Alexa Dumitru Consulting
Honest, technical, teacher-level guidance for designers at every stage. I don't just fix the problem, I explain why it happened so you can solve it yourself next time.
Service Menu
Portfolio Review
For: design students, early-career designers, and anyone building an application portfolio.
What you get: honest critique on cohesion, presentation, technical execution, and how to sequence your pieces for maximum impact.
Format: 45-60 min video call, or written feedback if you prefer async.
$75 per session · $40 written feedback
Paper Pattern Correction & Review
For: anyone whose drafted or altered pattern isn't fitting or working right.
What you get: marked-up corrections and a clear explanation of why it was off.
Format: send photos or scans of your pattern and the garment issue beforehand, then a 30-45 min walkthrough call.
From $50 · up to $75 depending on complexity
Construction Consultation
For: anyone stuck on a technical problem, like a fit issue, finishing technique, or tricky seam or closure.
What you get: targeted, practical problem-solving from someone who teaches construction professionally.
Format: 30-45 min call, ideally with the garment or photos in hand.
$60 per session
Collection Development
For: designers building a first collection or capsule who need structure.
What you get: help with cohesion, fabric and color story, piece sequencing, editing down an overambitious lineup, and timeline planning.
Format: one 60-90 min session, or a 3-call package over a month.
$125 single session · $275 for 3 sessions
Bring A Garment
For: anyone who isn't sure whether their problem is a fit issue or a construction issue.
What you get: a full diagnosis of what's going wrong and a clear plan to fix it, covering both fit and construction in one session.
Format: 45-60 min video call with the garment in hand.
$65 per session
Concept & Mood Board Session
For: designers who have an idea but no direction yet.
What you get: help turning a loose concept into a focused creative direction, including mood, color, silhouette, and story.
Format: 60 min video call.
$75 per session
Line Sheet & Production Review
For: designers about to approach stores or manufacturers.
What you get: a professional check that your line sheet and materials are complete, clear, and ready to send.
Format: send your materials beforehand, then a 45 min feedback call.
$75 per session
Collection Launch Package
For: designers ready to take a collection from idea to market.
What you get: collection development, a portfolio or line sheet review, and a construction check-in, all in one.
Format: a bundle of sessions over one to two months.