Above: On-model product shots from the Winter 2017 AK collection.
Below: Color and print palettes. All prints were created in-house under my direction.
Below: Full assortment for the women's AK outerwear collection. I was responsible for color merchandising the line.
Below: Product shots of the Altitude Jacket in Storm Camo.
Above: Blade Jacket in Eclipse / Grapeseed
Below: Exerts from the Blade Jacket tech pack, a new style this season designed by me.
Above: Elevation Anorak in Floral Ikat / Botanikat
Below: Kimmy Bib in True Black
Above: Kimmy Bib in True Black
Below: Experts from tech pack and Kimmy testing an early prototype. I worked directly with pro snowboarder Kimmy Fasani to create this ultimate backcountry riding bib. Throughout the development process we sent her multiple prototypes which she rode in and provided feedback. This feedback was incorporated in all aspects of the design. Pocket sizing and placement was carefully considered for holding backcountry necessities like a beacon. Hardware like zippers and strap adjustment was moved to the back of the body for more comfort. Venting methods were tested as well as how to make things as easy as possible to remove when "nature calls" out on the mountain. Photos below of Kimmy trying out an early prototype and explaining to me what was working and what was not.
