections; oversaw design direction, calendars, and cross-functional collaboration.

Freelance Menswear Designer at Craig Green

November 2, 2020 - November 6, 2023

Designer and product development of the core collection, producing mainly in Italy using a variety of European, Korean and Japanese mills for fabric sourcing and trims; collections retailed at Mr Porter, Dover Street Market and Farfetch.

Head of Men shirts at GANT

May 2, 2016 - August 24, 2018

Senior designer on shirts and broader menswear range; contributed to design and development across categories, overseeing part of the product lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Midlayers Designer at J. Barbour & Sons

July 15, 2013 - May 16, 2014

Midlayers Designer – Shirts, Trousers, Knit and Jersey; focused on midlayer programs and integration with overall outerwear strategy.

Associate Designer at Abercrombie & Fitch

January 17, 2011 - January 18, 2013

Associate designer in menswear product development; supported design team and cross-functional teams in development and delivery of collections.

Digital Marketing Coordinator at Denham The Jeanmaker

January 25, 2010 - January 7, 2011

Coordinated digital marketing efforts, supporting brand campaigns, content creation and social media initiatives from Amsterdam.

Assistant Designer at Mavi Jeans

September 21, 2009 - January 8, 2010

Assistant designer supporting denim product development, flats and specifications for new season ranges.