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I bring a blend of creative vision and hands-on craftsmanship to every leather goods collection. My professional experience spans collaboration with top fashion houses and a proven ability to translate brand DNA into distinctive accessories.
I excel at prototyping, material and hardware selection, and coordinating with merchandising teams to evolve collections in line with strategic plans. I thrive in fast-paced environments and lead teams with clarity, precision, and passion for craft.
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Language
Italian
Fluent
English
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French
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Work Experience
Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
October 1, 2020 - PresentTaught and mentored students in fashion accessories design, supported development of design concepts, materials selection, prototyping processes, and collection development; maintained liaison with merchandising teams.
Head Designer Bags and Small Leather Goods at Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli
July 31, 2020 - October 6, 2025Designed women's leather goods and small leather goods collections; interpreted brand DNA; selected materials and metal hardware for prototyping; coordinated prototyping with suppliers; reported to merchandising team for collection development.
Senior Designer Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace
February 1, 2010 - October 6, 2025Creative design of leather goods and small leather goods for Versace and Gianni Versace Couture; materials and hardware selection for prototyping; managed prototyping processes and samples production; reported to supervisors.
Junior Designer Women and Men Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Fendi
July 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025Developed design collections for leather goods for both men and women; aligned with manager's style; material processing and prototyping; daily reporting to suppliers and workers for prototyping and samples production.
Assistant Designer at Versace
December 31, 2002 - October 6, 2025Assisted design of womenswear collections; contributed to design development for Versace.
Professional Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
June 1, 2004 - October 6, 2025Professional tutor at Istituto Marangoni (June 2004) – supported students in fashion design topics and studio practice.
Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
October 1, 2020 - PresentProfessional tutor and contributor to accessory design education; involved in curriculum support and mentoring.
Head Designer Bags and Small Leather Goods at Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli
July 1, 2020 - October 6, 2025Direct design responsibility for women's leather goods and small leather goods; aligned with brand DNA; materials and metal hardware selection for prototyping and samples; maintained daily supplier communications and collaborated with merchandising for collection development.
Senior Designer Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace
February 1, 2011 - October 6, 2025Creative design of leather goods and small leather goods for Versace and Gianni Versace Couture; materials, machining and hardware selection for prototyping and samples; daily reporting with suppliers and workers.
Junior Designer Women and Men | Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Fendi
July 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025Developed design collections for leather goods and small leather goods for both men and women; ensured alignment with manager's style; prototyping materials and samples; daily reporting.
Assistant Designer at Versace
December 1, 2002 - PresentDesigned womenswear collections; contributed to design development.
Professional Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
June 1, 2004 - October 6, 2025Professional tutor; freelance designer collaborating with Chinarelli.
Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
October 1, 2020 - PresentProfessional tutor and accessory design guidance; design of women's leather goods; collaboration with merchandising teams; oversight of prototyping and collection development.
Senior Designer, Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace
July 31, 2020 - October 6, 2025Creative design of leather and small leather goods collections for Versace and Gianni Versace Couture; material, machining, and hardware sourcing for prototyping; daily liaison with suppliers and workers for prototyping and samples.
Senior Designer, Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace
February 28, 2010 - October 6, 2025Creative design for leather goods collections; material and hardware selection; prototyping and samples production; coordination with suppliers and workers.
Junior Designer, Women and Men | Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Fendi
July 31, 2016 - October 6, 2025Developing design collections for leather goods; materials selection and prototyping; reporting with suppliers and workers for prototyping and samples production.
Assistant Designer at Versace
December 31, 2002 - October 6, 2025Assisted in designing womenswear collections for Versace.
Professional Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
June 30, 2004 - October 6, 2025Professional tutor in design; office style, sportswear collection.
Freelancer Designer at Chinarelli
June 30, 2004 - October 6, 2025Freelance designer work.
Head Designer Bags and Small Leather Goods at Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli
July 31, 2020 - October 6, 2025Led design and development of leather goods collections, translating brand DNA into distinctive, market-ready pieces. Managed concept ideation, materials and hardware selection, prototyping oversight, and coordination with suppliers and production. Maintained daily prototyping updates and collaborated with merchandising to align collections with seasonal goals.
Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
October 1, 2020 - PresentProvided instruction and mentorship in fashion/accessory design, guided students through project development, and supported curriculum planning.
Senior Designer Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace (Gianni Versace Couture)
February 28, 2010 - October 6, 2025Creative design of leather goods collections; materials and hardware sourcing for prototyping; daily reporting to suppliers and production teams; collaboration with merchandising and design units to ensure brand-consistent outcomes.
Junior Designer Women and Men - Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Fendi
July 31, 2016 - October 6, 2025Developed design collections for leather goods and small leather goods for both women and men; pursued material selection, prototyping, and samples production; maintained alignment with manager's style direction.
Professional Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
June 30, 2004 - October 6, 2025Taught fashion/design topics and supported student development.
Freelancer Designer at Chinarelli
June 30, 2004 - October 6, 2025Freelance design projects for the brand.
Assistant Designer at Versace
December 31, 2002 - October 6, 2025Design womenswear collections and contribute to overall collection development.
Head Designer Bags and Small Leather Goods at Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli
July 1, 2020 - October 6, 2025Interpret the brand DNA to create unique leather goods collections; design women's leather goods and small leather goods; material and hardware selection for prototyping; provide daily reporting to suppliers; liaise with merchandising for collection development.
Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
October 1, 2020 - PresentTutor and contributor in the accessory/design programs.
Senior Designer Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace
February 1, 2011 - October 6, 2025Creative design of leather goods and small leather goods for Versace and Gianni Versace Couture; materials, machining and hardware for prototyping; samples production.
Junior Designer Women and Men | Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Fendi
July 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025Developing design collections for leather goods; women’s and men’s lines; materials selection for prototyping and samples; reporting to suppliers and production teams.
Assistant Designer at Versace
December 1, 2002 - October 6, 2025Design womenswear collections.
Professional Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
June 1, 2004 - October 6, 2025Professional tutor at Istituto Marangoni (date unspecified in resume).
Freelancer Designer at Chinarelli
June 1, 2004 - October 6, 2025Freelance design work; language and design skills highlighted in resume.
Head Designer Bags and Small Leather Goods at Roberto Cavalli and Just Cavalli
October 1, 2020 - PresentStrongly interpret the brand DNA to create distinctive women’s leather goods and small leather goods collections. Responsibilities include design development, material and hardware sourcing for prototyping, daily supplier/prototyping coordination, and direct collaboration with merchandising for collection development aligned with the merchandising plan.
Tutor at Istituto Marangoni; Accessory Consultancy at Istituto Marangoni
July 1, 2020 - October 6, 2025Provide tutelage and consultancy in accessory design, coordinating with teams on collection development and prototyping processes.
Senior Designer Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Versace and Gianni Versace Couture
February 1, 2010 - October 6, 2025Creative design for leather goods and small leather goods collections for Versace and Gianni Versace Couture; materials, machining, and hardware prototyping; daily reporting with suppliers/workers; collaboration with merchandising.
Junior Designer Women and Men; Leather Goods and Small Leather Goods at Fendi
July 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025Developing design collections for leather goods and small leather goods, men and women, aligned with manager’s style; materials sourcing and prototyping management.
Assistant Designer at Versace
December 1, 2002 - October 6, 2025Design womenswear collections.
Professional Tutor at Istituto Marangoni
June 1, 2004 - October 6, 2025Freelance Designer at Chinarelli
June 1, 2004 - October 6, 2025Education
Painting at Academy of Fine Arts of Brera
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Accessories Class at London Central Saint Martins
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Painting at Academy of Fine Arts of Brera
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Accessories Class at Central Saint Martins (London)
January 1, 2001 - October 6, 2025Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Painting at Academy of Fine Arts of Brera
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Accessories Class at London Central Saint Martins
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2003Painting at Academy of Fine Arts of Brera
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Accessories Class at London Central Saint Martins
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2003Painting at Academy of Fine Arts of Brera
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Accessories Class at London Central Saint Martins
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Painting at Academy of Fine Arts of Brera
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Accessories Class at London Central Saint Martins
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Qualifications
Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Other
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