Developed a domestic production program for Elie Tahari accessories, transitioning a high-volume hardware category from Italy to U.S. manufacturing within five weeks. Supported an initial order exceeding $150,000, grew the category to more than $250,000 in ongoing volume, and improved margins through domestic sourcing.
New York, NY
Elie Tahari
Led supplier sourcing, product development, production planning, and cross-functional coordination between design, sales, manufacturing, and production teams.
June 1, 2010
Delivered a repeatable production framework that aligned design, manufacturing, and business objectives while improving speed, quality, and profitability.
Refined closure mechanisms for usability, durability, and finish—supporting both function and aesthetic.
Discrete hardware elements embedded within tailored garments, requiring precision and consistency
Existing sourcing relied on overseas manufacturing, limiting speed, communication, and flexibility. The opportunity was to establish a domestic production model capable of supporting a rapidly growing hardware category while improving responsiveness, quality, and profitability.
