Browzwear Night at FIT 2023

Design Collaboration

Rylee Price, Senior Technical Design Manager, Under Armour

Get ready to be inspired by the incredible work of Under Armour at our recent event! We were thrilled to have them take the stage and share how they’ve revolutionized their collection-building process with the help of Browzwear’s technology. Rylee Price, the Senior Manager of Technical Design, provided valuable insights into how 3D visualization has enabled the brand to test various design options more efficiently and accurately than ever before.

During her session, Rylee emphasized the importance of trust-building in digital product creation. She highlighted the need for quality assurance and ensuring that every team member trusts the virtual product they create, from designers to vendors. Rylee’s message was clear – collaboration is key to success, and it means different things for different people, teams, and companies. She encouraged everyone to come together and bring all of the teammates and hands involved in creating apparel to create something truly beautiful.

Overall, Under Armour’s presentation was a standout moment at our event. We were impressed by their innovative approach to design and collaboration, and we’re sure you will be too.

Adopting Browzwear with Three Simple Tactics

Kelly White, Sr. Manager of Technology Transformation, Kohl’s

Prepare to be blown away by the impressive work of Kohl’s, one of the largest department store chains in the world. At our recent event, we had the pleasure of hearing from Kelly White, Sr. Manager of Technology Transformation, as she shared how Kohl’s has revolutionized their fit and vendor collaboration processes with the help of 3D technology.

Kelly’s session was filled with valuable insights into the importance of communication and education in achieving successful adoption and integration of 3D across an organization. She dove into the three tactics that Kohl’s employed to achieve their goal of upskilling their design and tech design teams in 3D: understanding, simplification, and communication. Kelly emphasized that taking the time to employ simple tactics can make all the difference in gaining the buy-in needed for a smooth transformation.

“We found that by employing these tactics, you can gain the buy-in you need and make that transformation a little smoother,” says Kelly. Her session was a standout moment at our event, and we’re sure you’ll find her insights into the world of 3D technology both informative and inspiring.

The Unexpected Value of End-to-End 3D Workflows

Carolina Haddad, Director of Technical Design, Walmart

Are you ready to learn about the exciting ways Walmart is using 3D technology to revolutionize their product development process? Look no further than Carolina Haddad, Director of Technical Design at Walmart, who shared some incredible insights during our recent event.

Carolina provided a fascinating overview of how Walmart has integrated Browzwear’s VStitcher and Stylezone into their product development process. She emphasized the role of 3D in enabling faster decision-making, reducing sample iterations, and improving sustainability by minimizing waste and carbon footprint.

During her session, Carolina highlighted the game-changing ability to view an assortment in 3D, which has led to some exciting ideas and innovations within the company. She also shared how the onboarding process for new employees has been made more efficient, and legal reviews now take only 30 minutes instead of a day and a half – a phenomenal time savings!

Overall, Carolina’s session was a standout moment at our event, providing valuable insights into the power of 3D technology in the retail industry. If you’re interested in learning more about how Walmart is changing the game with their use of 3D, you won’t want to miss this.

Creative Challenges to Creative Opportunities in 3D

Panel Discussion

Prepare for an insightful panel discussion exploring the creative challenges and opportunities of using 3D technology in fashion design! The highly noteworthy session featured Dtech Lab, an R&D center at FIT, represented by its Director, Michael Ferraro.

During this engaging session, Michael engaged in a fascinating conversation with a professor at FIT, Tetsuo Tamanaha, and two Browzwear Guild members, Calvin Padilla and Daryn Huang. Together, they discussed their unique 3D journeys, presenting specific examples of garments and showcasing how 3D technology can augment creativity and experimentation in fashion design.

Throughout the discussion, the panelists touched on some of the challenges of using 3D technology in fashion design, highlighting the many creative opportunities it presents. It was an eye-opening discussion that provided valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of fashion technology.

If you’re interested in learning more about how 3D technology is changing the way we think about fashion design, this panel discussion is not to be missed!

Streamlining Vendor Collaboration

Panel Discussion

Prepare for an insightful panel discussion on streamlining vendor collaboration in fashion design! Our event featured an expert panel of industry representatives, including Topher Harris, Project Manager at Komar, Ekaterina Bryzgalina, Associate Technical Designer at Golden Touch, Elizabthen Al Shehabi, Senior Director of 3D at Delta Galil, and Avani Patel, Technical Design Director at Gran.

Moderated by Jamie Campbell, Client Success Manager at Browzwear, this panel discussion was filled with valuable insights and best practices for making 3D a competitive edge for brands and retailers. The panelists emphasized the need for flexibility, customization, and scalability in their solutions and the importance of collaboration and partnership with their clients.

Throughout the discussion, the panelists shared their experiences and strategies for streamlining vendor collaboration and optimizing the use of 3D technology in the fashion industry. It was a thought-provoking discussion that provided valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices for working with vendors and retailers.

You won’t miss this panel discussion if you want to learn more about collaboration and scalability in fashion design!