Sarah Bryden
A multi-product designer with over 15 years of experience in the textile and apparel industry. Experienced in textile design, surface pattern design, garment design and art.
About
A multi-product designer with over 15 years of experience in the textile and apparel industry. Experienced in textile design, surface pattern design, garment design and art. I have worked with major UK retailers in developing commercial ranges. I have a strong focus on sustainability in decision-making in the design process.
- 38 years' experience
- Joined June 2026
Industry experience
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Goods
- Education
- Professional Services
Work experience· 9 roles
Development of Level 4 Apprenticeship Modules; ESG reporting frameworks; the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); regulations; systems thinking and critical analysis; circular design principles; product lifecycle and sustainable product development; and greenwashing.
Led design and product development across multiple categories; supporting cross-team and cross-country collaboration between buying and merchandising; critical-path and sample development. Collaborating with Chinese merchandisers on sampling, product development, and factory production. Delivered best-selling products informed by research and customer insights. Visited garment factories in China and dye houses and mills in China to gain a full understanding of the fabric and dyeing processes. Global communication with teams in the UK, US, China and Bangladesh.
Designing print, surface patterns and products for retail customers in the UK and China based on current trends. Range and sample development and management. Digital and hand-drawn design whilst creating factory-ready prints in Illustrator and Photoshop.
Education
Certifications and awards· 6
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