A fashion designer and creative lead specialized in brand launch and manufacturing-driven design. With a deep rooted passion for art, travel and design. My experience spans over a decade in product development, technical design, textile design, merchandising, and digital and social media management. I've had the honor of having my designs featured in top retailers like Anthropologie and Nordstrom, among others. I’ve lead collections for brands such as Hugo Boss, Cacharel, Cerruti 1881, and Pehr. ​ Driven by a passion for storytelling, I believe fashion is a powerful vehicle for crafting unforgettable experiences. I approach every project with a meticulous yet creative mindset, always aiming to elevate the brand narrative. ​ I'm committed to ethical design practices and have actively participated in charitable fashion events and contests. These values guide my work as I strive to create impactful and meaningful brand experiences.​​​

Maria Garcia Sanchez

A fashion designer and creative lead specialized in brand launch and manufacturing-driven design. With a deep rooted passion for art, travel and design. My experience spans over a decade in product development, technical design, textile design, merchandising, and digital and social media management. I've had the honor of having my designs featured in top retailers like Anthropologie and Nordstrom, among others. I’ve lead collections for brands such as Hugo Boss, Cacharel, Cerruti 1881, and Pehr. ​ Driven by a passion for storytelling, I believe fashion is a powerful vehicle for crafting unforgettable experiences. I approach every project with a meticulous yet creative mindset, always aiming to elevate the brand narrative. ​ I'm committed to ethical design practices and have actively participated in charitable fashion events and contests. These values guide my work as I strive to create impactful and meaningful brand experiences.​​​

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A fashion designer and creative lead specialized in brand launch and manufacturing-driven design. With a deep rooted passion for art, travel and design.

My experience spans over a decade in product development, technical design, textile design, merchandising, and digital and social media management. I’ve had the honor of having my designs featured in top retailers like Anthropologie and Nordstrom, among others. I’ve lead collections for brands such as Hugo Boss, Cacharel, Cerruti 1881, and Pehr.

Driven by a passion for storytelling, I believe fashion is a powerful vehicle for crafting unforgettable experiences. I approach every project with a meticulous yet creative mindset, always aiming to elevate the brand narrative.

I’m committed to ethical design practices and have actively participated in charitable fashion events and contests. These values guide my work as I strive to create impactful and meaningful brand experiences.​​​

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Designer and Product Developer at Plastoria
January 1, 2025 - Present
End-to-end product creation and production development for global brands, including Hugo Boss, Cerruti, Cacharel and Festina, and a newly launched influencer-led brand bringing concepts to market. Responsibilities include creative direction, conceptual and technical design, and product development. Work directly with international factories on materials, costing, sampling, and production feasibility, balancing creative vision with manufacturing constraints. Create production-ready designs, technical packages, and artwork for factory execution; oversee label-ready collections to ensure consistency across design, quality, and brand identity.
Designer and Product Developer at Pehr
June 1, 2017 - August 1, 2020
Designed and developed apparel and textiles for a global DTC brand, leading end-to-end development from concept to market; collaborated with major retailers including Nordstrom, Anthropologie, Indigo, and Stokes; oversaw materials selection, development and product storytelling and led production workflows.
Designer at North Bound Leather
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Designed and produced one-of-a-kind leather goods for film, television, and private clients. Owned the full creative and production process from concept to final execution, including materials behavior and production feasibility.
Digital & Social Media Associate | Stylist at Got Style
June 1, 2021 - November 1, 2023
Developed marketing strategies and digital content to drive brand visibility and sales. Created visual and written content across social media, newsletters, and e-commerce platforms (Shopify). Provided personalized styling services and supported brand storytelling across digital channels.
Remote Wholesale Merchandiser at CIAO by CC
February 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Developed wholesale merchandising strategies, curated collections and product assortments aligned with market demand and commercial objectives. Advised on product positioning, pricing, and presentation for wholesale distribution.
Designer at Northbound Leather
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Designed and drafted a one-of-a-kind leather goods program for film, television, and private clients. Owned the full creative and production process from concept development to final execution, collaborating hands-on with materials, construction techniques, and production methods to deliver high-quality bespoke leather products.
Designer and Product Developer at Pehr
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Designed and developed apparel and textile products in kidswear for a global DTC brand and collaborations with major retailers, owning design, material selection, development and storytelling from concept to market. Led production-ready workflows including technical packages, specifications, sampler reviews, fittings, color approvals and quality assurance to deliver scalable collections.
Designer (and Product Developer) at CBC Group
March 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Designed and developed remote apparel collections for baby, women’s wear, men’s wear and lounge wear for large-scale wholesale clients including Walmart; created production-ready designs, technical packages, and packaging graphics aligned with cost, margin, and manufacturing requirements; worked cross-functionally to align design decisions with sourcing, production efficiency, and commercial objectives.
Designer and Product Developer at Pehr
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designer and Product Developer for a global baby-products brand. Led end-to-end apparel and textile product development for collaborations with major retailers (Nordstrom, Anthropologie, Indigo, Stokke). Responsibilities included concept-to-market design, materials selection, development, and storytelling; technical packages, specifications, sample reviews, fittings, color approvals, and quality assurance; balancing creative vision with production realities to deliver scalable, production-ready collections; production packaging and launch readiness.
Wholesale Merchandiser at Ciao by CC
February 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Developed wholesale apparel collections and accessories aligned with market demand and brand objectives. Curated product assortments, item specs, and packaging to support wholesale distribution. Advised on product positioning, pricing, and presentation for wholesale channels.
Designer - Remote Apparel Technical and Print Designer at CBC Group
March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Developed apparel collections across baby, women's wear, men's wear, and lounge wear for large-scale wholesale clients including Walmart. Created production-ready designs, technical packages, packaging graphics, and alignment with sourcing, production efficiency, and commercial objectives.

Education

Diploma in Fashion Design and Techniques at George Brown College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Fashion Studies at Seneca College
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts (General Arts) at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Fashion Business Industry at George Brown College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology at George Brown College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Certificate in Fashion Studies at Seneca College
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of General Arts at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor of General Arts at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Certificate in Fashion Studies at Seneca College
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Fashion Design and Techniques at George Brown College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Diploma in Fashion Design and Techniques at George Brown College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Certificate in Fashion Studies at Seneca College
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Fashion Design at George Brown College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of General Arts at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Diploma in Fashion Design and Techniques
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Fashion Studies
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts (General Arts)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Fashion Business Industry
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods