About Aly

I have a Bachelors of Fine Art in Apparel Design, and a minor in Fashion Business. Throughout my career I’ve had the pleasure of wearing a number of hats. Most of my which have been designing for various women’s apparel categories including: ready to wear, special occasion, and sleep. I’ve also worked in print/pattern and designed Men’s and Youth apparel.

In my current role I lead Design for 5 private label brands across categories in both Outlet, and Departments stores. My passions in trend, and design allow me to bring newness to my teams. While my enthusiastic, and inquisitive nature help drive my business categories in meaningful results driven ways. These skills have enabled me to develop and foster relationships between my cross functional partners in all areas. The best parts of my job tend to be collaborating, seeing a product come full circle, and the people I work with.

When I’m not working I like to travel, and seek out new hobbies and experiences to enjoy. Currently obsessed with kayaking!

Current Title: Men’s and Youth Active Designer (Outlet and Department Store)

Recognition:

2017 Finalist, Driehaus Design Initiative

2017 People's Choice, Launch Autohaus Fashion Show, Autohaus on Edens

2017 YMA Scholar, Scholarship, YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund

2017 Top 12 Team Finalist, Kohl's Invitation Case Competition, Kohl's Headquarters

2016 Recipient, Transfer Achievement Scholarship, Columbia College

2015 1st Place, in Fashion Sewing, Crafty's

2015 Recipient, Transfer Achievement Scholarship, Columbia College

2015 Recipent, Hungry for Education Scholarship, Denny's

2015 1st Place, David Womack Memorial Fiber Arts Scholarship, Ianthom Foundation

2015 Finalist, Chicago Fashion Foundation

2015 1st Place, Fashion Group International

2014 Excellence in the Use of Fabric, Harper College

2013 Top Score Jury Show, Harper College

Manifest 2017 Art Festival - Garments featured in school's annual art festival Manifest