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I am an accomplished Senior Knitwear Designer and Product Developer with 10+ years of experience in high-end fashion. I manage the full product lifecycle from concept to industrialization, coordinating suppliers, sourcing yarns and trims, negotiating costs, and translating creative ideas into technically precise, production-ready pieces that meet luxury finishing standards. I am fluent in English and Italian and enjoy collaborative R&D where creative and technical teams align. I travel across Europe as needed and have led projects for brands such as Etro, Antonio Marras, Thom Browne, Gabriela Hearst, and Neil Barrett. Currently, I work remotely as a Senior Knitwear Designer & Consultant, maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving innovative solutions from concept to final production.…I am an accomplished Senior Knitwear Designer and Product Developer with 10+ years of experience in high-end fashion. I manage the full product lifecycle from concept to industrialization, coordinating suppliers, sourcing yarns and trims, negotiating costs, and translating creative ideas into technically precise, production-ready pieces that meet luxury finishing standards. I am fluent in English and Italian and enjoy collaborative R&D where creative and technical teams align. I travel across Europe as needed and have led projects for brands such as Etro, Antonio Marras, Thom Browne, Gabriela Hearst, and Neil Barrett. Currently, I work remotely as a Senior Knitwear Designer & Consultant, maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving innovative solutions from concept to final production.

Olga Kariakina

Designer, Brand Designer, Product Designer, +1

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I am an accomplished Senior Knitwear Designer and Product Developer with 10+ years of experience in high-end fashion. I manage the full product lifecycle from concept to industrialization, coordinating suppliers, sourcing yarns and trims, negotiating costs, and translating creative ideas into technically precise, production-ready pieces that meet luxury finishing standards. I am fluent in English and Italian and enjoy collaborative R&D where creative and technical teams align. I travel across Europe as needed and have led projects for brands such as Etro, Antonio Marras, Thom Browne, Gabriela Hearst, and Neil Barrett. Currently, I work remotely as a Senior Knitwear Designer & Consultant, maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving innovative solutions from concept to final production.…I am an accomplished Senior Knitwear Designer and Product Developer with 10+ years of experience in high-end fashion. I manage the full product lifecycle from concept to industrialization, coordinating suppliers, sourcing yarns and trims, negotiating costs, and translating creative ideas into technically precise, production-ready pieces that meet luxury finishing standards. I am fluent in English and Italian and enjoy collaborative R&D where creative and technical teams align. I travel across Europe as needed and have led projects for brands such as Etro, Antonio Marras, Thom Browne, Gabriela Hearst, and Neil Barrett. Currently, I work remotely as a Senior Knitwear Designer & Consultant, maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving innovative solutions from concept to final production.

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I am an accomplished Senior Knitwear Designer and Product Developer with 10+ years of experience in high-end fashion. I manage the full product lifecycle from concept to industrialization, coordinating suppliers, sourcing yarns and trims, negotiating costs, and translating creative ideas into technically precise, production-ready pieces that meet luxury finishing standards.

I am fluent in English and Italian and enjoy collaborative R&D where creative and technical teams align. I travel across Europe as needed and have led projects for brands such as Etro, Antonio Marras, Thom Browne, Gabriela Hearst, and Neil Barrett. Currently, I work remotely as a Senior Knitwear Designer & Consultant, maintaining strong supplier relationships and driving innovative solutions from concept to final production.

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Expert

Expert

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Language

Russian

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English

Advanced

Italian

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German

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Work Experience

Senior Knitwear Designer & Consultant at Self-Employed

January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025

Led development for high-end brands, managing timelines, costs, and technical execution. Maintained supplier relationships and directed fitting sessions to ensure precise product delivery. Oversaw creation and updates of technical sheets and production documents.

Senior Knitwear Designer & Product Developer at Loma SPA

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Led research and development of seasonal knitwear collections, analyzing trends, yarns, and stitches to create compelling mood boards. Directed fitting sessions and oversaw final sampling stages for precise product fit and execution. Created detailed technical descriptions for seamless production. Managed complete product development process in coordination with style department. Acted as main contact for suppliers and technical teams across development phases. Collaborated with machine programmers and pattern makers for prototype development. Following every stage of the development.

Knitwear Womenswear Designer at Etro

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Designed and developed seasonal knitwear collections, aligning with brand aesthetics and merchandising requirements. Created hand-drawn design proposals and strategically placed embroidery and prints for final products. Conducted yarn research and provided detailed technical drawings and fit instructions.

Senior RTW Designer & Knitwear Designer at Neil Barrett, Milan

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Directed design and product development, leading an 8-member team. Oversaw supplier coordination and managed timelines for prototypes and final samples. Played a key role in improving bestsellers through R&D and cost/fit optimization. Responsibilities included: Collection Planning & Strategy; Market Research & Fashion Forecasting; Technical Specifications & Tech Packs; Yarn & Trim Sourcing; Supplier Relationship Management.

Junior Menswear Designer at Neil Barrett, Milan

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Created tech sheets and conducted garment fittings with a focus on construction accuracy.