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JENNIFER

PORTFOLIO

Table of Content

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About Me p.3 Resume p.4Transcript p.5Letter of Recommendation p.6Letter from Department Head p.7Certificate of Achievement p.8Internship p.9Visual Journal p.10-14Fashion Show Production p.15Visual Merchandising p.16Historical Costume p.17Advanced Product Development p. 18- 21Fundamentals of Fashion p.22Basic Construction p.23 Textiles p.24Product Development p.25-p.26New York City Tour p.27Paris Tour p.28China Tour p.29Problem Solving p.30Merchandise Planning p.31- p.32Fashion Competition p.33Charities and Activities p. 34Entrepreneurship p.35

About MePast: I am a graduate from Missouri State University. I have earned a Bachelors of Science, with a major in Fashion Merchandising and a minor in Marketing. After college, I began managing a Claire’s Boutique in St. Louis, Missouri. During my time as manager, I received great achievement by increasing in sales, receiving elite shrink results, and training members of staff to move up within the company.

Present: I am currently living in the greater Chicago area working at Claire’s Corporate as a In-Store Presentation Coordinator. I am apart of a team that designs the setup and look of Claire’s stores. I look at everything I do in life as a learning experience.

Future: I plan on continuing to grow and prosper. Try to be a better person each and everyday, to improve my flaws and my strengths. To continue to take advantage of every opportunity that comes my way. I wanted to surround myself with other positive people and never lose my way.

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Resume

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Transcript

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Letter of Recommendation

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Letter From Department Head

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Certificate of AchievementAs Store Manager

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Internship

Internship at Anonymous Showroom in New York City. Anonymous is a multi-line showroom in the heart of the Fashion District, supplying lines such as Kay Celine, Sienna Rose and Love Amour. There I prepared and gave buying presentations and worked closely with buyers and vendors. While I was interning I trained two French interns as well. Living and working in New York City was a great experience.

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Visual Journal

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Red Orange

Yellow Green

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Blue

Violet

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Fashion Show Production

Class Description: An experimental based fashion experience that provides opportunities to develop various forms of fashion production and promotion.

The objective was to build to Spring Fashion Show from the ground up. Dividing the class into small groups to rise money, gather ideas, find models and promote the show. Being apart of Modeling Committee our biggest responsibilities were to arranging and promoting Model Calls, teach the models to walk properly down the runway and schedule for hair and make up for the day of the show. Not only did I assisted with the production of the show I modeled as well.

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Visual Merchandising

Class Description: Visual Merchandising for the fashion industry is explored. Students will be exposed to background lighting, styling, visual placement, display focal points, along with photography perspectives to include catalog, magazine, and ad layouts.

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The color theme is gold and a winter white. There are small presents displayed with a globe vase that has been decorated with snow flakes and contains ordainments.

The objective was to set up a table display for the holiday season. This table actually sold two days after the display was set up.

The objective to the second project was to create a miniature display case containing all sustainable materials. The theme of this case is New York City Shoes. Each shoe was once worn then recreated to give it a different look. The display case itself were scraps of plastic put together to form a case. Each shoe represents New York City: Taxis, Central Park, New York Times and the Statue of Liberty.

Historical Costume

Class Description: The study of apparel and fashion accessories from the beginning of time to the present. And analysis of global culture forces that parallel social, economic, political and technological influences on fashion trends will be examined to determine impact.

The contemporary garment mimics the Late Middle Ages dress because of the off the shoulder sleeves. Also, both garments have a narrow silhouette that has a slightly longer in

the back.

Both the contemporary gown and the historical dress from The Directoire Period are similar due to the ruffles and off the shoulder sleeves.

The Contemporary garment relates to the dress from The Romantic Period because both gowns contain a belt creating a higher waistline as well as a low neckline. Also, they are both made of a sheer material allowing the dress to flow.

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Advance Product Development

Class Description: Direct application of building a product line from specifications and sample development though the production process and distribution channels.

An entire product line was created starting with a Japanese Street Fashion as the inspiration, targeting children, creating a mood, color pallet, fabrications, specification sheets and sketches for each of the four seasons. As well as figuring a price point, putting together a production calendar and distribution.

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Advance Product Development Cont.

Class Description: Direct application of building a product line from specifications and sample development though the production process and distribution channels.

Summer

Winter Fall

Spring

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Advance Product Development

A contest for this class was to created and designed a hat for the Final Four Basketball. We worked with The Game so the hat required their logo, the Final Four logo and the College logo. The hat chosen would have been produced for 2008 College Basketball Champions.

Class Description: Direct application of building a product line from specifications and sample development though the production process and distribution channels.

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Advance Product Development

Class Description: Direct application of building a product line from specifications and sample development though the production process and distribution channels.

