Senior Freelance Designer specializing in sportswear and outdoor apparel, with 18+ years of experience in the fashion industry. My expertise spans the entire development process — from initial concept and design through technical development and production readiness. My focus is always on combining aesthetics, functionality, and uncompromising quality. I have a strong ability to translate heritage references into contemporary, wearable streetwear pieces. Over the years, I’ve created timeless and well-thought-out designs across categories including outerwear, fleece, jersey, pants, and accessories. Beyond creative design, I am highly experienced in developing precise tech packs and collaborating closely with manufacturers to ensure that products meet both design intent and performance requirements.

Anne Toppius

Senior Freelance Designer specializing in sportswear and outdoor apparel, with 18+ years of experience in the fashion industry. My expertise spans the entire development process — from initial concept and design through technical development and production readiness. My focus is always on combining aesthetics, functionality, and uncompromising quality. I have a strong ability to translate heritage references into contemporary, wearable streetwear pieces. Over the years, I’ve created timeless and well-thought-out designs across categories including outerwear, fleece, jersey, pants, and accessories. Beyond creative design, I am highly experienced in developing precise tech packs and collaborating closely with manufacturers to ensure that products meet both design intent and performance requirements.

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Senior Freelance Designer specializing in sportswear and outdoor apparel, with 18+ years of experience in the fashion industry. My expertise spans the entire development process — from initial concept and design through technical development and production readiness. My focus is always on combining aesthetics, functionality, and uncompromising quality.

I have a strong ability to translate heritage references into contemporary, wearable streetwear pieces. Over the years, I’ve created timeless and well-thought-out designs across categories including outerwear, fleece, jersey, pants, and accessories. Beyond creative design, I am highly experienced in developing precise tech packs and collaborating closely with manufacturers to ensure that products meet both design intent and performance requirements.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Portuguese
Beginner
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Co-Founder, Creative Director at Better Nice Cool
March 1, 2025 - Present
Co-founded a textile and branding agency; led product design, branding and creative direction, overseeing concept development and client communications.
Freelance Lecturer for technical drawing with Adobe Illustrator at HTW Berlin - University of applied sciences
August 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Lectured on technical drawing for garment engineering/manufacturing with a focus on Adobe Illustrator workflows.
Senior Designer at Freelance
October 1, 2021 - Present
Sustainable fashion designer focused on outdoor and active sports; responsible for moodboards, design concepts, tech packs, sampling, production management and quality control.
Designer at Finkid GmbH / Finside
June 1, 2021 - October 16, 2025
Developed collections (80-110 styles per season) for kids and ladies; created moodboards and color concepts; produced tech packs/flats; contributed to sourcing, sales analysis, store checks, tradeshows, and QA.
Junior Designer at Finkid GmbH / Finside offICE
December 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025
Joined as Junior Designer; supported garment engineers and pattern makers; contributed to moodboards, color concepts, tech packs and sample comments.
Project Manager at Corporate Media Berlin
July 1, 2013 - October 16, 2025
Project management, client and supplier care; monitored projects, timelines and budgets; graphic design for several projects (print and online).
Freelance Fashion Designer at Studio Nexos / Design OFFICE
May 1, 2010 - October 16, 2025
Created moodboards and colorboards for shoes, outdoor- and sportswear projects.
Styling Assistant at Nici Theuerkauf
November 1, 2009 - October 16, 2025
Assisted styling projects and shoots; contributed to wardrobe styling.
Project Assistant at Flora Fauna MEDIA GmbH
July 1, 2009 - October 16, 2025
Planning and monitoring for 5 Gum/Wrigley brand launch; involvement in the 5 Senses contest.
Co-Founder at The Offer / Design Network
September 1, 2008 - Present
Co-founded design network; responsible for concept, showroom organization and public relations coordination.
Owner at ANNMEE
April 1, 2010 - October 16, 2025
Owner of fashion brand ANNMEE.
Practical Semester at Fummel & Kram, München
February 1, 2005 - October 16, 2025
Practical semester focusing on design research, mood boards, pattern creation and prototyping.
Internship at Thomas Maria Stoehr, Neustadt
September 1, 2003 - October 16, 2025
Showroom internship; organized fashion shows.
Internship at National Theater, Mannheim
July 1, 2002 - October 16, 2025
Internship in dressmaking for men; costume education.

Education

Diploma Fashiondesign at University of Applied Sciences Trier
October 1, 2002 - October 1, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education