Step 1: Develop Your Idea
I want to create my own portfolio website to showcase my abilities in the field of product design. I have the goal that someone will be interested in my designs after seeing my website, which will become my resume that I will show to major companies after graduation.
My goal is to design a webpage that showcases my projects as a product designer so that visitors can learn about my unique style, design philosophy, and the work I have accomplished.
Key Challenges:
- Present a coherent narrative about my aesthetic.
- Showcase my work through a clear and user-friendly layout.
- Ensure visitors have an engaging experience.
Step 2: Discovery and Research
I chose Pinterest as my reference because although design is very simple, it conveys information well and gives me a lot of inspo. I also researched other fashion and product designers' web pages and portfolio as well as shopping interface sites, exploring styles and image-based designs.
Discoveries:
- Something fun and creative!
- High-quality images.
- Storytelling.
Conclusion: My website should have a clean, yet fun minimalist layout.
Step 3: Target My Audience
Audience: Potential clients, partners, or employers in the fashion and softgoods industry, as well as softgoods and jewelry lovers and followers of my personal brand.
User Needs:
- Clear project presentation.
- Personal information such as background, and other platforms.
- Easy navigation to explore work.
Content Strategy: Tell the story behind each project, keep language professional but relatable, and let my personality come through in the "About Me" section.
Step 4: Inspiration and Concepts
Inspiration:
Mood board:
Step 5: Thumbnails
Step 6: Wireframe
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