Amanda Locke
About Amanda Locke
Amanda Locke is a designer specializing in So Young Women’s Dresses and Skirts at Kohl's, with a strong background in fashion illustration and merchandising.
Current Role at Kohl's
Amanda Locke currently holds the position of Designer for So Young Women's Dresses and Skirts at Kohl's. She has been in this role since 2021, working in New York, New York. This position allows her to leverage her expertise in fashion design to create marketable products tailored for young women.
Previous Roles at Kohl's
Before her current role, Amanda Locke served as an Associate Designer for various fashion lines at Kohl's. In 2021, she briefly worked as an Associate Designer for So Young Women's Dresses. From 2020 to 2021, she was an Associate Designer for Nine West, and from 2019 to 2020, she held the role of Associate Designer for the Jennifer Lopez line. She also worked as an Associate Designer for Juniors Dresses & Sweaters from 2017 to 2019 in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Additionally, she was an Assistant Designer for SO Juniors in 2017 and an Assistant Designer for Urban Pipeline YM's & Boys' from 2016 to 2017.
Educational Background
Amanda Locke earned her Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising & Design from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. Before that, she attended Thomas Nelson Community College from 2010 to 2013, achieving a degree in Business Administration and Management. Her formal education has provided a strong foundation for her diverse roles in the fashion industry.
Fashion and Design Expertise
Amanda Locke possesses a robust background in fashion illustration, which complements her roles as a designer. Her expertise in merchandising enhances her ability to create marketable fashion products. Over the years, she has demonstrated versatility through her contributions to various fashion lines at Kohl's, including Nine West and Jennifer Lopez.
Work Locations and Adaptability
Amanda Locke has worked in both New York and Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, indicating her adaptability to different work environments within Kohl's. This geographical flexibility showcases her ability to thrive in varied settings, contributing to her effectiveness in her design roles.