At the end of 2021, curiosity got the best of me and I decided to change my career.
For the past year, I’ve been a Senior UX Designer on the Apple Online Store design team, shaping end-to-end global experiences—from launching Immediate & Same-Day iPhone Delivery to redesigning multi-language financing flows across China and Korea, and driving Arabic-language UX across web/app including the coordination of delivery and fulfillment across the region laying the groundwork for the upcoming Diriyah flagship store.
Before entering tech, I spent 15+ years in fashion design leadership, overseeing a $500M business at Lands’ End, scaling multiple product categories across two brands at Ralph Lauren, and leading 25+ designers. Whether building Olympic uniforms or rethinking ecommerce delivery, my career has been about creating experiences that resonate globally and building teams that can deliver them.
What sets me apart is the ability to bridge worlds: I can prototype in Figma and discuss system architecture, but I can also scale businesses, lead global teams, and align design with growth strategy. I thrive when launching into new markets, new categories, and new digital experiences—connecting user needs with business impact.
What it’s like to work with me.
Vinod Sukumaran, Senior Product Manager • Marcel.ai
“Christine is one of those rare UX Designers who seamlessly blends creativity, empathy, and precision. Working with her at Publicis Groupe was an absolute pleasure, as she brought a deep understanding of user needs, a keen eye for design, and a structured approach to problem-solving.
Her patience in listening to customer and end-user challenges, brainstorming thoughtful solutions, and suggesting impactful ways to enhance engagement and usability set her apart. She meticulously documented user journeys, called out critical areas with clarity, and ensured that nothing was overlooked.
In our fast-paced, SAFe Agile environment, Christine’s ability to provide timely updates and proactive follow ups made our collaboration effortless. She was incredibly accommodating with the Indian timezone, further proving her dedication and flexibility.
Christine is not just an outstanding UX Designer, she’s a catalyst for better experiences, a problem solver who thrives in complexity, and a team player who uplifts everyone around her. Any team looking for a worldclass UX professional would be fortunate to have her.”
Matthew Weprin, Senior Manager UX Design • Workday
“I had the absolute honor and pleasure of learning with Christine as her mentor through her UX Immersion course at Thinkful. Christine is excellent, period. Her incredible background in fashion design was a perfect foundation for her pathway into User Experience Design. I have mentored hundreds of students through the years, and none have made as big an impression on me as Christine.
I always enjoyed her creative, sometimes unconventional approach, and her design ideas were exceptional. She is super creative, always thinking outside the box and coming up with cool new designs. She is simply a fantastic persona and designer with an endless capacity to develop unique creative ideas.
Christine is always open to feedback, whether critical or complimentary. She designs based on research and empathy, which seems almost natural for her, and creative abilities that are second to none. If Christine isn't working on one of my teams, I am confident she would make a fantastic addition to yours in any capacity.”
Shelley Baltazar, Senior Design Manager • Columbia Sportswear
“I could not have been happier to be managed and mentored by Christine while she was at Lands' End. She leads with compassion and clarity. She effortlessly guides her teams through any challenges that arise with positivity and transparency. Her ability to immerse herself in any customer and brand is an inspiration. It allows her to give clear feedback based on her strong ability to build a product assortment that will drive results. She works seamlessly with cross-functional teams to ensure we had the best processes and timelines, which created a positive work environment for all. I couldn’t say enough great things about working for Christine and I am fortunate she continues to support and guide me as a lifetime mentor.”
Erin Schulenberg, Senior Denim Designer • Macy’s
“I worked with Christine for over 2 years at Lands' End on the design team. She was and continues to be an incredible mentor, leader, and friend. She always lead with conviction, confidence, and compassion. I am honored to have been part of her team and see her vision in work. It isn't always that we get to work for and with individuals that continue to push boundaries and challenge expectations to make the world a better place. Thank you Christine!”
Teddy von Ranson, CCO • TEDDY VONRANSON
“I had the privilege of working with Christine while she was Design Director at Ralph Lauren. There I watched her lead a large team of designers and execute highly detailed product season after season with meticulous care and attention to detail. This level of work was equally matched by her impeccable taste level; which spanned high fashion to much more approachable or consumer driven design. I lament that I didn’t get to spend more time with Christine and that we aren’t geographically closer, otherwise she would be a consummate partner in growing my business.”