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Hello, my name is Heydar Babayev. I am a Milan-based fashion designer with experience in womenswear design, collection development, product development, and size and fit. I studied Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni in Milan, and I am currently the founder and creative director of HYDE Studio, where I develop womenswear collections from concept to final product. My work includes research, moodboards, silhouette development, sketches, fabric direction, fittings, supplier communication, and production follow-up. I also worked as a freelance Size and Fit Specialist at YOOX NET-A-PORTER, where I developed a stronger understanding of fit, garment construction, proportions, product quality, and how luxury products are evaluated across different categories. At the moment, I am looking for an opportunity to grow inside an international fashion company and contribute to a professional design team. I am especially interested in concept development, womenswear, research, inspiration boards, technical sketches, fittings, and the process of building a collection from the first idea to the final product.…Hello, my name is Heydar Babayev. I am a Milan-based fashion designer with experience in womenswear design, collection development, product development, and size and fit. I studied Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni in Milan, and I am currently the founder and creative director of HYDE Studio, where I develop womenswear collections from concept to final product. My work includes research, moodboards, silhouette development, sketches, fabric direction, fittings, supplier communication, and production follow-up. I also worked as a freelance Size and Fit Specialist at YOOX NET-A-PORTER, where I developed a stronger understanding of fit, garment construction, proportions, product quality, and how luxury products are evaluated across different categories. At the moment, I am looking for an opportunity to grow inside an international fashion company and contribute to a professional design team. I am especially interested in concept development, womenswear, research, inspiration boards, technical sketches, fittings, and the process of building a collection from the first idea to the final product.

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Hello, my name is Heydar Babayev. I am a Milan-based fashion designer with experience in womenswear design, collection development, product development, and size and fit. I studied Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni in Milan, and I am currently the founder and creative director of HYDE Studio, where I develop womenswear collections from concept to final product. My work includes research, moodboards, silhouette development, sketches, fabric direction, fittings, supplier communication, and production follow-up. I also worked as a freelance Size and Fit Specialist at YOOX NET-A-PORTER, where I developed a stronger understanding of fit, garment construction, proportions, product quality, and how luxury products are evaluated across different categories. At the moment, I am looking for an opportunity to grow inside an international fashion company and contribute to a professional design team. I am especially interested in concept development, womenswear, research, inspiration boards, technical sketches, fittings, and the process of building a collection from the first idea to the final product.…Hello, my name is Heydar Babayev. I am a Milan-based fashion designer with experience in womenswear design, collection development, product development, and size and fit. I studied Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni in Milan, and I am currently the founder and creative director of HYDE Studio, where I develop womenswear collections from concept to final product. My work includes research, moodboards, silhouette development, sketches, fabric direction, fittings, supplier communication, and production follow-up. I also worked as a freelance Size and Fit Specialist at YOOX NET-A-PORTER, where I developed a stronger understanding of fit, garment construction, proportions, product quality, and how luxury products are evaluated across different categories. At the moment, I am looking for an opportunity to grow inside an international fashion company and contribute to a professional design team. I am especially interested in concept development, womenswear, research, inspiration boards, technical sketches, fittings, and the process of building a collection from the first idea to the final product.

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Hello, my name is Heydar Babayev. I am a Milan-based fashion designer with experience in womenswear design, collection development, product development, and size and fit.

I studied Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni in Milan, and I am currently the founder and creative director of HYDE Studio, where I develop womenswear collections from concept to final product. My work includes research, moodboards, silhouette development, sketches, fabric direction, fittings, supplier communication, and production follow-up.

I also worked as a freelance Size and Fit Specialist at YOOX NET-A-PORTER, where I developed a stronger understanding of fit, garment construction, proportions, product quality, and how luxury products are evaluated across different categories.

At the moment, I am looking for an opportunity to grow inside an international fashion company and contribute to a professional design team. I am especially interested in concept development, womenswear, research, inspiration boards, technical sketches, fittings, and the process of building a collection from the first idea to the final product.

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Work Experience

Freelance Size & Fit Specialist at YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP (Milan, IT)

July 1, 2025 - Present

Worked across multiple seasonal collections in a luxury e-commerce environment, supporting fit, sizing, garment construction, and product quality evaluation. Collaborated with technical, product, and design teams to assess proportions, wearability, grading, and construction details, improving product presentation that influences commercial performance.

Creative Direction, Product Development & Product Production Manager (Home Textiles) at Barbara Isaia (Naples, IT)

February 1, 2024 - Present

Led creative direction, product development, and production management for the brand’s first tableware collection. Developed ~40 products in a startup environment while maintaining high design and quality standards. Coordinated suppliers, production partners, materials, embroidery techniques, timelines, and final execution.

Fashion Design & Research and Development (Fashion & Product Development)

July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025

Fashion and product development professional with international experience across collection development, creative direction, product lifecycle management, size & fit, and production coordination. Delivered workshops, training sessions, onboarding programs, and public speaking activities; focused on fashion sustainability and luxury brand development; taught students and young professionals.

Project Manager at Keepface (Dubai, UAE)

July 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021

Managed creative and influencer marketing projects, coordinating communication between clients, internal teams, brands, and external partners. Prepared proposals, media plans, and campaign strategies while maintaining alignment with timelines, deliverables, and expectations. Strengthened client communication, project coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Front of House Team Leader at Azerbaijan Grand Prix – Formula 1 (Baku, AZE)

February 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019

Led and coordinated front-of-house teams during an international sporting event. Supported onboarding, scheduling, and daily operations for staff and volunteers. Ensured smooth execution under high-pressure conditions while maintaining service quality and team performance.

Corporate Communications Intern at Azercell Telecom LLC (Dubai, UAE)

January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019

Supported corporate communications, media monitoring, press materials, internal communications, and event organization. Gained experience in professional communications, corporate processes, and cross-department collaboration.

Head of Talent Management at AIESEC in Azerbaijan (Baku, AZ)

February 1, 2016 - July 1, 2020

Led national-level training, onboarding, and people development initiatives. Delivered four full recruitment cycles and achieved the highest membership intake record at the time. Designed and delivered the National Education Cycle (NEC) with structured learning content supporting role readiness, leadership development, and performance; served as Agenda Manager for national onboarding conferences; built internal education tools including job description books, data optimization processes, and soft skills seminars.