Sara begley
Technical thinker. Product developer. Apparel designer.
I’m an apparel professional with a background spanning technical design, product development, and 3D apparel, with experience across activewear, outdoor, and lifestyle categories.
My work sits at the intersection of design and execution. I enjoy understanding how a garment comes together — from fit and construction to materials, technical specifications, and the details that bring a product from initial concept to production. I approach development with both a creative perspective and a technical eye, balancing design intent with the function, fit, and performance a garment needs to deliver.
With experience across the product development process and proficiency in CLO3D, Adobe Illustrator, and technical design tools, I’m interested in finding better ways to visualize, refine, and develop apparel — bridging traditional garment development with evolving digital workflows.
I hold a B.S. in Apparel and Merchandising from Colorado State University and an M.S. in Fashion Design from Drexel University.
My focus: Thoughtful product development, technical precision, performance-driven design, and the possibilities of 3D apparel.
My creative prowess has always been in puzzles and how things fit together whether it is fixing machines, building furniture, or figuring out how pattern pieces of a garment should come together. My mind works more in numbers and math alongside my creative bug. That is where I found my passion for technical design and product development in the apparel industry.
Growing up in the mountains has fostered an intense desire to protect our planet in the best ways that I can, making a difference in the apparel industry from the inside out. My drive for sustainable practices and production has led me to new technologies, textiles, and construction techniques along the way.
Putting my passion in every project, product, and idea, my goal is to work toward a better planet and share my passion with others that want to do the same.
Now get out there, climb a mountain, hug a tree, recycle your plastics, and try your best to be a good human. And remember, there is always something new to learn.