Asta Savage

I am a highly experienced creative Pattern Cutter, equally confident in working manually, and draping on the stand as I am with using Lectra and Vetigraph. I am skilled at making first patterns, bringing designers ideas to life and making fittings and amending patterns. My extensive experience in fabric and garment technology, working with fabrics and trim suppliers are strong assets for problem solving.

I am driven, diligent and creative, with a strong foundation of organisation and time management along with a high level of attention to detail and a natural adaptability and business acumen.

During my career, as both a full-time employee and as a freelance Pattern Cutter I have had the pleasure of working with some of the best fashion companies in London.

Ghost / Finery: June to December 2024

Creative and Production Pattern Cutter – Lectra.

City Goddess: January 2022 to January 2023

Creative Soft woven, Jersey and Evening Gown Dresses- Vetigraph Pattern cutter

Loaded, The Meaning Well, COS, InAvati

Various Freelance contracts, during before, and during Covid.

Maria Grachvogel: November 2019 – April 2020

Creative Soft Woven and Jersey Ladies Wear- Creative Pattern Cutter- CAD system Lectra & manual/draping.

COS: May 2018 – April 2020

Creative Soft Woven and Jersey Ladies Wear-Creative Pattern Cutter – CAD system Lectra & manual/draping

Andrea Hawkes: July 2019 – November 2019

Creative wedding dresses pattern and sample cutter – Freelance

Christopher Kane: September 2017 – April 2018

Digital / Production Pattern Cutter Ladies Wear Pattern Cutter CAD system Lectra

Jon Adam: May 2017 – September 2017

Garment Technologist - Children’s-wear.

Sylvia Jeffrey: December 2012 – December 2015

Designer /Pattern Cutter-Children’s-wear

Further employment details of my professional career from 2004, and my teaching career as a Senior Teacher of Dress Design, Construction and Sewing at the Vilnius School of Light Industry and Domestic Services can be supplied on request.

Pattern Cutting & Technical Skills

• Expert in Pattern Cutting: Proficient in manual, draping, and CAD (Lectra / Vetigraph) pattern cutting for creative ladies' wear, jersey-wear, and children's wear.
• Technical Drawing & Amendments: Skilled in creating technical drawings, making amendments, and ensuring accuracy for production.
• Fittings & Garment Amendments: Extensive experience in conducting garment fittings, making necessary alterations, and ensuring fit and quality standards.
• Sample Making: Expertise in sample creation, from initial design concepts to final garment ready for production.
• Grading & Production Support: Adept at grading patterns and preparing production documentation, including M-lists, fabric costings and trims costings. 

Collaboration & Communication

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborated closely with designers, seamstresses, garment technologists and other departments to ensure seamless communication and optimal results.
• Client Relations: Experience working directly with clients on private projects, including designing and producing custom garments.
• Production Coordination: Worked with manufacturers and factories to ensure garments meet specifications and deadlines.

Design & Concept Development

• Creative Design & Pattern Development: Contributed to the development of creative designs and pattern creation for renowned fashion brands.
• Research & Trend Analysis: Conducted market and trend research to influence design decisions and sample making for diverse clients.
• Collection Development: Led the development of multiple fashion collections, including both children's and ladies' wear, evening dresses, and custom designs.

Key Achievements

• Designing for Renowned Labels: Contributed to collections for international designers such as Donna Karan’s Urban Zen and Maria Grachvogel.
• Multiple Fashion Collections: Developed several successful collections across various categories, including casual wear, formal evening wear, and children's fashion.
• Leadership & Mentoring: Previously served as a senior teacher in Dress Design, Construction, and Sewing, providing guidance and instruction to future fashion professionals.
• Creative Childres and Adults Ballroom and Latin Dance Dresses for professional dancing. Supporting and Leading making process from beginning to end.

2002 – 2004: Lithuanian University of Law, Masters in Government Administration

1997 – 2002: Vilnius Pedagogical University – Bachelor in Education Science.

[Child Psychology 0-7 year olds]

1992 – 1995: College of Light Industry, Specialist in Dress Design, Pattern Cutting Construction

Languages - English, Lithuanian, Russian