Business CardHang Tag

Store Credit Card Store Gift Card

Fashion One was a line that was created for a contest taking place at the Kansas City Career Day. And from that I came up with a Logo, business card, hang tag, credit card and gift card.

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Fundamentals of Fashion

Class Description: Overview of the global Fashion Industry from textile production to the retail level. Career options in the fashion industry are highlighted.

MOOD

Tea Party: This is an inspiration board that is targeted to young girls. The colors are softer and fabric includes satin and sheer materials.

Play Time: This is an inspiration board that is targeted towards young boys and girls. It is a fun and colorful line of clothing. Fabrics include cotton and cotton blends.

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Basic Construction

Class Description: Apparel construction techniques using commercial patterns. Emphasis on fitting different body forms.

Button up shirt

Boxe

r Sho

rts

French Knot

Stitches

Zipper

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Textiles

Class Description: Study of fiber, yarns, fabrics, and finishes as they pertain to both residential/ commercial fabrics and apparel textiles.

^^This is a magazine spread created to reach those college ladies that are going on spring break on a budget. Provided are several ways to mix and match your outfits. As well as where to purchase affordable swim suits and those very need accessories.

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Product Development

Class Description: An examination of the design, manufacture and marketing of products in today's global economy.

^^ Color Wheel is designed to show all the visible colors. Complementary colors are opposite each other, with secondary colors and so fall between primary colors.

I created and designed a product to be sold to tween which range from 8-13 years of age. The product are a pair of jean capris that will be sold at Limited Too. vv

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Product Development

Class Description: An examination of the design, manufacture and marketing of products in today's global economy.

Silhouette Analysis

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New York

Being apart of the New York City Study Tour gave the opportunity to explore the Big Apple Visit companies such as Tommy Hilfiger, Jones New York and Anonymous Showroom.

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Paris

Being apart of the Paris Study Tour I received the opportunity to explore this amazing city. Learning about the culture, visiting historical landmark and museums. Meet designers and go to fashion shows.

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China

Being apart of the China Study Tour I received the chance to explore Beijing, Dalian and Shanghai. Learn about the Chinese culture, visit historic landmarks, and attain information about the silk factories, pearls, markets and much more.

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Problem Solving and Negotiation Techniques

Class Description: This course will familiarize students with terminology, fundamental principles and techniques of merchandising calculations.

Average Stock = Net Sales for the Period / Stock Turn for the Period

Initial Markup % Needed = (Expenses + Profit + Reductions + Alteration/Workroom costs – Cash discounts) / (Net Sales + Reductions)

Average Stock for the Season =Sales for the Season / Stock Turnover for the Season

Maintained Markup % = (Net Sales – Gross Cost of Merchandise Sold) / Net Sales

BOM Stock = Planned Sales for the Month x Planned Stock – Sales Ratio

OTB = Planned Sales + Planned EOM Stock + Reductions – Inventory on Hand – Merchandise on Order

Cumulative Markup % = (Total Merchandise Handled at Retail – Total Merchandise Handled at Cost) / Total Merchandise Handled at Retail

Planned Purchases at Retail = Planned Sales + EOM Stock + Reductions – BOM Stock

Customer Return % = Customer Returns / Gross Sales

Sales per Square Foot of Selling Space = Net Sales for Year / Square Feet of Selling Space

Gross Cost of Merchandise Sold = Cost of Total Merchandise Handled – Coast Value of Closing Inventory

Shortage/Overage % = (Closing Book Inventory – Closing Physical Inventory) / Net Sales for Period

Gross Margin $ =Net Sales – Total Cost of Merchandise Sold

Stock-Sales Ratio =BOM Retail Stock / Net Sales for Month

Gross Margin % =Gross Margin $ / Average Inventory at Cost

Stock Turnover = Net Sales for Period / Average Stock for Period

Initial Markup % = (Initial Retail Value of Merchandise – Cost of Merchandise) / Initial Retail Value of Merchandise

Total Cost of Merchandise Sold = Gross Cost of Merchandise Sold – Cash Discounts + Alteration Costs

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Merchandise Planning

Class Description: The planning, buying, selling, and promotional of apparel and accessories on all levels of the Fashion Industry. Case studies include merchandising mathematics, product development, vendor relations, negotiation strategies, and conflict management.

FALL   AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB SEASON TOTAL

                   

SALES $ LY $225,000 $300,000 $210,000 $255,000 $390,000 $120,000  $1,500,000

  Plan $231,750 $309,000 $216,300 $262,650 $401,700 $123,600  $1,545,000

  % Inc/Dec 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%  3.0%

  Revised                

  Actual                                   

STOCK/SALES LY 3.9 3.0 4.1 3.6 2.5 6.3 5.7  

RATIO Plan 3.9 3.0 4.1 3.6 2.5 6.3 5.7                     

BOM STOCK LY $877,500 $900,000 $861,000 $918,000 $975,000 $756,000 $850,000 $876,800 avg.

