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I am Annesia Allie, a Creative Director, Designer, and Global Sourcing Leader with over 20 years in luxury and contemporary fashion. I founded Annesia Allie New York and have led design, product development, and production across collections from concept to market, while building sustainable and resilient sourcing networks.
I partner with global brands to fuse creative vision with strategic sourcing, vendor relations, and supply chain management to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and trend-forward solutions. My work spans design leadership and sourcing strategy, with a track record of elevating product while reducing lead times and costs.
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Work Experience
Founder + Creative Director at Annesia Allie New York
January 1, 2015 - PresentFounded and designed the Annesia Allie New York collection; Led creative direction, design, product development, and production. Built sustainable sourcing and vendor partnerships to align with luxury and contemporary markets. Consulted for leading global brands.
Head of US Development at GMS+
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Led U.S. development operations, managing sourcing and production partnerships. Collaborated across international teams to align product development with brand standards and market timelines.
Production Director at Torn By Ronny Kobo + Badgley Mischka
November 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Directed production strategy and execution for two luxury brands. Oversaw vendor management, quality control, and supply chain efficiency across categories.
Creative Consultant – Sourcing + Product Development + Production at Danerys New York
May 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Delivered full-spectrum consulting in sourcing, product development, and production. Built sustainable supply chain solutions and collaborated with design teams to deliver market-ready collections.
Chief Creative Officer (CCO) at VKTORI
April 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Spearheaded development of a neurodivergence-inspired fashion label, overseeing creative direction, product development, and brand strategy from inception to launch.
Director of Materials R&D; + Sourcing at BCBG Max Azria (The Levy Group)
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024Oversaw end-to-end materials development for multiple divisions. Championed sustainability initiatives, established mill/vendor standards, and partnered with design teams to deliver innovation and cost-effective solutions. Mentored teams and developed a comprehensive materials library.
Sustainability Specialist at Parsons Paris Fashion & Luxury Online Courses
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022Designed and taught sustainability-focused courses for global students in luxury and fashion programs. Integrated sourcing and supply chain knowledge with design practices.
Product Development + Technical Design at Jordan (Nike, Freelance)
October 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022Advised on luxury apparel production strategy for Jordan. Defined sourcing strategies, managed vendor negotiations, and optimized fabric development processes with focus on innovation.
Sr. Manager of Materials + Sourcing – All Divisions at Tommy Hilfiger
June 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014Directed materials sourcing for all divisions; developed resilient supply chain strategies to reduce lead times, enhance vendor collaboration, and strengthen product innovation across categories.
Director of Materials + Color, Concept, Trend at Zac Posen
June 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012Led materials development and sourcing for multiple categories including runway and accessories. Established vendor scorecards and streamlined processes to support innovation.
Senior Materials Manager, Sourcing, Production, Product Development at Kate Spade New York
February 1, 2009 - June 1, 2011Oversaw sourcing, development, and procurement strategies. Implemented sustainable sourcing initiatives, optimized raw material use, and drove cross-functional collaboration across design, production, and supply chain.
Senior Materials Development Manager at Ralph Lauren
October 1, 2006 - February 1, 2009Directed sourcing and trend development for Ralph Lauren Blue Label. Negotiated with mills, refined global sourcing strategies, and ensured premium product delivery aligned with brand standards.
Fabric Production Manager at Elie Tahari
January 1, 2003 - August 1, 2006Managed sourcing and development of woven and knit fabrics. Established supplier performance metrics, optimized vendor relations, and achieved cost savings while maintaining luxury quality.
Materials Associate at Ralph Lauren
November 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003Supported sourcing and materials development. Assisted with vendor relations, tracking fabric approvals, and contributing to production efficiency improvements.
Education
B.A. Marketing at Hofstra University
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026A.A. Fashion & Merchandising at Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Qualifications
Artificial Creativity
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Fashion Systems
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Fashion Retail Transformation
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Digital Fashion Reality
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Psychological First Aid
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Introduction to Psychology
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Industry Experience
Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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