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Judy ThomasArt & Design

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I am an accomplished designer specializing in handbags, belts, small leather goods, accessories and related hardware. My Fine Arts background lends a keen eye and aesthetic to every aspect of my life and career.

My expertise includes product development, Adobe® CS6, PLM, and technical packages. Hand me an engaging project that challenges my creative intuition and logistical skills and I will produce a cost-effective line that is brand aware and appeals to the target customer.

I love to engage with people, exchange ideas and problem solve. My extensive travels include the Far East, India and Europe.

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JUDY THOMASfor

COLLEZIONE

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1990-1998

…a labor of love

Judy Thomas for Collezione

Customer Profile

…sophisticated

….well-travelled

…intelligent

…ageless

© Judy Thomas 2013Raffia tote bag featured in Accessories Magazine, November 1993

•Neiman Marcus•Nordstrom•Saks Fifth Avenue•Henry Bendel•Belk Brothers

Sold at upscale department stores and specialty boutiques including…

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Featured editorials included WWD & Accessories Magazine

Steve Madden Handbags

La Rue International

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Design Director

2001-2003

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Customer Profile

…young

...trendy

…brand conscious

…impulse buyer

• Macy’s• Steve Madden• Burlington

Sold at department stores and specialty boutiques including…

Suede with fringe featured in national advertising campaign

Steve Madden HandbagsLa Rue InternationalDesign Director

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Fall 2007 floor set at Macy’s Herald Square

Steve Madden HandbagsLa Rue InternationalDesign Director

‘Scarlet’ Pleather

‘Paris’ Pleather

It was an exciting time to be in midtown during my tenure at Steve Madden Handbags. I started this job in August 2011. Then the impact of 9-11 brought the retail market to a standstill. In this tough environment I found myself jetting around the world - sourcing new concepts in Los Angeles, London, Paris, Florence and Tokyo, working tirelessly with the sample rooms in Hong Kong and mainland China, and hand carrying dozens of samples through customs each season to arrive at the showroom on schedule.

• Best sellers

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• Best sellers

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Design board for Xhilaration created in Adobe® Illustrator

La Rue InternationalDesign Director, Handbags

Managed development projects with Target to generate over $20M annual wholesale in key programs for Mossimo and Xhilaration.

© JudyThomas 2010 Fashion Trend bags and wallets – proto samples with specially designed hardware.

La Rue InternationalDesign Director, Handbags Designed and Managed development

projects for in-house lines and other licensed products.

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Print and pattern development using Adobe® Illustrator.


Designed and Managed development projects for in-house lines and other licensed products.

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Design board for Men’s ‘Back to School’ created in Adobe® Illustrator



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Design board for Mossimo Unisex ‘Back to School’ created in Adobe® Illustrator



J.Jill Group

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DesignerHandbags, Belts & SLG’s

2004-2008

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J.Jill GroupDesigner, Handbags & Leather Goods

J. Jill is a lifestyle brand for the 40+ woman. The muse 'Jill' loves an easy-care wardrobe that is casual and sophisticated. She chooses artisan details that speak to her unique personality

Customer Profile

…ageless & confident

…career & family

…brand loyal

…adds to wardrobe

…unique personality

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J.Jill GroupDesigner, Small Leather Goods

Crinkled leather saddle bag featured in national advertising campaign

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Omni Channel Retailer• Brick & Mortar• Print Catalog • Web

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Genuine leather accessories with artisan detailing

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Classics for everyday


….Summer canvas

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Designer, Classic Leather Goods

Croco with Sterling Buckle

J.Jill original designs

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J.Jill GroupDesigner, Belts

Hand crafted hardware and detailing.

Custom slide closure

Original emboss pattern with custom buckle.

Genuine wood, leather, rings and stones.

Glass, stone, metal & acrylic beaded jewelry belt.

Custom buckle design.

Tiger’s Eye & Leather


….Summer Straw


Men’s Utility Canvas Backpack



MENSWEAR CLIENTPRINT & PATTERN DEVELOPMENT


….Summer canvas

MENSWEAR CLIENTPRINT & PATTERN DEVELOPMENT

ICAT INSPIRED PRINT


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