Abercrombie & Fitch sophomore Summit
As part of the 2025 Abercrombie & Fitch Sophomore Summit, I led the print and pattern design for Hollister’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, inspired by a carefree, boho-western festival vibe. Collaborating with an incredible cross-functional team, we conducted trend forecasting and market research to shape the creative direction. One of my main tasks was designing seasonally relevant, on-brand prints for a mock Hollister “Wild at Heart” western boho festival concert. I created a cohesive set of original patterns intended to work across a range of looks, from a fun weekend at a festival to casual everyday outfits for school. My designs were applied across skirts, dresses, tops, bags, tags, and boxes! From bold graphics to delicate hand drawn textures, each print was thoughtfully crafted to capture Hollister’s youthful, adventurous spirit and connect with their target audience.
Makayla Cordova; Savannah College of Art and Design, Margaret Cordero; Fashion Institute of Technology, Van Wienmann; Kent State University, Khushi Jain; University of Cincinnati, Alex Fleaschman; North Carolina State University, Reese McLean; University of Wisconsin, Serena McGuinn; Georgia Institute of Technology, Ethan Clawson; Ohio University, Gracie Sellerhoff; Savannah College of Art and Design, Alejandra Pabon; Marist University
2026 summer Design collection
My 2026 infant girl summer and swimwear collection is inspired by childhood memories at the Jersey Shore. Think seashells, seagulls, and sunshine, capturing the nostalgic joy of endless beach days. As is standard in the industry, I developed this collection a year in advance to ensure timely production and seasonal relevance. The palette reflects the shore: soft sandy beiges, ocean blues, washed-out teals, and pops of sunny yellow and coral pink. I created playful patterns and graphics with gouache and pencil textures for a handcrafted, cohesive feel.
character exploration
Bonus Pattern Explorations
Embroidered Butterflies
Playful Pups
Spring time Hummingbirds
