ASTRID OTERO
TA B L E O F CONTENTS
PAT CLEVELAND
BARE BONES
MUSLIN MOCK-UP TEXTILE E X P L O R AT I O N
FRUIT BASKET
PAT C L E V E L A N D
The famous black model of the 1970s, Pat Cleveland, became one of the pioneers to break through fashion’s exclusionary system. She was epitomized by her outgoing personality as well as her love of dance, poetry and all things art.
Ámate Spirit Moving Pen Grace Poet Everblooming Coquette Répandre l’amour Prendre Position Graphology Poise Thread Softly Anna’s Mood Concealed Gesture Feng Shui Clarity
Tent dress with assymetrical neckline
Strapless tent dress with assymetrical bodice
One-shouldered fit & flare Chiffon dress with constructed bodice
Fitted dress with drape chiffon detailing tied into a knot
Blouson silhouette dress with high-low skirt
One-shouldered fitted dress with assymetrical neckline
Strapless fit & flare tunic
Fitted bodice with chiffon draped shoulder
Medium rise culottes
Halter blouson top
One-shouldered ruffle crop top
Short-sleeved blouse with cascading ruffle detail
One-shouldered ruffle crop top
Medium rise culottes
Extra long skinny scarf
Bubble skirt with extra gathered detailing on one side
TEXTILES E X P L O R AT I O N
In an effort to explore unconventional textiles, I created a garment using “doggy bags� fastened by embroidery yarn. Diverse ballerina costumes and the idea of movement in itself inspired this piece.
BARE BONES
Bare Bones is a collection that borders on elegance and minimalism, drawing from the impact simple silhouettes and texture can have. Inspiration for this came from the various contours and ridges of the human skeleton.
Caged crop top
Silk charmousse tailored slip tank
Short-sleeved t-shirt with detailed collar
Neoprene lace-up top
Knit 3/4 sleeve sweater with caged collar
Knitted sweater dress with neck, hem, & cuff details
Cap sleeve t-shirt with detailed collar
Knitted sweater with neck, hem, & cuff details
Silk charmousse tailored slipdress
Caged circle hoop skirt: corset boning with elastic waistband
Neoprene lace-up shorts
Lace-up overall dress with detailed center front pocket
Neoprene lace-up A-line skirt
Cap sleeve wool blend coat with oversized drape collar
Cigarette lace-up pants
Wool blend assymetrical wrap skirt
Long sleeve wool blend coat with oversized drape collar
Neoprene
100% Cotton
Crepe Georgette
Crepe Georgette
Silk Charmousse
Wool Blend
Steel Corset Boning
FRUIT BASKET
Fruit Basket is a swimwear collection for the unapolagetically fun kind of girl. Inspired by tropical fruit, this motif is evident in the vibrant colors and playful yet daring silhouettes.
MUSLIN MOCK-UP
Showcased here is a series of technical studies ranging from button-up mandarin collared shirts to gored skirts and more.
ASTRID OTERO
EDUCATION
(787) 629-7980 oterosac@mail.uc.edu 461 Riddle Rd Cincinnati, OH 45220 https://astridotero.carbonmade.com/
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI Cincinnati, OH College of Design, Art, Architecture & Planning Fashion Design Class of 2019 GPA 3.85/4.00 - Dean’s List UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL San Juan, PR Class of 2014 GPA 3.96/4.00 - Dean’s List & Honor Society
EXPERIENCE
PHILANTHROPIC San Juan, PR Present Chair & Event Organizer of Runway for the Vagrant Establish a clothes drive in high schools & local churches Build a Hygiene, Styling & Public Relations team Fill out proper paper work for use of public space CARLOTA ALFARO COLLEGE San Juan, PR July - August 2015 Teacher’s Assistant for the Basic Sewing Course Guided students in confectionery tasks of basic skirts, pants, blouses & sample book of collars, hems & finishes MATERNIDAD FELIZ Guaynabo, PR 2013-2014 Volunteer Sales Associate Provided excellent customer service Supervised account in a small business Created Visual Displays
SOFTWARE DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
Photoshop - Illustrator - InDesign - Microsoft Office Programs Technical Flats - Fashion Illustrations - Garment Construction Concept & Mood Boards Fluent in English & Spanish - Commercially aware - Proficient problem solving skills - Excellent collaborative worker & communicator