Mélida Uribio
CREATIVE PATTERN MAKER AND DESIGNER
Melida with a degree in fashion design from FIDM (Fashion Institute of design and Merchandising) in Los Angeles, California. Has now a career of 38 years in the development of brands in top-name companies from start-up labels to well known brands. Working close with a full team of creative professionals has been the the building of my profession.
The greatest inspiration of my life and career has been my mother, as a young immigrant from Guatemala she set out to start her own business despite many odds, with hard work and dedication the family sewing contracting business was started in Downtown Los Angeles on Broadway Blvd. above the famous Orphium Theather on the 9th floor. Being part of that era of the Fashion industry was very important for the development of my career. Watching people with rolling racks all across the streets of LA delivering finished products was an indication of a thriving industry in the 70's.
Melida's experience ranges from working in the corporate industry as well as having her own business giving her a well-rounded knowledge of the fashion world. Working with top leaders of the industry such as, Cole of California with labels as Cole Jrs Anne Cole. Apparel Ventures, developed the miracle bra for Victoria Secrets, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Tommy Bahama, La Blanca, Anne Klein, OP swim, Private labels, Walmart, JC Penny. Michael Stars, Cosabella in Miami, Ongossamer, Manhattan Beachwear, and Authentic fitness in the city of Industry.
After working in the corporate world for 26 years Melida decided to start her own business in the city of Commerce, CA. True Measure inc. was born as a full computerize product development company, from concept to production ready collections. Working with the lattest Gerber computer pattern-maker system TMI was well equipped to guide new aspiring designers with their dreams of starting their own business. Working with experianced sample-makers and cutters and having professional relationships with local LA contractors made the service complete and succesfull Launching designer brands sucn as: Amoressa Swim, Hermoza Swim, Amaio swim, Mira Zadeh, Roxana Salehoun, Amarwear, Les Coquines and Local Threads. Through her career and with TMI Melida was able to provide her services to internationally recognized fashion brands and new brands to better their products and improve their business. Working with a diverse group of designers from all areas of the industry there is no limit to the creativity, working with mens wear, childrens wear, purses, leather goods. Traveling to trade shows in NY, Paris, Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles and Las Vegas keeping up with the latest fabrics, trades and trims is important to guide new designers in the right direction.
