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I have been designing garments for over 15 years and have a true passion to innovate and challenge the fashion industry to reduce waste, whilst striving to be a leader of upcoming cellulose fibres and recycled fabrications. I encourage others to dare and take risks with new ideas, while still securing the offer of core best sellers within the range. My experience across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery, and accessories for kids and newborn age groups has given me confidence to explore menswear product areas too. As a global traveller, former Scuba Diving Instructor and marine conservationist/biologist, I strive to be a conscious consumer and understand the climate crisis with awareness of public lifestyle and attitude changes of the sustainable active customer. On my travels I have sourced sustainably made/recycled fabrics across many product types and have mill and factory contacts in the industry. I have a good understanding of pattern cutting, sales, costings, merchandising processes and account management. I love sourcing and developing trims and fabrics in trend-led colour and texture direction. I have a strong understanding of target markets and work well both independently and as part of a creative team.…I have been designing garments for over 15 years and have a true passion to innovate and challenge the fashion industry to reduce waste, whilst striving to be a leader of upcoming cellulose fibres and recycled fabrications. I encourage others to dare and take risks with new ideas, while still securing the offer of core best sellers within the range. My experience across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery, and accessories for kids and newborn age groups has given me confidence to explore menswear product areas too. As a global traveller, former Scuba Diving Instructor and marine conservationist/biologist, I strive to be a conscious consumer and understand the climate crisis with awareness of public lifestyle and attitude changes of the sustainable active customer. On my travels I have sourced sustainably made/recycled fabrics across many product types and have mill and factory contacts in the industry. I have a good understanding of pattern cutting, sales, costings, merchandising processes and account management. I love sourcing and developing trims and fabrics in trend-led colour and texture direction. I have a strong understanding of target markets and work well both independently and as part of a creative team.

Philippa Hall

Designer, Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, +4

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I have been designing garments for over 15 years and have a true passion to innovate and challenge the fashion industry to reduce waste, whilst striving to be a leader of upcoming cellulose fibres and recycled fabrications. I encourage others to dare and take risks with new ideas, while still securing the offer of core best sellers within the range. My experience across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery, and accessories for kids and newborn age groups has given me confidence to explore menswear product areas too. As a global traveller, former Scuba Diving Instructor and marine conservationist/biologist, I strive to be a conscious consumer and understand the climate crisis with awareness of public lifestyle and attitude changes of the sustainable active customer. On my travels I have sourced sustainably made/recycled fabrics across many product types and have mill and factory contacts in the industry. I have a good understanding of pattern cutting, sales, costings, merchandising processes and account management. I love sourcing and developing trims and fabrics in trend-led colour and texture direction. I have a strong understanding of target markets and work well both independently and as part of a creative team.…I have been designing garments for over 15 years and have a true passion to innovate and challenge the fashion industry to reduce waste, whilst striving to be a leader of upcoming cellulose fibres and recycled fabrications. I encourage others to dare and take risks with new ideas, while still securing the offer of core best sellers within the range. My experience across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery, and accessories for kids and newborn age groups has given me confidence to explore menswear product areas too. As a global traveller, former Scuba Diving Instructor and marine conservationist/biologist, I strive to be a conscious consumer and understand the climate crisis with awareness of public lifestyle and attitude changes of the sustainable active customer. On my travels I have sourced sustainably made/recycled fabrics across many product types and have mill and factory contacts in the industry. I have a good understanding of pattern cutting, sales, costings, merchandising processes and account management. I love sourcing and developing trims and fabrics in trend-led colour and texture direction. I have a strong understanding of target markets and work well both independently and as part of a creative team.

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I have been designing garments for over 15 years and have a true passion to innovate and challenge the fashion industry to reduce waste, whilst striving to be a leader of upcoming cellulose fibres and recycled fabrications. I encourage others to dare and take risks with new ideas, while still securing the offer of core best sellers within the range.

My experience across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery, and accessories for kids and newborn age groups has given me confidence to explore menswear product areas too. As a global traveller, former Scuba Diving Instructor and marine conservationist/biologist, I strive to be a conscious consumer and understand the climate crisis with awareness of public lifestyle and attitude changes of the sustainable active customer. On my travels I have sourced sustainably made/recycled fabrics across many product types and have mill and factory contacts in the industry. I have a good understanding of pattern cutting, sales, costings, merchandising processes and account management. I love sourcing and developing trims and fabrics in trend-led colour and texture direction. I have a strong understanding of target markets and work well both independently and as part of a creative team.

