My name is Olivia Hudson Knepshield, and I am an Artist and Fashion Designer based in NYC, but open to relocation. I have a passion for storytelling through creativity and design. I originally grew up in Louisville, KY but followed my love for fashion and art to Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA. I earned a degree in Fashion design and a minor in Fashion Illustration during my time as a student. My studies also took me to Hong Kong where I studied abroad for one semester Fall 2019. My experiences in Hong Kong gave me an international perspective on the fashion industry, global trends, culture, and overseas manufacturing. 

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After completing my education, I moved to NYC to pursue my professional goal of becoming a fashion designer. I started out with an internship at Williamsburg Garment Co. cutting and sewing custom denim jeans and performing jean/trouser alterations for men and women. I also worked full time at Mood Fabrics in the Garment District of NYC to support myself until I was hired as an employee at WGC. I quickly caught the attention of other brands in need of skilled garment construction and took a sample making job at Alix of Bohemia. I worked for Alix for a short time making woven shirt garment samples for her Indian factories as a physical reference for print/pattern placement.

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This journey has lead me to my current position at Express as assistant designer for woven tops and total denim departments. I am a valuable member of my design team because I am committed to creating the most elevated, fashion looks for our customer that reflects the versatility and functionality of her lifestyle. I bring both an artistic vision as well as technical expertise to my work. I thrive in collaborative environments where each team member's perspective is valued. I work well when I am challenged, and I look forward to learning and building new skills at the next opportunity!