Meet Katelyn, a seasoned designer known for her extensive expertise in swimwear design and developing top selling styles. With a robust background encompassing design, product development, and technical design, she excels in crafting high-quality, innovative pieces for renowned global brands. Katelyn has a keen eye for color, creative direction, and in-depth knowledge of garment construction, complemented by her proficiency in CAD sketches, mastering a perfect fit, and strong vendor relations. Her work ethic and results-oriented management approach underscore her belief in the power of teamwork. Katelyn takes pride in her ability to deliver cutting-edge designs with meticulous attention to detail and keeping it all on calendar.

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The Journey....

Born and raised on Florida beaches and nurtured under the Caribbean sun, Katelyn's passion for swimwear and fashion was inevitable.

Her journey into the world of fashion began during high school, where working at a bridal shop in her hometown sparked a realization of the transformative power of clothing.

After earning her bachelor's degree in Marketing, Katelyn pursued her true calling with a design degree from FIDM. As a student, she fell in love with the swimwear category interning at Poko Pano for Katin Swimwear, immersing herself in every aspect from design and pattern making to graphic design. Following this, she further honed her skills at GG Collective, where she transitioned from intern to assistant designer for the small brand, giving her valuable insight into the whole process of running a brand. Notably, she went on the work at REVOLVE for 5 years, where her presence was invaluable. She was vital in starting the swimwear department and proceeded to move the category up to the top selling segment on site for 3 years in a row. She also became interested in sustainability during her time here, shifting 90% of all swimwear fabrications to recycled yarns and helping implement a company wide plan for sustainability across all departments.

While swimwear remains her specialty, Katelyn's versatility has expanded across fully fashioned knits, resort wear, activewear, intimates, and loungewear. Her expertise in garment construction and technical design has been pivotal in her versatility as a designer.

In 2020, driven by a commitment to sustainability, Katelyn pursued an MBA in Sustainable Fashion Management from the Sustainability Management School in Switzerland, fostering connections with leaders in the sustainable fashion movement.

Her career reached new heights in 2022 when she orchestrated her debut Miami Swimweek Fashion Show in collaboration with Beach Bunny Swimwear, a success she repeated in 2023, solidifying her reputation as a trailblazer in the industry.

Now, Katelyn has started her own company, ‘Cunningham Conscious Fashion’, in order to help small and existing brands launch swimwear collections with a focus on sustainability. Her mission is to create beautiful swimwear, while helping clients cut cost and carbon.

and so the story continues…..