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Work Experience

Menswear Denim, Casual & Formal Trs, Shirts & Tailoring Designer at Next Sourcing

March 1, 2023 - September 12, 2024

*Independently design & develop full product collections for Menswear Woven & Denim product ranges including Tailoring, shirts & trouser ranges *Trend Forecasting & professional Seasonal considered design presentations to customers, buyers, suppliers etc *Eye for detail in sampling through fabric sourcing & trim development *Travel for both inspiration & territory development trips including mills & factories. *Technically spec design packs & artworks in a clear & concise manner *Liaise with Buying & Merchandising teams regarding Critical Path deadlines are met in fast paced environments *Manage overseas territory development team to ensure smapling standards & expectations are adhered to with effective problem solving & deadlines met *Comp shops & Shop reports on target markets *Presentations to customers online & in person to build rapport & understand customers needs *Introduce innovative ideas & present in professional manner with open mind

Boyswear Woven Designer at Next Plc & Next Sourcing

March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023

*Independently design & develop full product collections for Boyswear Woven product ranges including denim & woven trs, shorts, shirts, smart sets, occasionwear, dungarees, tailoring & schoolwear across all age groups *Trend Forecasting & professional Seasonal considered design presentations to customers, buyers, suppliers etc *Eye for detail in sampling through fabric sourcing & trim development *Travel for both inspiration & territory development trips including mills & factories. *Technically spec design packs & artworks in a clear & concise manner *Liaise with Buying & Merchandising teams regarding Critical Path deadlines are met in fast paced environments *Manage overseas territory development team to ensure sampling standards & expectations are adhered to with effective problem solving & deadlines met *Comp shops & Shop reports on target markets *Presentations to customers online & in person to build rapport & understand customers needs *Introduce innovative ideas & present in professional manner with open mind

Newborn Designer at Next Plc

August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2021

*Independently design & develop full product collections for Newborn product including sleepsuits, bodysuits, accessories, knitwear for Newborn Boys, girls & Unisex collections. *Trend Forecasting & professional Seasonal considered design presentations to customers, buyers, suppliers etc *Eye for detail in sampling through fabric sourcing & trim development *Travel for both inspiration & territory development trips including mills & factories. *Technically spec design packs & artworks in a clear & concise manner *Liaise with Buying & Merchandising teams regarding Critical Path deadlines are met in fast paced environments *Manage overseas territory development team to ensure sampling standards & expectations are adhered to with effective problem solving & deadlines met *Comp shops & Shop reports on target markets *Presentations to customers online & in person to build rapport & understand customers needs *Introduce innovative ideas & present in professional manner with open mind

Freelance Designer (Children'swear & Menswear) at Self-employed

September 1, 2024 - Present

Designing garments for over 15 years with a passion to innovate and reduce waste. Experience across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery, and newborn accessories; expanding into menswear product areas. Skilled in pattern cutting, sales, costings, merchandising processes, and account management; adept at sourcing trims and fabrics and directing trend-led color and texture. Strong at balancing independent work with collaborative teams and maintaining mill/factory contacts for sustainable fabric development and budget-conscious options.

PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer & Marine Conservationist at Global

May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019

Instruct students of all ages and abilities how to safely scuba dive and enjoy the underwater world. Raise awareness and educate communities on the impact of plastic waste and sustainable lifestyle choices. Develops communication, leadership, and public engagement skills while fostering a basis for sustainable materials thinking and global collaboration.

Emergency First Responder Volunteer at British Red Cross

January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Volunteer role supporting emergency response activities and community safety initiatives in Leicester, UK during 2013.

Freelance Designer at Self-employed / Freelance

September 1, 2024 - Present

I am a designer of childrenswear and menswear with 15+ years of experience, focused on innovative and sustainable design, reducing waste, and leading development of cellulose fibres and recycled fabrics. I work across jersey, wovens, denim, knitwear, outerwear, schoolwear, occasionwear, hosiery and accessories for kids and newborns, with strong pattern cutting, merchandising, sales, costings and account management. I source/trial trims and fabrics in trend-led color and texture, and build strategic ranges that combine core best sellers with bold, sustainable innovations.