Megan Chapman

Product Designer

New York, NY, US

Patternmaking

Garment Construction

Canva

Sewing

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Available for hire fromNegotiable

Contracts

Aspiring Fashion Designer with Retail, Hospitality & Couture Experience

I am a fashion design student with a passion for fine craftsmanship and intricate detailing, particularly within special occasion and haute couture design. I enjoy working with luxurious fabrics, exploring texture and structure, and bringing precision and creativity to every garment I create. My experience in sewing, pattern making, and hand finishing has strengthened my appreciation for the artistry behind high-end design. Currently pursuing a BFA in Fashion/Apparel Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology (2024-2026), I combine hands-on making with a critical eye for fit, texture, and construction.

Projects

Gilded in Gold

This is a corset I designed, patterned and sewed for my corsetry class. It features a decorative lace up on either side in the front, lace trim along the top edge, a busk closure at the front, and a lace up closure in the back. See More

Lace-up Underwire Bra

This piece was created for my Structured Draping course, which focuses on developing undergarments that shape and support evening wear. For this design, I incorporated a lace-up detailing into the cup. I positioned the cording within the seam lines to achieve the intended placement, then hand-basted each cord to ensure accuracy and control throughout the construction process. Finally for the straps, I selected a white braided trim that I attached to adjustable hardware, adding a subtle yet elegant contrast to the overall design.See More

Sheer Lace Structured Bustier

This piece was created for my Structured Draping course, which focuses on the development of undergarments that shape and support evening wear. For this design, I aimed to emphasize an hourglass silhouette by concentrating on defining and reinforcing the hip line. I selected Wang mesh from Bias Bespoke for its structure and recoverability, pairing it with a stretch galloon lace sourced from an Etsy maker to introduce texture and visual depth. To construct the exaggerated hip shape, I incorporated lingerie elastic and added boning along both sides of the hip fins to ensure stability and reliable support. Lastly, I added black grosgrain boning channels to frame and enhance the black floral motifs from the lace.See More

Work History

Intern

David Peyser Sportswear, Inc.

Hostess Server

Stuart BoathouseJan 2022 - Jan 2024 • 2 yrs 1 mo

Sales Floor

HomegoodsMay 2021 - Oct 2021 • 6 mos

Crew Member

Tropical Smoothie CafeOct 2020 - May 2021 • 8 mos

Education

Fashion Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion/Apparel Design2024 - 2026

Fashion Institute of Technology

Associate of Arts and Sciences, Fashion/Apparel Design2023 - 2024

Indian River State College

Associate's Degree, Business/Commerce, General2020 - 2023

Martin County High School

2019 - 2023

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