Kauri Kong

Fashion Buyer

This is a project page of fashion buying. 

As a designer with over 9 years of experience in the fashion industry, Kauri has worked as an accessories buyer with an established track record of success. 

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STYLI

STYLI is the ultimate fashion trendy Dubai brand at affordable prices. In Kauri’s role, she was responsible for overseeing the accessories categories for multiple fashion brands. This includes items such as handbags, shoes, jewelry, watches and other accessories. She sources products from designers and manufacturers globally and work closely with merchandising teams to develop cohesive strategies.

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BLOOMCHIC

BloomChic is a digital-first fashion and lifestyle brand established in 2021 for modern women sized 10-30.

Kauri’s day-to-day work as Accessories Specialist involves analyzing market trends, researching new designers, attending trade shows, and negotiating contracts. Kauri has strong data analysis abilities and create detailed sales forecasts and product performance reports. This allows her to make informed purchasing decisions and maximize profits.

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Maison FouFou

Maison FouFou is a French style accessories brand who ship worldwide. 

In my role, I use my solid product expertise built up over many seasons. This understanding of materials, craftsmanship, silhouettes and pricing points helps me identify high quality items that appeal to our target customers. I also evaluate vendor relationships and ensure we are receiving excellent customer service.

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Azazie

Azazie is a leading DTC bridal and special occasion platform offering customizable dresses and accessories.

In my role as Category Manager for accessories, I leveraged my cross-category expertise in product development, supply chain optimization, and data-driven merchandising to transform the accessories business. My deep understanding of materials (like bridal-grade rhinestones and lightweight metal alloys), craftsmanship (hand-finishing techniques for heirloom pieces), and pricing psychology helped curate collections that balanced quality with aspirational value.