$ (Retail) Plan $903,825 $927,000 $886,830 $945,540 $1,004,250 $778,680  $907,688 avg.

  Revised                

  Actual                                   

MARKDOWNS LY $90,000 $45,000 $66,000 $52,000 $134,000 $64,000  $450,000

$ Plan $92,237 $46,350 $67,053 $52,230 $136,578 $65,508  $459,956

  % to Sales 41.0% 15.5% 31.9% 20.5% 35.0% 54.6%  29.8%

  % by Month 20.1% 10.1% 14.6% 11.4% 29.7% 14.2%  100.0%

  Revised                

  Actual                                   

PURCHASES LY $337,000 $306,000 $333,000 $363,500 $305,000 $278,000  $1,922,500

$ (Retail) Plan $347,162 $315,180 $342,063 $373,890 $312,708    $1,691,003

  Revised                

  Actual                                   

SEASON TOT. LAST YEAR PLAN ACTUAL

         

Sales   $1,500,000    $1,545,000       Markup %   55%    55%       

Markdown %   30%    30%       

Gross Margin   41.5%    41.5%       

Average Stock   $876,800    $907,688       

Turnover   1.71    1.70       

Six Month Plan

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Merchandise Planning

Class Description: The planning, buying, selling, and promotional of apparel and accessories on all levels of the Fashion Industry. Case studies include merchandising mathematics, product development, vendor relations, negotiation strategies, and conflict management.

< Planned Purchase

Purchase Order>

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Fashion Competitions

Missouri State University hosted a Design Showcase where all Visual Merchandising and Interior Design students were invited to enter a sustainable presentation. Shoes that represent New York City such as the Statue of Liberty, New York Times, Central Park and Taxi Cabs. Everything used to make the finished products were reused, recycled, and/or nontoxic to make this project eco friendly.

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Charities and Activities

Ronald McDonald House

Salvation Army Bell Ringer

Up til Dawn- St. Jude’s Hospital

Relay for Life

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Entrepreneurship

Class Description: Entrepreneurial concepts of opening a business through the development of a business plan.

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Business Description:Modish is a boutique and salon combined. This is a one stop shop for those fashion forward and sophisticated women. And a life changing experience for those women that are not fashion forward but want to take a step to becoming a new and improved person. We offer our expertise on fashion, hair and cosmetics. We guaranty that you will walk out of Modish with your head high and more confident in your self and you appearance then when you walked in. It is our goal to make everyone feel better about the way they look on the outside and as a result feeling more confident about the person they are on the inside.Assortment:On the boutique side we have a missy fit that ranges from XS-XL or size 2-10. We offer a variety of tops, bottoms, dresses and accessories. We offer great customer service and advice on what to wear. We offer women a broad collection of apparel and accessories to meet her needs for sophisticated casual and daytime sportswear to eveningwear. The sportswear collection embodies a mix of lifestyle separates for both day and evening. Our dress collection includes pieces for day and evening and is an important destination for holidays, proms, or special events.And on the salon side we offer hair cut, color and style. We sell a small section of hair products such as hair spray, shampoo and conditioner. All of our stylist are professionally trained and certified. Our makeup artist is a Mary Kay representative that is very knowledgeable on cosmetics and facial sets. We sell the Mary Kay product including the cleansers and facial sets and the cosmetics. Our makeup artist will work with you on which products work best with your complexion and skin type as well as showing how to apply and proper proportions. We have one nail technician which is also certified and offers who works with the latest tools and chemicals to improve the appearance and condition of clients' nails. Nail technicians use their creativity and experience to make unique nail designs. Our nail technician also advises clients about aftercare, and recommends nail care products.Customer Service Each member of our staff is very helpful and wants to find success in helping every customer find what they are looking for. When a guest enters either our boutique or salon they will be greeted and offered a drink. We have a selection of coffee, water, soda, or wine that we will offer every guest to make them feel more relaxed while they spend their precious time in Modish. (They wine will only be offered to guest that are of legal drinking age and are going to spend a significant amount of time in the store.) It is our job to make every new guest become an everyday guest. Our main objective of customer service is to give professional advice and tips on how to look your very best. When a guest is looking for something to wear our staff will take as much time needed to assist the guest and find the perfect outfit. When a guest comes into our salon our stylists will provide they expertise on what hair style will look best on each individual by using the latest techniques. Our make artist will show our guest which Mary Kay products to use based on the guest‘s profile sheet. Our nails technicians will provide improve the appearance and condition of our guest’s nails.