About

Emma K. Rojas is a passionate fashion enthusiast whose dream of becoming a fashion designer began at just four years of age. With over five years of dedicated experience in the fashion industry, she has honed her skills, particularly in the realm of couture and creative direction in luxury womenswear brands.

Growing up in an entrepreneurial environment, Emma developed a profound appreciation for the synergy of creativity and business. This unwavering belief drives her ambition to establish her own fashion brand, where she can apply her extensive knowledge inn couture practices and skills to shape her own path.

Emma's professional journey is marked by notable achievements, including participation in mentorship programs at Carolina Herrera, as well as internships at esteemed fashion houses, including Marchesa and Brunello Cucinelli. Complementing her hands-on experience, she has received her BBA in Fashion Merchandising with minors in Fashion Styling and Visual Studies at LIM College in NYC, as well several certificates from universities including Istituto Marangoni and Parsons. With a strong foundation in couture, luxury design and the business of fashion, she is unwavering in her pursuit of crafting innovative fashion designs that resonate globally, aligning seamlessly with her entrepreneurial aspirations.

Experience

  • I've had the privilege of receiving mentorship from the Head Creative Couture Patternmaker in couture design and construction. My role involved assisting in the creation of intricate couture patterns, collaborating on fittings and alterations for high-profile dresses, and contributing to toile production for pattern refinement. I've also been acquiring essential skills in couture construction, including corset design and understanding fabric nuances.

  • I actively participated in various aspects of the design process, including assisting in fittings and alterations for garments, contributing design ideas for made-to-measure and VIP client projects, and creating detailed sketches and technical drawings. I had the opportunity to shadow the Creative Director to learn new techniques and gain valuable insights. Additionally, I played a role in developing uniform designs for luxury hotel locations in Costa Rica and Los Cabos.

  • I led the implementation of a company-wide fabric organization system, created fabric binders for 700+ fabrics, and introduced fabric movement tracking forms. I also played a key role in the Recycled Jean campaign, overseeing the collection of jeans, assisting with pattern creation, and finalizing bustier production. Additionally, I contributed to the design presentation for the Resort '22 collection by conducting research, creating fashion illustrations, and proposing deadstock fabrics.

  • I had the privilege of being one of 35 students selected worldwide to assist in assembling a mock capsule collection in Solomeo, Italy, where the company's headquarters are situated. This unique opportunity involved close collaboration with senior staff from Styling, Visual Merchandising, Buying, Sales, and Marketing teams, providing valuable insights into cross-functional teamwork and collection development.

Education

  • BBA in Fashion Merchandising

    Minors in Fashion Styling and Visual Studies

    3.96 GPA

    Double Honor Society Student

    President’s List for 8 consecutive semesters

    Semester abroad in Paris and Lyon, France

  • Summer Intensive Studies in Fashion Design: Sewing & Construction, Painting and Sketching, and Printmaking

  • I was honored to be chosen as one of 35 students worldwide as a Solomeo Academy student. This recognition provided me with the unique opportunity to participate in a month-long immersion program at the company's headquarters in Italy and the NYC Head Office, allowing me to gain invaluable insights and experiences.

  • I had the opportunity to assist and shadow the Studio Manager by taking comprehensive notes during team and company meetings. Additionally, I was responsible for setting quarterly deadlines and goals using 3-step achievement plans, along with providing weekly check-in status updates. This experience allowed me to actively participate in mentorship while contributing to the team's objectives.

  • Executive Course in "The New Fashion Frontier”

Skills 

  • Adobe Photoshop/Adobe Illustrator

  • Sewing

  • Draping

  • Excellent verbal/written communication

  • Fashion Drawings and Flats

  • Patternmaking

  • English/Spanish/French Fluency

  • Couture Construction

  • MS Excel/MS Word/MS PowerPoint

  • Procreate

Accolades

  • Summa Cum Laude

  • Alpha Beta Kappa Member

  • Delta Mu Delta Member

  • President’s List 2020

  • President’s List 2021

  • President’s List 2022

  • President’s List 2023