Sandra Carr

Sandra Carr has been a transformative force in the fashion industry for over 30 years. With more than two decades of experience in the New York fashion scene, she has held diverse roles across the design spectrum, including Sample Hand, Cutter, Patternmaker, Textile Associate, Assistant Designer, and Fashion Consultant. Her career highlights include serving as Head Designer for renowned brands such as Calvin Klein and Valentino.

For the past 15 years, Ms. Carr has played a pioneering role at the Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design (CAFD) at The University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), where she has held the positions of Fashion Chair and Senior Lecturer from 2008-2023. She is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York, specializing in Fashion Design, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education with a specialization in Fashion and Textiles, as well as a Master’s degree in Manufacturing, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Creative Arts. Her contributions to the fashion industry are vast and impactful throughout the Caribbean and internationally. Ms. Carr’s extensive experience, leadership, and dedication to fashion education and sustainable development of the industry has made her a key figure in shaping the future of fashion.