Create Your First Project
Start adding your projects to your portfolio. Click on "Manage Projects" to get started
The Relaxation Robe
Project type
Apparel Construction
Date
April 2026
Location
San Francisco
Building a fashion portfolio is far more complex than I imagined. Since I love giving gifts to my friends, I decided to combine the practical with the personal. This robe was created to provide the comfort my friend Ananda deserves. As a preschool teacher, she needs a moment to decompress from the day's energy, a quiet cigarette, and a comfortable garment to help process the whirlwind of information her students share with her daily.
Design & Inspiration
My inspiration for this piece was to find a fabric that was playful, lightweight, and felt like a warm embrace. I sourced the textile from a website specializing in prints by independent artists (Spoonflower). I chose blue because the very concept of "relaxation" belongs to that color.
Functional Details
Utility: I included oversized pockets to easily hold her lighter, cigarette pack, and anything else she might need for her ritual, like a hydrating face mask.
Comfort: The collar is crafted from pure cotton, bringing the softness of nature directly to the skin.
About Me.
My name is long, and I like to say that each part of it represents an aspect of my personality, defining who I am. Let’s start with the last one: Rosa. In English, its translation is pink, and this color has become one of my favorites because a great friend of mine once told me that pink symbolizes self-love. And I have a lot of self-love to stand up for my interests, which connects to my second name, Calçada. Calçada means sidewalk in English, and this surname gives me a sense of path and loyalty.
Guimarães doesn’t have a translation, but it comes from my immigrant grandfather. It takes a lot of courage to move to another country, and through him, I learned to take risks. Lastly, Alice, my first name, represents my uniqueness—like the fact that I often get lost in my own world.
I guess my name perfectly sums up who I am. Nice to meet you!
Education
2025 - Now
Fashion Design AS
City College Of San Francisco
Developing a strong foundation in garment construction, introduction to fashion business. This program has made me more proactive in seeking creative references and honing my sewing skills, while constantly questioning how to create more functional and purposeful fashion
2024-2025
Marketing AS
City College of San Francisco
Gained key insights into consumer behavior, brand strategy, and digital marketing. These strategies directly support the decision-making process when choosing collections, finding inspirations, and analyzing market trends, allowing me to better understand the consumer and address their specific needs.
2017-2020
International Business Bachelor Degree
ESPM - Brazil
Acquired a solid background in global market analysis, supply chain management, and international trade. This education taught me to look at diverse cultures as a source of creative inspiration, while developing strong skills in data analysis, negotiation, and clear cross-cultural communication.