Creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer with specialized experience in bridal and gown alterations. Passionate about garment construction, fabric manipulation, and delivering tailored results that enhance customer satisfaction. Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments, from custom bridal studios to retail fashion settings. Seeking to contribute skills and creativity through part-time work from a fully equipped home sewing studio.

Virginia Boddie

Creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer with specialized experience in bridal and gown alterations. Passionate about garment construction, fabric manipulation, and delivering tailored results that enhance customer satisfaction. Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments, from custom bridal studios to retail fashion settings. Seeking to contribute skills and creativity through part-time work from a fully equipped home sewing studio.

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Creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer with specialized experience in bridal and gown alterations. Passionate about garment construction, fabric manipulation, and delivering tailored results that enhance customer satisfaction.

Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments, from custom bridal studios to retail fashion settings. Seeking to contribute skills and creativity through part-time work from a fully equipped home sewing studio.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Alteration Specialist at David's Bridal
September 1, 2023 - Present
Perform custom alterations for bridal gowns, evening dresses, and flower girl attire; conduct fittings and consultations to ensure optimal garment fit and satisfaction; manage appointment scheduling and provide high-level customer service; execute tasks including hemming, taking in/out seams, and zipper/button replacements
Fashion Designer Assistant at Madelange Larouche Bridal Design Studio
February 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Assisted with pattern making, sewing, and fittings for custom bridal gowns; supported clients in selecting ready-to-wear options and provided styling guidance; gained hands-on experience with high-end couture construction
Fashion Designer Assistant at Priscilla Couture
December 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Collaborated with clients on custom designs and fittings; assisted with consultations, garment alterations, and sewing support; maintained an organized work space and helped with production timelines
Sales Associate at GUESS INC
November 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Delivered personalized customer service and assisted with styling; helped implement visual displays and floor set-ups
Sales Ambassador at Polo Ralph Lauren
May 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Represented brand standards and maintained excellent customer interactions
Bridal Alterations Specialist at David's Bridal
September 1, 2023 - Present
Perform custom alterations for bridal gowns, evening dresses, and flower girl attire; conduct fittings and consultations to ensure optimal garment fit and satisfaction; manage appointment scheduling and provide high-level customer service; execute tasks including hemming, taking in/out seams, and zipper/button replacements.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Madeleine Larouche Bridal Design Studio
February 28, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Collaborated with clients on custom designs and fittings; assisted with consultations, gown alterations, and sewing support; maintained an organized workspace and helped with production timelines.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Priscilla Couture
December 31, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Collaborated with clients on custom designs and fittings; assisted with consultations, gown alterations, and sewing support; maintained an organized workspace and helped with production timelines.
Sales Associate at GUESS INC
November 30, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Delivered personalized customer service and assisted with styling; helped implement visual displays and floor set-ups.
Sales Ambassador at Polo Ralph Lauren
May 31, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Represented brand standards and maintained excellent customer interactions; supported sales goals through styling and customer engagement.
Alteration Specialist at David's Bridal
September 1, 2023 - Present
Perform custom alterations for bridal gowns, evening dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and flower girl attire; conduct fittings and consultations to ensure optimal garment fit and satisfaction; manage appointment scheduling and provide high-level customer service; execute tasks including hemming, taking in/out seams, and zipper/button replacements.
Sales Associate at GUESS INC
November 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Delivered personalized customer service and assisted with styling; helped implement visual displays and floor set-ups.
Sales Ambassador at Polo Ralph Lauren
May 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Represented brand standards and maintained excellent customer interactions.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Priscilla Couture
December 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Collaborated with clients on custom designs and fittings; assisted with consultations, garment alterations, and sewing support; maintained an organized workspace and helped production timelines.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Madelaine Larouche Bridal Design Studio
February 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Assisted in pattern making, sewing, and fittings for custom bridal gowns; supported clients in selecting ready-to-wear options and provided styling guidance; gained hands-on experience with high-end couture construction.
Alteration Specialist at David's Bridal
September 1, 2023 - Present
Perform custom alterations for bridal gowns, evening dresses, and flower girl attire. Conduct fittings and consultations to ensure optimal garment fit and satisfaction. Manage appointment scheduling and provide high-level customer service. Execute tasks including hemming, taking in/out seams, and zipper/button replacements.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Madelange Larouche Bridal Design Studio
February 28, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Assisted in pattern making, sewing, and fittings for custom bridal gowns. Supported clients in selecting ready-to-wear options and provided styling guidance. Gained hands-on experience with high-end couture construction.
Fashion Designer Assistant at Pris cilla Couture
December 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Collaborated with clients on custom designs and fittings. Assisted with consultations, garment alterations, and sewing support. Maintained an organized work space and helped production timelines.
Sales Associate at GUESS INC
November 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Delivered personalized customer service and assisted with styling. Helped implement visually appealing displays and floor set-ups.
Sales Ambassador at Polo Ralph Lauren
May 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Represented brand standards and maintained excellent customer interactions.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fashion Design, Minor in Business at Moore College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Certificate in Design Fundamentals at Art Institute of Philadelphia
June 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fashion Design, Minor in Business at Moore College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2022
Certificate in Design Fundamentals at Art Institute of Philadelphia
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fashion Design, Minor in Business at Moore College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Dean's List at Moore College of Art & Design
January 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Moore College Dean's Scholarship at Moore College of Art & Design
January 1, 2020 - September 16, 2025
Certificate in Design Fundamentals at Art Institute of Philadelphia
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2017

Qualifications

Certificate in Design Fundamentals
June 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Design Fundamentals Certificate
June 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Dean's List
January 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Moore College Dean's Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - September 16, 2025
W. W. Smith Charitable Trust Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Certificate in Design Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2017

Industry Experience

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