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I’m Carlize van Zyl, a fashion design student and emerging designer based in Stellenbosch. I’m currently completing my Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Design at Elizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion, following my Diploma in Fashion Design (2022–2024). I’ve gained hands-on experience through multiple internships across studios, knitwear, and the wool/mohair value chain, and I’ve presented designs on global platforms. I’m passionate about turning ideas into tangible garments, collaborating across teams, and exploring responsible sourcing and production workflows. My work blends creative concept development with practical execution, from moodboards and pattern drafting to fittings, show styling, and backstage production. I enjoy the pace of fashion events, the detail of garment construction, and the challenge of delivering brand-aligned design outcomes that are both beautiful and functional.…I’m Carlize van Zyl, a fashion design student and emerging designer based in Stellenbosch. I’m currently completing my Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Design at Elizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion, following my Diploma in Fashion Design (2022–2024). I’ve gained hands-on experience through multiple internships across studios, knitwear, and the wool/mohair value chain, and I’ve presented designs on global platforms. I’m passionate about turning ideas into tangible garments, collaborating across teams, and exploring responsible sourcing and production workflows. My work blends creative concept development with practical execution, from moodboards and pattern drafting to fittings, show styling, and backstage production. I enjoy the pace of fashion events, the detail of garment construction, and the challenge of delivering brand-aligned design outcomes that are both beautiful and functional.

Carlize van Zyl

Designer, Wardrobe, Costume Designer, +5

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I’m Carlize van Zyl, a fashion design student and emerging designer based in Stellenbosch. I’m currently completing my Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Design at Elizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion, following my Diploma in Fashion Design (2022–2024). I’ve gained hands-on experience through multiple internships across studios, knitwear, and the wool/mohair value chain, and I’ve presented designs on global platforms. I’m passionate about turning ideas into tangible garments, collaborating across teams, and exploring responsible sourcing and production workflows. My work blends creative concept development with practical execution, from moodboards and pattern drafting to fittings, show styling, and backstage production. I enjoy the pace of fashion events, the detail of garment construction, and the challenge of delivering brand-aligned design outcomes that are both beautiful and functional.…I’m Carlize van Zyl, a fashion design student and emerging designer based in Stellenbosch. I’m currently completing my Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Design at Elizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion, following my Diploma in Fashion Design (2022–2024). I’ve gained hands-on experience through multiple internships across studios, knitwear, and the wool/mohair value chain, and I’ve presented designs on global platforms. I’m passionate about turning ideas into tangible garments, collaborating across teams, and exploring responsible sourcing and production workflows. My work blends creative concept development with practical execution, from moodboards and pattern drafting to fittings, show styling, and backstage production. I enjoy the pace of fashion events, the detail of garment construction, and the challenge of delivering brand-aligned design outcomes that are both beautiful and functional.

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I’m Carlize van Zyl, a fashion design student and emerging designer based in Stellenbosch. I’m currently completing my Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Design at Elizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion, following my Diploma in Fashion Design (2022–2024). I’ve gained hands-on experience through multiple internships across studios, knitwear, and the wool/mohair value chain, and I’ve presented designs on global platforms. I’m passionate about turning ideas into tangible garments, collaborating across teams, and exploring responsible sourcing and production workflows.

My work blends creative concept development with practical execution, from moodboards and pattern drafting to fittings, show styling, and backstage production. I enjoy the pace of fashion events, the detail of garment construction, and the challenge of delivering brand-aligned design outcomes that are both beautiful and functional.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Afrikaans

Fluent

Work Experience

Intern at Viviers Studio

January 1, 2025 - January 31, 2025

Assisted with exhibition installation, managed deliveries and pickups, supported the in-house CMT team, stock management, organization, and sourcing studio supplies. Worked with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Coordinated an intern group project, assisted with fittings, and helped prepare and style looks for a fashion show and a photoshoot.

Intern at Vuya Knitwear

January 1, 2025 - January 21, 2025

Worked on three knitwear projects, enhancing understanding of fibres, machine processes, and knit programming. Gained insights into technical knitwear development and production workflows.

Intern at Cape Wools & Mohair SA

January 1, 2025 - January 21, 2025

Attended industry site visits and fibre demonstrations, gaining hands-on exposure to wool and mohair value chains and responsible sourcing.

Participant / Designer at Global Fashion Graduate South Africa – Arts Thread