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Designs and develops premium knitwear collections in France, from concept through production launch. Brings strong knitwear/jersey expertise across flat-bend, 3D and circular knitting, with experience spanning ready-to-wear and swim/loungewear categories.
Known for innovation, eco-responsive yarn sourcing and distinct knitwear DNA for premium brands. Experienced in offer development, trend-driven design, team leadership (designers/developpers/interns), and end-to-end project management including training and consulting.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Language
French
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Beginner
Work Experience
Senior designer knitwear (freelance) at THE KOOPLES (MAUS frères group)
June 1, 2023 - PresentSenior knitwear designer supporting SS24–FW24 women collections (30 styles). Own knitwear design from concept to development and production launch, with focus on premium execution and strong knitwear identity.
Head designer knitwear & jersey (freelance) at CLAUDIE PIERLOT (SMCP group)
February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023Lead knitwear and jersey design for SS24 women (45 styles). Managed a junior jersey designer plus 2 developpers and an intern. Provided new artistic direction for influencer Lamia Lagha and improved margins through new yarn sourcing while establishing a strong knitwear/jersey DNA to differentiate from SMCP brands.
Senior knitwear designer/developper (freelance) at SWILDENS - FIVE JEANS (Five-Swildens-Amour group)
June 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023Developed knitwear for SWILDENS FW23 women (15 styles) and FIVE JEANS SS23 & FW23 (25–35 styles). Initiated denim recycled yarn-based collection and implemented Italy-made styles; responsible for design and development delivery.
Senior knitwear designer/developper (freelance) at SOI PARIS
February 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022Senior knitwear design and development for FW22 women (10 styles), made in Italy. Translated the brand’s graphic design singularity into knitwear proposals and managed the technical handover toward production.
Senior knitwear designer/developper (freelance) at MIRAE
July 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021Led knitwear design and development for FW21 women (12 styles), made in Italy. Set new artistic direction for influencer @mayachantout and generated the first knitwear collection under a very short deadline.
Senior jersey designer (freelance) at COMPTOIR DES COTONNIERS (Fast Retailing group)
January 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021Designed SS22 women jersey (30 styles). Worked with the product director (Uniqlo U/CDC/PTT) on offer and concept. Expanded a best-selling linen t-shirt across Uniqlo world and PTT brands, and managed the easywear concept between city woven and cut&sewn to create new silhouettes and comfort.
Senior knitwear designer/developper (freelance) at ANDORE PARIS
July 1, 2020 - July 31, 2022Designed and developed FW20, FW21 and SS22 women knitwear (5 styles) made in Italy. Worked with eco-labeled and recycled yarn sourcing only and generated fancy, eco-responsive knitwear designs in collaboration with the founder and influencer @thedarcysdaily.
Senior knitwear designer (freelance) at LE SLIP FRANÇAIS (Experience Capital group)
January 1, 2020 - February 28, 2021Designed SS21 and FW21 knitwear for women and men (15 styles per season), made in France. Worked on new Italian yarn sourcing and collaborated with the new artistic director to create new designs across women, men and unisex while improving existing basics.
Senior knitwear designer (freelance) at TARA JARMON
September 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020Designed FW20 women knitwear (35 styles). Contributed to collection design and development for premium ready-to-wear knitwear.
Head designer Women Streetwear (freelance) at PICTURE ORGANIC CLOTHING
September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2020Head designer for FW21 women streetwear organic apparel (60 styles). Directed full collection artistic direction, created colorcard and merchandising themes, and upgraded the streetwear line into more premium ready-to-wear. Sourced organic or recycled fabrics only.
Senior knitwear designer (freelance) at PRINCESSE TAM-TAM (Fast Retailing group)
July 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020Delivered FW20, SS21 and FW21 women knitwear (25 styles per season). Increased sales for the cashmere line and initiated a 3D seamless made category. Created a cashmere V-neck best-seller, later expanded to the Uniqlo world.
Senior knitwear/jersey/swimwear designer (freelance) at CYRILLUS
April 1, 2017 - July 31, 2019Designed SS18, FW18, SS19, FW19 and SS20 women knitwear/jersey/swimwear (100 styles per season). Increased sales by +30% on first season and provided new artistic direction. Upgraded category to premium offer and managed eco-responsive projects and family special projects.
Senior knitwear & jersey designer (freelance) at NEWMAN
February 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017Designed SS18 women knitwear & jersey (50 models). Relaunched the historic men brand and participated in the women collection launch.
Senior knitwear designer-consultant (freelance) at PECLERS PARIS (Trends agency)
September 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017Designed and consulted for SS18 and FW18 knit and cut&sewn trend book. Performed trend analysis, created key designs, season colors and thematics, and oversaw the knitted swatch category with the agency’s head designer.
Senior knitwear designer (freelance) at MARIE-SIXTINE
February 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017Designed SS17, FW17 and SS18 women knitwear (15 styles per season). Provided new artistic direction and created crush knitwear styles to complete the basic offer.
Founder & designer at FRENCH MOOD CUBE
February 1, 2013 - January 31, 2016Founded and designed swimwear & beachwear brand (SS14–SS16). Produced swimsuits, jersey, circular knitwear and accessories with exclusive prints. Managed full project delivery and received GEAI business incubator support; organized collaborative pop-up store with local designers in Hossegor.
Junior knitwear/jersey/swimwear designer at SONIA BY SONIA RYKIEL
August 1, 2007 - February 28, 2013Worked as a junior designer in knitwear/jersey/swimwear, mixing knit with woven (CDI). Designed categories including swimsuits and socks, collaborating in a team with the artistic director and head knit designer.
Head designer knitwear & jersey assistant (internship) at BALENCIAGA
January 1, 2007 - February 28, 2007Assisted the head designer for knitwear and jersey during an internship period.
Founder’s assistant (internship) at SAKINA M’SA
June 1, 2006 - July 31, 2006Assisted the founder during internship.
Education
Fashion design BA at Atelier Chardon Savard, Paris
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007Spanish degree for foreign students (honours) at Universitat de Barcelona
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004Litterature baccalauréat (honours) at Lycée Racine, Paris
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
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