I am a textile and graphic designer based in Brussels, passionate about material research and visual communication. My work blends aesthetic rigor with conceptual storytelling, allowing me to create unified visual and textile systems that prioritize formal quality and technical precision. I'm constantly exploring new territories within design through controlled experimentation.

ARIANNA COLCIAGO

I am a textile and graphic designer based in Brussels, passionate about material research and visual communication. My work blends aesthetic rigor with conceptual storytelling, allowing me to create unified visual and textile systems that prioritize formal quality and technical precision. I'm constantly exploring new territories within design through controlled experimentation.

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I am a textile and graphic designer based in Brussels, passionate about material research and visual communication. My work blends aesthetic rigor with conceptual storytelling, allowing me to create unified visual and textile systems that prioritize formal quality and technical precision. I’m constantly exploring new territories within design through controlled experimentation.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Textile and Graphic Designer / Style Office at Italtex S.P.A.
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Supported the development of textile patterns and surfaces, from conceptual research to technical execution. Engaged in material property analysis, yarn selection, and color palette definition while producing visual and photographic content for digital communication and social media.
Graphic designer and textile / Style office at Italtex S.P.A.
March 1, 2024 - Present
Pattern and fabric design, from creative idea to realization; analysis of fibers and fabrics, choice of yarns and colors; photo creation for website and social media.
Visual & Brand Content Creator at My Golden Cage
September 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Developed visual and photographic content for digital communication and social media platforms, supporting the brand’s visual identity through photographic material and visual storytelling.
CAD Modaris Assistant at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA), Milan
September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2023
Reviewed and supported students’ CAD projects, creating paper and digital patterns for presentations, contributing to the skill development in digital pattern making within a fashion context.
Stylist Assistant at Maria Chiara Gherardi
September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2023
Assisted in stylistic research and development of visual concepts through mood boards and look selection while collaborating with PR offices and brand partners.
Fashion Show & Creative Assistant at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA), Milan
January 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Supported creative direction and overall management of fashion shows, including casting, fittings, and garment supervision. Produced visual and digital content and editorial curation of the magazine 'Human Reload'.

Education

Fashion Design at NABA Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti - Milano
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Media and Information Design at Luca School of Arts - Bruxelles
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025
Master in Media and Information Design at Luca School of Arts
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Fashion Design (Styling and Communication) at Naba, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Junior Casting Director
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Junior Creative Director
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Partial scholarship to the second academic year at Naba, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Second place - Wool4school design competition
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
First place - Senigallia Collezioni Moda e Formazione
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
First place - rebranding Centro21
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Beyond Immersive | Luca School of Arts
January 1, 2026 - June 22, 2026
Penelope CAD | Digital Pattern Making and Textile Development
January 1, 2025 - June 22, 2026
TAD | Advanced Adobe Software Training
January 1, 2023 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education