FAITH HRINKEVICH
WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER
Womenswear designer specializing in Soft Wovens with experience at Michael Kors and Alice + Olivia. Skilled in CAD development, tech pack execution, fittings, and product development, with a foundation in draping and pattern making from FIT. My work combines technical precision with refined contemporary aesthetic.
Michael Kors
2023 – Current
At Michael Kors, I contribute to the RTW Soft Wovens team, supporting seasonal collection development from concept through production. My responsibilities include CAD creation, tech pack development in Centric PLM, BOM management, and detailed flat sketching. I conduct trend and vintage research, collaborate with overseas factories, and participate in weekly fittings to refine silhouette, construction, and fit. My work spans georgette, satin, cotton, and novelty categories, contributing to commercially successful ready-to-wear styles.
Alice + Olivia
2023
As a Design Assistant at Alice + Olivia, I collaborated across Soft Wovens, Tailored Wovens, and Print Design teams to develop seasonal concepts and engineered prints. I created stripe, plaid, and placement CADs for production styles, ensuring accuracy and visual impact. This experience refined my eye for color, print scale, and detail while working within a fast-paced contemporary brand.
Cucculelli Shaheen
2022
At Cucculelli Shaheen, I gained hands-on experience in couture-level design, specializing in embroidery and embellishment development. I supported client appointments, illustrated intricate layouts, and contributed to runway preparation for NYFW. This role deepened my appreciation for storytelling through design and strengthened my ability to merge artistry with technical precision.