Hello! I’m Ruta Delsmans, a fashion designer, art director, and educator with 20+ years of international experience in luxury fashion, accessories, and brand creation. I founded Routa Fashion and the Fashion Consulting Academy to develop and mentor designers, build cohesive brand identities, and guide the business side of fashion from concept to market. I’ve led and taught across multiple markets—from Moscow to the US and beyond—hosted fashion TV programs, and served as head juror at major international fashion competitions. My work has been featured in Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and other outlets, and I’ve collaborated with celebrities and luxury brands to translate ideas into compelling, wearable narratives.

Ruta Delsmans

Hello! I’m Ruta Delsmans, a fashion designer, art director, and educator with 20+ years of international experience in luxury fashion, accessories, and brand creation. I founded Routa Fashion and the Fashion Consulting Academy to develop and mentor designers, build cohesive brand identities, and guide the business side of fashion from concept to market. I’ve led and taught across multiple markets—from Moscow to the US and beyond—hosted fashion TV programs, and served as head juror at major international fashion competitions. My work has been featured in Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and other outlets, and I’ve collaborated with celebrities and luxury brands to translate ideas into compelling, wearable narratives.

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Hello! I’m Ruta Delsmans, a fashion designer, art director, and educator with 20+ years of international experience in luxury fashion, accessories, and brand creation. I founded Routa Fashion and the Fashion Consulting Academy to develop and mentor designers, build cohesive brand identities, and guide the business side of fashion from concept to market.

I’ve led and taught across multiple markets—from Moscow to the US and beyond—hosted fashion TV programs, and served as head juror at major international fashion competitions. My work has been featured in Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and other outlets, and I’ve collaborated with celebrities and luxury brands to translate ideas into compelling, wearable narratives.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Routa Fashion, Inc.
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Created seasonal collections and custom garments for VIP clientele; Directed every stage of production from sketches and fabric sourcing to final fittings; Led PR and fashion events, including exclusive showcases in Manhattan; Served as head juror at national and international fashion competitions.
Online Fashion Educator at Fashion Consulting Academy
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Designed and taught online programs for aspiring fashion designers; Mentored students in branding, collection strategy, and business foundations; Built a strong educational platform with international reach.
CAD Jewelry Designer at Freelance, Los Angeles
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Designed 3D jewelry using Matrix Gold and Matrix 8; Collaborated with AZAR, Neon Diamonds, J&J Diamonds, Mizrahi, Amden, and others.
CAD Jewelry Designer at Freelance, Los Angeles
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Designed 3D jewelry using Matrix Gold and Matrix 8; (2023 period).
Sales Manager & Buyer at Monarch Fine Jewelry
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Managed B2B and direct-to-client sales, including trade show exhibitions; Oversaw vendor selection and client relations.
President & Art Director at Routa Fashion Moscow
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Designed collections, managed photo shoots and PR campaigns; Advised on interiors, directed events and fashion shows; Served as head juror at national and international fashion competitions.
Senior Designer / Art Director at ELIT STYLE, Moscow
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Developed and launched two footwear collections in China; Created visual brand identity and international presentations.
Founder & Creative Director at Routa RDR, Moscow
December 31, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Launched personal fashion brand and boutique; Designed for celebrities including Anna Kournikova, Larisa Dolina, and Nepa ra; Created and hosted the fashion TV program 'Dikatura Mody'; Headed juries at fashion competitions across Russia, China, and Europe.
Founder & Creative Director at Routa Fashion, Inc.
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Established and led an international fashion label and boutique, directing all stages of product development, from concept and sketches to fabric sourcing and final fittings. Directed PR and fashion events, including exclusive showings in Manhattan, and advised on interior styling and brand presentation.
Online Fashion Educator at Fashion Consulting Academy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Designed and taught online programs for aspiring fashion designers; mentored students in branding, collection strategy, and business foundations; built a scalable educational platform with international reach.
CAD Jewelry Designer at Freelance – Los Angeles
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Designed 3D jewelry using Matrix Gold and Matrix 8; collaborated with AZAR, Neon Diamonds, J&J Diamonds, Mizrahi, Amsterdam, and others to develop prototypes and final pieces.
CAD Jewelry Designer at Freelance – Los Angeles
January 1, 2023 - October 31, 2025
Continued 3D jewelry design work with ongoing client collaborations and project deliveries.
Sales Manager & Buyer at Monarch Fine Jewelry
January 1, 2017 - October 31, 2025
Managed B2B and direct-to-client sales, including trade show exhibitions; oversaw vendor selection and client relations.
President & Art Director at Routa Fashion Moscow
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Designed collections, managed photo shoots and PR campaigns; advised on interiors, directed events and fashion shows; served as head juror at national and international fashion competitions.
Senior Designer / Art Director at ELIT STYLE (Gereza do) by Routa Moscow
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Developed and launched two footwear collections; created visual brand identity and international presentations.
Founder & Creative Director at Routa RDR Moscow
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Launched a personal fashion brand and boutique; designed for celebrities; created and hosted the fashion TV program 'Diktatura Mod y'; led juries at fashion competitions across Russia, China, and Europe.

Education

3D Jewelry Design at CAD: Matrix
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
MBA at Business & Economic Institute, Moscow
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
National Academy of Design at Moscow
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
UPW Program at Tony Robbins
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
MBA – Business & Economics Institute at Moscow
January 1, 2010 - October 31, 2025
National Academy of Design at Moscow
January 1, 2001 - October 31, 2025

Qualifications

Corporate Training Programs
January 1, 2009 - October 31, 2025
MBA, Business & Economics
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
3D Jewelry Design Certification (CAD: Matrix Gold)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
UPW Program
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Corporate Training Programs
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
3D Jewelry Design (CAD: Matrix)
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2025
Corporate Training Programs
January 1, 2009 - October 31, 2025
UPW Program with Tony Robbins
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2025
3D Jewelry Design (CAD: Matrix)
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2025
MBA – Business & Economics Institute
January 1, 2010 - October 31, 2025
Corporate Training Programs
January 1, 2009 - October 31, 2025
National Academy of Design
January 1, 2001 - October 31, 2025
UPW Program with Tony Robbins
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Other