I design and develop swim + resort collections from concept through production, with the technical expertise to get the design right before costly sample rounds begin.
15+ years
experience
~30% fewer
sample rounds
Concept to
production
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BEACH BUNNY SWIMWEAR
REVOLVE
TARGET
SPORTS ILLUSTRATED 2021
MIAMI SWIM WEEK 2022 & 2023
THE EXPENSIVE DETOUR
Most brands don't realize what went wrong until it's already
cost them months and thousands.
01
The design that falls apart in sampling
The sketch was beautiful. The first sample wasn’t. What worked visually didn’t translate into construction, fit, or fabrication, and now you’re redesigning something you thought was finished.
02
The sample that never gets better
You’re on sample round four. Fixing one issue creates another, your launch keeps moving, and you’re still not sure if the problem is the fit, pattern, construction, or tech pack.
03
The $10,000
lesson
A full year and $10,000 developing a single style, only to end up with nothing in your hands. Bad tech packs, wrong factory, samples that missed the mark every round.
HOW I WORK
Three ways to work together, depending on where you are.
Start with a diagnostic. Stay for the collection.
ENTRY
Collection Readiness Review
A paid 60-minute diagnostic that tells you exactly what's going to go wrong before you spend another dollar.
Line plan sanity check
Tech pack audit
Factory-fit assessment
Cost and calendar risk flags
Fee credited against any signed project
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EMERGING BRANDS
Concept to Factory-Ready
From design direction through to production-ready. For brands launching a collection who need a senior technical partner in the room.
Design direction & CADs
Tech packs
Factory pairing & sourcing
Sampling & fit support
3–8 months engagement
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ESTABLISHED BRANDS
Embedded Design Capacity
Monthly overflow support for brands with an in-house team that needs extra hands during peak development windows.
Overflow CADs & tech packs
Revisions & fit commentary
Sample tracking
Factory communication
Rolling retainer
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~30%
Fewer sample rounds, client-attested
15+
Years of
shipped product
2
Miami Swim
Week shows
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
The proof is in the product.
"Her creativity is balanced by technical precision-she's highly knowledgeable in garment construction, fit, and fabrications, which made our development process more efficient and elevated the final product. Her clear communication and collaborative nature made her a trusted and valuable partner across cross-functional teams."
Stephanie L. — Beach Bunny Swimwear
"She upgraded our fit process, reducing the number of sample rounds by approximately 30%, which saved both time and development costs."
Stephanie L. — Beach Bunny Swimwear
"I would love to work with Katelyn anytime!"
Angela C
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Frequently asked questions
What's a Collection Readiness Review?
A paid 60-minute diagnostic where Katelyn reviews your tech packs, factory setup, line plan, and development calendar. You get a short written findings document with prioritized risk flags and recommendations.
How much does it cost?
The review is a paid diagnostic, priced to ensure serious inquiries only. The fee is credited in full against any project signed within 30 days.
What if I'm not ready to commit to a project?
That's exactly what the review is for. It gives you clarity on what needs to happen before you spend on development, with no obligation to go further.
Do you work with brands outside the US?
Yes. Katelyn works remotely with brands globally. Most communication happens over video calls, email, and shared tech pack files.
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