This women's resort collection was designed in the U.S. and developed and produced in Florence, Italy. Manuel Designs also had their original line that catered to the U.S. market, and I was intimately involved in both lines.

Throughout the duration of development I assisted the Director of Women's Designs in sketching the initial concepts, building teckpacks, communicating with our development office, selecting the fabrics and trims and approving samples. I traveled to fabric trade shows and appointments for model auditions. 

The collection is based on a soft neutral palette, punctuated by limited upbeat brights. While it proudly showcases the magic of impeccable tailoring, it also explores a variety of feminine textures, such as the layering of chiffon, accent ruffles, woven leather and loosely knitted sweater yarns.