Lee-Anne Bates

Lee-Anne Bates is a skilled womenswear designer with extensive experience in the fashion industry. Currently serving as a Womenswear Designer at Blue Illusion since November 2018, Lee-Anne develops bimonthly collections in collaboration with the Senior Designer and CEO. Previous roles include Freelance Fashion Designer at Privilege Australia, where Lee-Anne designed for three independent labels and managed trend forecasting and technical specifications. Lee-Anne also worked as a Junior Designer and Design Assistant at Oliver Bonas, contributing to a contemporary lifestyle brand known for its 70+ stores. Earlier experience includes positions at various companies where Lee-Anne focused on design assistance, customer service, and internship roles, showcasing a strong foundation in fashion design and technical skills. Lee-Anne holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design from the University of the West of England and a Foundation Degree from the London College of Fashion.