LA FABRIQUE (Udine, Italy) | September 2012 - August 2016
DESIGN & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT – WOMENSWEAR + ACCESSORIES
- Designed and developed women’s ready-to-wear collections and accessories twice a year, overseeing every stage of the design process—from initial concept to final product
- Successfully managed product development timelines and cross-functional communication under high-pressure environments, proactively resolving issues related to fabric sourcing, pattern making, and garment construction
- Conducted colour and trend forecasting, material sourcing, and shape research—attending international fashion fairs for inspiration and supplier connection
- Skilled in CAD drawing, hand sketching, sample making, tailoring, pattern development, fittings, and alterations
- Strong technical knowledge and handling experience with woven and stretch fabrics, silk, leather, and fur
- Led styling and outfit curation for campaign shoots, aligning creative direction with brand identity
- Created graphic assets for flyers, lookbooks, and product catalogues to support marketing initiatives
- Maintained and nurtured relationships with suppliers, buyers, and clients during business meetings and industry events
Projects shown below were completed as part of my role at LA FABRIQUE and are used here for portfolio purposes only.