Garland Godfrey
About Garland Godfrey
Garland Godfrey is an Art Manager at Kohl's, specializing in Womens Exclusive Brands, Accessories, and Sleep, with extensive experience in fashion textile design.
Current Position at Kohl's
As of 2020, Garland Godfrey serves as the Art Manager for Womens Exclusive Brands, Accessories, and Sleep at Kohl's. In this role, she oversees the artistic direction and development of print and pattern designs, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and market trends. Her responsibilities include coordinating with designers and other stakeholders to deliver cohesive and innovative collections.
Previous Role at Kohl's
From 2018 to 2020, Garland Godfrey held the position of Art Manager for Womens Private Brands at Kohl's. During her tenure, she was responsible for the creative vision and execution of textiles and print designs for the women's segment. Her work involved close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure that the designs met both aesthetic and commercial objectives.
Experience at Charlotte Russe
Garland Godfrey worked at Charlotte Russe from 2010 to 2018, first as the Print & Pattern Manager and later as Textile Manager and Director for CR & Peek Kids. Based in San Francisco, she led the creative process for textiles and managed a team of designers. Her role involved overseeing trend analysis, color development, and the integration of design elements into marketable products.
Role at Old Navy
From 2005 to 2010, Garland Godfrey was employed at Old Navy. Initially, she served as Senior Textile Designer for Womens, before transitioning to Senior Textile Designer for Mens. Her responsibilities included designing seasonal collections, developing innovative textile solutions, and ensuring that designs adhered to brand standards and market demands.
Education Background
Garland Godfrey holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Textile Products Design and Marketing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Her educational background provided her with a strong foundation in textile design principles, marketing strategies, and product development.