KOHL'S - SO TWEEN GIRLS DESIGN
My journey with SO Tween began in 2021 as an intern, where I first learned the business and sharpened my Illustrator skills. Since then, I’ve grown through multiple roles and categories—from adaptive and sleepwear to dresses, leggings, graphic tees, and most recently, athleisure.
Working in Tween has been an anchor and a launchpad. It’s taught me how to design with empathy, intention, and adaptability. I've stayed close to this space because it’s full of movement—emotionally, aesthetically, and commercially. Every new category has deepened my understanding of who the tween girl is and what she needs to feel confident, comfortable, and seen.
Tek Gear Girls SU 2023 | Kohl's 2022 Internship Design Challenge
During my second Kohl’s internship, I designed a Tek Gear Girls capsule for Summer 2023 that blended activewear function with sensory-friendly features for the HYPO-sensitive, sensory-seeking child. I incorporated tactile trims like molded silicone zipper pulls, beaded drawcords, and 3D heat seals to make play-driven comfort more inclusive. Informed by my senior collection work in performancewear and advanced sketching skills in Illustrator and AI tools, I built a complete assortment with a strategic mix of graphics, solids, and prints—matching printed sets, shaped graphic rompers, and solid dresses with surprise print details for elevated cohesion.
Kohl's Early Talent 2021 Final Interview Event
For my final interview with Kohl’s Early Talent Program, I designed an outdoor-inspired casual capsule for the SO Girl, reflecting the post-COVID trend toward nature, comfort, and wellness. Drawing from my previous internship on the Girls 7–16 team, I focused on fabrication-first design—pairing sherpa fleece, waffle knits, cable sweaters, and stretch-blend denim to create versatile, cozy pieces with tween-friendly fits. I applied digital tools like Photoshop for visual storytelling and used market research to inform fabric and silhouette choices, blending creative vision with commercial viability.
