Paula Keech has worked in the fashion industry for over 30 years; for 20 of them,
she has been a freelance fashion designer, including working as a visiting university
lecturer during term time. Her skills include the design and development of garment
collections for men, women and children, including plus sizes. She specialises in performance
sports and leisurewear and also works extensively on ladieswear, knitwear,
eveningwear and maternity. She has exceptional technical skills including pattern cutting
and garment construction, plus strong trend, colour and fabric forecasting skills,
branding, print, graphics, sourcing and the selection of fabric and trimmings.