Nikki Martin is an accomplished creative design leader, consultant, and Fit Expert with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and spearheading the creation of captivating products with an impeccable fit for fashion powerhouses such as Brooks Brothers and Ralph Lauren. As an alumna of the Fashion Institute of Technology, Nikki prides herself on being a seasoned team leader with a comprehensive understanding of the apparel life cycle and a wealth of global market experience. She has successfully built and managed product development teams for top American retailers and made significant strides in advancing more women of color into the industry.

 

Her most recent accomplishments include leading a women’s brand Launch for Pro Standard in partnership with the NBA, NFL, and MLB, currently available in Nordstrom, and a 40 million Dollar Womenswear brand launch for a major American retailer hitting the market this summer of 2023. But Nikki is much more than just a talented creative. Her passion for increasing accessibility to fashion opportunities and promoting growth for those outside the industry, combined with her dynamic skill set, makes her an industry professional to watch. As the founder of the luxury accessories brand, Tails n Tassels, Nikki's colorful and thoughtfully curated imprint can be seen in every piece. It's evident in both her work with Tails and with clients that Nikki's unique ability to blend creative skills with business strategy allows her to guide creative processes from conception to completion expertly.

 

With expertise in fit and construction, 3D education/implementation, vendor training, and managing manufacturing processes in regions such as China, Korea, India, The Philippines, and South America, Nikki brings an expansive skill set and industry experience to every project she undertakes.

 

Nikki's clients consistently praise her for her creativity, attention to detail, and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Her clients have come to know her not just as a talented, fit expert but also as a collaborative partner who is a joy to work with. See more of Nikki's experience and expertise below:

 

Categories of expertise: Women’s (Missy/Petite/Plus), Men’s (Regular/Big /Tall), and Children’s wear (Girls/Boys/Newborn/Infant).

 

Product categories: Knits/Wovens, Tops/Dress Shirts, Dresses/Jumpsuits, Active, Denim, Swim, Golf, Bottoms & Outerwear.

 

Program knowledge: PLM, BeProduct, Browzwear, Optitex, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.

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Client list: Brooks Brothers, United Airlines, Ralph Lauren, Kohls, Jenifer Lopez, Rockets of Awesome, Elle, Lauren Conrad, Fila Active, Aden & Anais, Aeropostale, and more.