Fashion

Independent Sales Representitve

I have been in the fashion industry for nearly 15 years and have experience in a variety of fields ranging from retail and wholesale to design and manufacturing. In 2012 I received my Bachelors Degree in Design from UC Davis where they stressed the importance of sustainability in the fashion business. This is something that has continued to be very important to me and I hope to contribute to a cleaner apparel industry throughout my career. 

After graduating, I returned to school at the Portland Fashion Institute (formerly Portland Sewing) to further my education in the business side of the apparel industry, culminating in the launch of my own sustainable clothing label, Lostwood Lane. I am currently self employed as a wholesale rep, serving independent apparel, accessory and stationary companies from Portland, OR but am exploring career moves within the apparel industry. 

Skills: -MS Word and Excel - Adobe Illustrator - Flat Patternmaking, Wovens and Knits - Tech Packs and Spec Packs - Fashion Illustration - Industrial Machine Sewing - Draping - Apparel Construction - Wardrobe Styling

•	Clothing, Accessory and Stationary wholesale focusing on products designed and manufactured in the Pacific Northwest. 
•	Research potential stockists and build relationships with buyers.
•	Attend trade shows
•	Communicate feedback from buyers to designers to help them improve their offerings and sales. 


Product development from concept to sample making.

Trend, color, construction detail and market research.

Mood boards, sketching, pattern making, fitting, styling.

Fabric and trim selection and sourcing

Brand development, design, production management, wholesale.

Owner/Designer

Assisted Owner/Designer with all types of tasks including sample cutting and sewing, social media and researching wholesale opportunities. Was quickly promoted to wholesale representative.

Assisted with photo shoots and runway shows including styling models.

Managed website and Etsy store.

Studio Assistant

•	Wardrobe styling for women sizes XS-3XL. Recommended dresses and separates to fit and flatter different body shapes. 
•	Created and implemented a marketing plan to increase traffic and sales in the store. 
•	Promoted sustainability through local production. 
•	As Assistant Buyer, developed a buy plan based on passed sales, goals and market trends. Responsible for finding new artists and curating the boutique's assortment.


Store Manager/Assistant Buyer

Was hired as a Studio Assistant/Intern and was quickly given more responsibility as I demonstrated my ability to take initiative, multi-task and problem-solve. Within 6 months, I was offered partnership in the boutique.

Responsible for developing new styles including sketching, pattern making, grading, sample sewing, production cutting and sewing. Oversaw production and quality control; ensuring that fulfillment deadlines were met on time. Conducted fit sessions and revised patterns and samples as needed.

Store operations including sales, buying, inventory management, visual merchandising, bookkeeping, and strategic planning.

Spearheaded company’s expansion into the plus size market. Helped to increase sales of Mag-Big's house line by over 100% over the previous year.

Created and implemented employee training guidelines and handbook to increase accountability.

Production Designer/Manager

Find out detailed information about Becca Larson, Independent Sales Representitve in Eugene, OR

Becca Larson: Independent Sales Representitve in Eugene, OR

Becca Larson

Cascadia Wholesale

Lostwood Lane

Hubris Apparel

Union Rose

Mag-Big

Portland Fashion Institute

University of California Davis