Harnie Wilson
About Harnie Wilson
Harnie Wilson is the Director of Swim at Free People, currently based in Perth, Australia. With extensive experience in apparel buying and management, she has held various roles at Free People and Sportsgirl over the past two decades.
Current Role at URBN
Harnie Wilson currently serves as the Director of Swim at Free People, a position she has held since 2021. She operates within the URBN umbrella, which includes Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. Her role is based in Perth, Western Australia, where she oversees the swimwear category, contributing to the brand's strategic direction and product offerings.
Previous Experience at Free People
Harnie Wilson has extensive experience at Free People, having worked in various roles from 2014 to 2021. She started as a Senior Buyer for Direct and Retail from 2014 to 2016, and later transitioned to the position of Divisional Merchandise Manager from 2016 to 2021. During her tenure, she played a significant role in shaping the apparel offerings and merchandising strategies for the brand.
Career Background in Apparel Buying
Prior to her roles at Free People, Harnie Wilson worked at Sportsgirl in Australia. She served as a Senior Buyer for Apparel from 2006 to 2013 and later as an Apparel Buying Manager in Training from 2013 to 2014. Her experience at Sportsgirl provided her with foundational skills in apparel buying and merchandising.
Educational Background
Harnie Wilson studied at the University of Sydney, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree, starting in 1999. She also attended Hornsby Girls High School for one year from 1997 to 1998 and spent ten years at Perth College from 1986 to 1996. Her educational journey has contributed to her professional development in the fashion industry.