I am a fashion design student specializing in knitwear, driven by a focus on material exploration, structure, and detail. My work reflects a balance of technical precision and creative freedom, shaped by experience across New York, Florence, and Nottingham.
Contact
phone +1850-502-6670
email Lydia@lydiajeannine.comNew York, NY
www.lydiajeannine.com
Education
Fashion Institute of TechnologyNew York, NY, 2026
BFA Fashion Design Knitwear Specialization
Minor in Art History
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, UK, Fall 2025
Academic Exchange
Knitwear Concentration
Polimoda
Florence, Italy, 2023 – 2024
Full-Year Abroad
Fashion Design Program
Awarded
Critics Choice Honorable Mention
Term Garment, Polimoda
Experience
Design Intern, Rebecca Pinto
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 2021–2024• Assisted in design process from concept to production.
• Supported inventory management and order fulfillment while contributing to content creation and brand storytelling through social media.
Intern, Seamless Showroom
New York, NY 2022–2023
• Gained industry insight into wholesale operations using JOOR at trade shows.
• Managed inventory, organization, and presentation of shipments as they arrived.
Design Intern, Willodeen
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 2021–2022
• Worked with the design team on sewing, pattern making, and small-batchproduction.
• Handled inventory, packaging, and shipment of finished garments, while assistingon photoshoots.
Social Media Manager, Ophelia Swimwear
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 2021–2022
• Led digital marketing by planning and producing photo and video content for Instagram.
• Managed brand engagement, posting content daily, maintaining visual consistency relevant to the brands identity.
Sales Associate, Ophelia Swimwear
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 2018–2022
• Provided customer service and retail support while managing inventory and merchandising for weekly new arrivals.
• Developed an understanding of consumer behavior and brand presentation through hands-on sales experience.
Design Intern, Jeni Bailey
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 2019–2020
• Assisted in leather accessory design and construction, contributing to the creation of original pieces through detailed handcraft, stitching, and finishing.
• Gained foundational experience in leather techniques and small-scale production.
Other Experience
Waitress, Lucien
New York, NY | 2025
• Thrived in a fast-paced, high-profile dining environment.
• Responsible for customer service, strong communication, multitasking, bartending, and client service skills under pressure.
Hostess, Lucien
New York, NY | 2022–2025
• Managed front-of-house operations including reservations, guest relations, and floor coordination.
• Cultivated professionalism and hospitality in a dynamic social setting, fostering relationships with regular clientele and industry professionals.
Skills
Design & Technical
Draping, Sewing, Pattern Making, Knitwear Design,
Machine Knitting Domestic and Industrial,
Leather Design Knowledge, Sketch, and Illustration
Creative Tools
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Kaledo,
Excel, Tech Packs, Spec Sheets, Research,
Content Creation, Microsoft Word, Shima Seiki, Stoll
Professional
Leadership, Collaboration, Organization,
Communication, Adaptability