WORK HISTORY
Industry Experience
General Merchandise Quality Assistant
at Harley Davidson Motor Co., Milwaukee
August 2016 - Present
Responsible for starting the review of pre-production samples that are submitted
by General Merchandise suppliers for quality review across all categories: Leather, Outerwear, Functional Outerwear, Riding Gear, Sportswear, Denim, Accessories,
Gifts & Collectibles. Areas of review consist of measuring garments, quality of
fabric, stitching, color, graphics, hardware, trims, packaging, labeling, spelling, molding, plating, etc. Meticulous organization skills and attention to detail are key in this role. Mastering the use of FlexPLM, Microsoft Outlook and other computer software is also important to succeeding as a Quality Assistant.
Intern for Rebecca Jefferson, Celebrity Stylist, Hollywood
February 2016
Worked with Rebecca to prepare clients for the Grammy Awards. Assisted
in fittings/meetings with multiple high profile celebrity clients. Trusted to do solo pulls in show rooms and fashion houses. Sorted wardrobes for clients and assisted in styling for a video shoot. Aided Rebecca on the set of E-News and became knowledgeable in budgets and restocking fees.
Diligent Self-Employed Artist/Designer
November 2009 - January 2011
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FASHION PROFILE
About Me
Hi! My name is Ashley Lehnen. I'm a 29 year old fashion professional with 6 years industry experience. I'm recognized as a reliable designer who approaches products with fresh perspective and ingenuity. The ability to throw imaginative and creative ideas together that are equally balanced with knowledge of current fashion trends has always been a natural talent of mine.
I love devoting my time and attention to the industry. Fashion is my PASSION. Aesthetically, I enjoy fine details. Whether that be novelty fabrications, material mixing, construction techniques, unique dye effects, print/pattern and color play.
A motto I live by: Listen, and broaden your understanding with every experience and person you encounter. There's always something to discover. Keep family and friends dear, travel and be happy!
WORK HISTORY
Industry Experience
Designer
Boot Barn, Irvine, CA
2020 - 2022
Women’s Cleo & Wolf collection, Boot Barn’s new non-western line, launching Spring 2022. Specialized focus on fabric selection, unique dye processes and updated silhouettes with the goal to capture a new target market for Boot Barn. "An earthy fit for the free spirit with a bit of edge". Tomboy, "cool girl", casual apparel.
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3 seasons of development, over 200+ products.
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Fully hybrid role of creative design and product development end to end.
Freelance Designer
Self Employed, Huntington Beach, CA
2014 - Present
Worked with client needs whether that be garment design, custom alteration, personal shopping, styling or illustrated commission.
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Created an apparel tech file for a private label company’s first product launch.
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Styled an entrepreneur for her presentation at public speaking event, Tedx Talk.
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Custom designed a ball gown for a client’s wedding day.
Designer - Online Exclusives
Harley Davidson, Milwaukee WI
2019
Worked with men’s and women’s products for Harley-Davidson to produce its first take on “fast fashion”. Utilized proven best-selling bodies to repeat and build newness by either recoloring, changing construction methods, fabric change or graphic update. Ready to wear cut and sew knits, wovens and accessories.
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Designed 39 styles and managed over 100+ supplier sourced styles.
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Daily work in Illustrator, tech packs, BOMs and communication with vendors.
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Cross functional team collaboration for quick and efficient production of styles.
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Assistant Designer - Functional Riding Gear
Harley Davidson, Milwaukee WI
2017 - 2019
Incorporated fashion and function to produce top of the line men’s and women’s performance gear for Harley-Davidson riders. Utilized advanced construction techniques to build gear that provided the utmost protection while on the road. Functional apparel for riding: leather jackets, textile jackets and gloves.
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Designed 20 glove styles, 7 jacket styles and managed 2 additional seasons of glove development.
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Trend research, ideation, sketching and mood board creation.
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Daily work in Illustrator: CAD illustration and tech pack maintenance.
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BOM formatting and updates in accordance with product build.
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Management of prototype development and communication with vendors on needs for the successful advancement of prototypes.
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Responsible for timely sample flow and adherence to the development calendar.
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Presented at key calendar phases for group awareness, agreement and costing check points.
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Attendance of weekly fit sessions to evaluate the look, feel and functionality of prototypes.
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Curated head-to-toe looks with alignment to specific bike launches.
General Merchandise Quality Assistant
Harley Davidson, Milwaukee WI
2016 - 2017
Reviewed pre-production samples for quality review across all categories (casual and functional apparel, accessories, helmets). Evaluated aesthetics of the pre-production samples and packaging/labeling. Ensured each sample met all requirements with the tech pack and bill of materials. Communicated with the designated vendor on accuracy or if improvement was needed.
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Liable for weekly content, care and traceability label approval.
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Responsible for the analysis of bulk shade band submissions.
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Assistance in warranty data entry and other organization.
Assistant Stylist
Bec Gross - Celebrity Stylist, Los Angeles CA
2016
Assisted in the styling of multiple high profile celebrity clientele.
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Prepared clientele for the Grammy Awards.
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Attended styling sessions, video shoots and performed solo pulls at fashion houses.
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Became knowledgeable on budgets and restocking fees.
Student
Study Abroad - Paris, France
December 2014 - Jan 2015
Participated in hands on workshops organized by experienced specialists in textiles, hat making, embroidery, and in the Gres Haute Couture method. I
also had the chance to attend Q&A meetings with Paris Industry Professionals, attend exhibitions, trade shows and help out with Paris Menswear Fashion week.