EXPERIENCE
Accessories Designer, 2023 - PRESENT
Successfully launched the first fully merchandised accessories collection for the brand. Designed and developed cohesive gender-specific collections in collaboration with Creative Director Russell Westbrook and the Women's and Men's Ready-to-Wear teams. Managed the sourcing process and worked directly with overseas manufacturers throughout all development stages, from initial sample creation to bulk production.
HONOR THE GIFT
Accessories Design Consultant 2025 - PRESENT
Work directly with Daniella Shevel to develop the design DNA for the launch of her handbag division, successfully translating techniques and language from footwear to accessories. Conduct comprehensive market research on competitors and industry trends. Create technical handmade mockups, detailed sketches, Adobe Suite renders, and factory-standard tech packs. Source international factories and support all stages from sampling to production.
DANIELLA SHEVEL
Accessories Design Consultant 2025 - PRESENT
Work with the Kwasi Paul executive team to bring the brand’s accessories vision to life and support its early growth including the jewelry, handbag and SLG divisions. Contribute to brand direction through trend research and product development across categories. Source international factories and deliver creative concepts and technical packages while collaborating through all stages from sampling to final production.
KWASI PAUL
Accessories Designer and Developer 2019 - 2022
Manage and executed the design and development for all product in the handbag, sock and home category equaling $40 million in business. Worked directly with the product line team to launch design and sampling of new silhouettes for each season including inline and collaborations. Worked directly with our overseas team in China creating technical packages and implementing construction techniques from 1st sample to production.
UGG
Creative Director / Designer 2020 - 2023
A luxury ready to wear line that draws influence from scenic california landscapes and cars from by gone eras. Each product is handmade in Los Angeles. Managed sourcing all local manufacturing and off shore suppliers while executing all detailed elements of garments from initial design to final production. Conceptualized and creative directed all photoshoots and brand strategies.
CURRUS DESIGN INC.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Accessories Design
SCAD MENTORSHIP PROGRAM - 2019
Chosen to participate in a 3 month mentorship for my senior thesis with Adidas Innovation Director Mesrop Megrabyan.
SCAD HONG KONG IMMERSION PROGRAM - 2017
Chosen to attend a 3 week immersion course in Hong Kong and Mainland China. Visited large scale factories to learn mass production techniques and attended seminars as apart of Fashion Week.
SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
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