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Megan Eleanor Graham

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Discerning and detail-oriented creative with five years’ experience working as a womenswear designer and over ten years in luxury retail.

About

Discerning and detail-oriented creative with five years’ experience working as a womenswear designer and over ten years in luxury retail. I take a sustainable approach to fabric selection, with a passion for producing high-quality garments, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design—while also stressing the importance of the supply chain.

My work is pioneering and explores textile technologies and future solutions. I combine creative direction with strong product development, technical packs, supplier/manufacturer collaboration, quality control, and commercial brand building across e-commerce and social platforms.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined July 2026

Industry experience

  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Education
  • Manufacturing

Work experience· 6 roles

Founder & Creative Director – Studio Parobelle · Studio ParobelleSep 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

Designed and developed collections from concept through to final production. Conducted historical research and sustainable fabric sourcing from Ireland, Scotland, Japan, and Italy; created technical packs and product specifications; liaised with factories and fabric mills to oversee sampling, production timelines, quality control, and delivery schedules; managed sourcing, supplier relationships, pricing, and terms. Oversaw end-to-end product development including fittings, sample approvals, fabric testing, and production sign-off. Built and maintained brand visual identity across creative direction, shoots, packaging, and online presence; executed marketing strategy across social media, e-commerce, influencer collaborations, and digital campaigns. Managed e-commerce operations, customer service, sales analysis, budgeting, invoicing, cash flow, supplier payments, logistics, and import coordination; analysed feedback to guide future collection decisions.

Product Developer · Kit Blake, LondonJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Developed and updated chino styles, including producing and grading to commercial size charts. Updated and maintained trouser patterns using hand sketching and CAD. Worked closely with the creative director and marking team on fabric and design choices. Sourced and found factories and mills in Europe with efficient production and suitable MOQs.

Designer and Product Developer · Drake’s, LondonJan 2022 – Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Coordinated with creative leadership and internal teams to produce seasonal collections and pushed multiple new designs for AW24 and SS25. Designed and developed waxed cotton, leather, and suede bags for launch from AW23. Worked across outerwear, denim and dye, embroidery, and accessories, including collaborations with Aimé Leon Dore, Yuketen, Paraboot, and Sebago. Produced technical designs from conception to factory (fabric/trim selection, vendor and factory selection, and meetings). Conducted international market research to source third-party items, with emphasis on Japanese and Indian collaborations and white-label sourcing. Arranged regular meetings to promote textile development and sustainability across UK, Europe, Asia, and India; sourced and developed textiles (including waxed madras, block prints, and dyed fabrics).

Maker · Simply Sanitise, BelfastJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos
Designer and Maker · Teachers in UAE, BelfastJan 2019 – Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 1 mo
Key Holder, Sales Associate and Stylist · Envoy of BelfastJan 2017 – Jan 2023 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Education

MA History of Design · Royal College of Art / Victoria & Albert Museum, London2020 – 2022
BA with Diploma in Professional Practice (Textile Art Design and Fashion) · Ulster University, Belfast2015 – 2019

Certifications and awards

Naylor Prize (Object Essay) - Royal College of Art2021 – 2026
First Steps to Supporting Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (FST) - University of Ulster2020 – 2026
Finalist for Graduate Fashion Designer - Institute Designers Ireland2019 – 2026
Best in Fashion - Ulster University (sponsored by Invest Northern Ireland)2019 – 2026

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