Stefania C.
Santa MonicaCA

Fashion Designer (activewear + performance)

I am a world-travelled Italian fashion designer, operating in the USA with 15+ years of industry experience working for international brands and big box retailers, specializing in activewear, performance outerwear, streetwear and leisure wear. With extensive experience creating unique concepts, I start with macro and micro market trend research, and I offer a keen eye for details, complete technical packets, great fit, and a strategic assortment of product. Whether you are an established brand or a newcomer, I can assist and guide you through a seamless process of making your product a successful market reality, leading your design and product development journey. With a background in design, business and sustainable development, I can be your go-to person to make your brand a more responsible collection. SKILLS: • Market, Color + Trend Research • Color Palettes | Mood Boards | Seasonal Concepts • Fabric | Trim | Hardware + Vendors Sourcing • Knowledge of Fabric Technology + Innovation • Line Planning + Product Assortment • Technical Drawings | Linesheets | Look Books • Catalogues + Visual Presentations 
 • Technical Constructions | Specs | Graded Measurements
 • Tech Packs | BOM | Data Base + WIP Monitoring • Fittings • Costing • Sustainable Development | Zero Waste Design • Adobe Photoshop-Illustrator-InDesign, MS Word-Excel-PowerPoint, PLM, Full Circle, Tradestone

Skills

  • Outerwear
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Sustainable Design
  • Loungewear
  • Activewear
  • Bill of Materials
  • Garment Fitting
  • Mood Board
  • Tech Pack