Andree Kong

Accessory Designer

Brooklyn, NY, USA
Andree Kong is a multidisciplinary accessory designer and artist based in New York City, specializing in handbags, jewelry and footwear design.

Andree’s artistic inspiration stems from her unique bilingual and multicultural upbringings in Hong Kong. Her works consist of relatable shapes through found objects, creating whimsical and playful accessories that supplements the garment.
Andree received her Bachelors Degree in Accessory and a minor in Jewelry/Objects at Savannah College of Art and Design. Throughout her studies at SCAD, Andree collaborated with senior colleagues for annual fashion show. This design education and collaborations led her to creative opportunities such as; designing for Coach Inc, Hoolu Technology Limited (Asian fashion consultation platform) and providing guidance to emerging designers studying at Parsons and Fashion Institute of Technology. In addition, Andree customized handmade shoes for Miss J Alexander (Fashion Runway Coach).

Her work is featured in Elle, Bazaar and Vogue, Parsons x Neiman Marcus Hudson Yards Showcase, 2019 and 2020 CFDA Fashion Future Graduate Showcase.

Work Experience

COACH INC

Assistant Designer

Women's HB and SLGs.
Travelled to Asia with Director and VP to review sample making and production line.
Assist on managing and training the Design Apprentice during the Apprenticeship Program.
Deliver hand sketch and new potential silhouette family concept to Director and VP in timely manner.
June 2019 - August 2020 New York, United States

COACH INC

Technical Design Assistant

Women's and Men's SLG: Runway 1941, retail and outlet categories.
Work with cross-functional partners in the product development process.
Revised design card sketches and drawing for factories and provide prototype feedback.
April 2018 - August 2020 United States

ELLIA WANG

Design Assistant

Handbag production and making
Jewelry production and making
Accessory and Jewelry Design, sketching and patterning
June 2016 - August 2016 Savannah, Georgia, United States

Equis LLC

Head Design

SCAD is collaborating with Equis Boutique to research and develop innovative backpack concepts, designed specifically for riders and grooms in the equestrian industry.
January 2016 - April 2016 United States

American Made Show

Exhibitor

I had been invited to attend the 27th Annual NICHE Awards Ceremony on Saturday, January 16, 2016. And also an invitation to bring my finalist piece to their annual exhibition at the American Made Show.
Washington, United States

Far From Home Exhibition

Exhibitor

It is a SCAD international student services office and SCAD Language Studio for a reception celebrating "Far From Home," an annual juried exhibition featuring some of the year's best work form SCAD international student. I had been invited and to share my artwork in the Fahm Hall Gallery.
March 2014 - April 2014 Georgia, United States

Education

Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD)

B.F.A. in Accessory Design and Minor in Jewelry Design

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Languages

Mandarin (Native),
Cantonese (Native),
English (Fluent),

Awards

Niche Award

Finalist

2015

Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD) (SCADDY)

Far From Home Exhibition Winners

2014

Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD) (SCADDY)

Foundation Studies Portfolio Award Exhibition Finalist

2014

Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD) (SCADDY)

Artistic Honor Scholarship

Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD) (SCADDY)

DEANS LIST

SKILLS - Accessory

Machine Sewing
Hand Sewing
Embellishments
Hardware design
Pattern Making

SKILLS - Jewelry

Forming
Hand and Machine Finishing
Bezel/ Basket/ Tube Setting
Surface and Embellishment
Advanced Fabrication

SKILLS - Computer Software

Rhinoceros
Sketchbook pro
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Indesign
Microsoft Office