Talita Melo

Textile Print Development Specialist

Nov 2023 - Present • 2 yrs 8 mos

As a Textile Print Development Specialist, I help fashion brands transform creative concepts into commercially successful textile collections. My work includes trend research, textile print curation, and the monthly selection and color development of approximately **90 textile print designs**, ensuring collections remain aligned with current fashion trends and seasonal demands. I prepare print presentations, support clients throughout the print selection process, and coordinate development workflows to deliver organized and efficient results. My role requires strong attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to balance aesthetic vision with commercial objectives. Through my experience in the textile industry, I have developed solid expertise in textile design, surface pattern design, color management, trend analysis, and fashion collection development, helping brands build cohesive, market-ready collections.

Fashion Product Development Consultant

Jun 2022 - Present • 4 yrs 1 mo

As a Fashion Product Development Consultant, I help fashion brands transform ideas into production-ready garments through clear and organized technical documentation. My work includes fashion product development, Technical Flats, Fashion Tech Packs, Bills of Materials (BOM), Colorways, product specifications, and technical documentation that improves communication between brands and manufacturers. I develop professional documentation for casualwear, tailored garments, workwear, and other woven apparel, ensuring each product is accurately represented for sampling and production. Every project is created with attention to construction details, trims, materials, finishing techniques, and manufacturing requirements. My goal is to simplify the product development process by delivering organized, production-ready files that reduce misunderstandings, improve efficiency, and support a smoother manufacturing workflow.