I'm Yamila Veliz, an Argentine fashion designer and creative director based in Paris with over 10 years of experience spanning creative direction, collection development, and brand identity. I lead design teams, coordinate production, and collaborate with emerging brands to develop strategic and technical solutions that turn concepts into market-ready products. I founded Veluria and have built a track record across Latin America and international projects, developing collections from concept to execution, directing editorial imagery, and guiding brand communication. I'm passionate about storytelling through identity, materials, and thoughtful production processes, and I enjoy helping brands grow with clear design and production strategies.…

Yamila Veliz

I'm Yamila Veliz, an Argentine fashion designer and creative director based in Paris with over 10 years of experience spanning creative direction, collection development, and brand identity. I lead design teams, coordinate production, and collaborate with emerging brands to develop strategic and technical solutions that turn concepts into market-ready products. I founded Veluria and have built a track record across Latin America and international projects, developing collections from concept to execution, directing editorial imagery, and guiding brand communication. I'm passionate about storytelling through identity, materials, and thoughtful production processes, and I enjoy helping brands grow with clear design and production strategies.…

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I’m Yamila Veliz, an Argentine fashion designer and creative director based in Paris with over 10 years of experience spanning creative direction, collection development, and brand identity. I lead design teams, coordinate production, and collaborate with emerging brands to develop strategic and technical solutions that turn concepts into market-ready products.

I founded Veluria and have built a track record across Latin America and international projects, developing collections from concept to execution, directing editorial imagery, and guiding brand communication. I’m passionate about storytelling through identity, materials, and thoughtful production processes, and I enjoy helping brands grow with clear design and production strategies.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Designer & Product Developer at THE COLLECTION
March 1, 2025 - Present
Developed products and quotations for Argentinian brands; Worked closely with suppliers and production partners in Asia; Oversaw product development from concept to sampling; Created detailed tech packs and managed client requests; Ensured alignment between design intent, cost structure, and production feasibility
Senior / Head Designer at RUKAWE
July 1, 2021 - March 1, 2025
Led creative and product development across multiple menswear collections; Defined material strategies, silhouettes, and seasonal concepts aligned with brand DNA; Coordinated suppliers, workshops, and sampling processes; Oversaw tech packs, print development, and production follow-up; Contributed to strengthening brand coherence and product positioning, focused on transitioning from design leadership to strategic roles in fashion and luxury brand management
Team Leader / Senior Fashion Designer at NOT ALONE
June 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020
Led an internal design team and coordinated external workshops; Defined creative direction and structured team workflows; Oversaw collection development from concept to production; Developed color palettes, prints, and silhouette direction; Improved communication, documentation, and production processes; Ensured alignment between creative vision, timelines, and production feasibility
Senior Fashion Designer & Patternmaker at NAIF
May 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
Developed full seasonal collections (FW17, SS18); Created digital patterns and ensured fit accuracy; Translated design concepts into technically feasible garments; Coordinated sampling and production processes; Supported brand identity through consistent product development
Founder & Creative Director at 01 VELURIA
December 1, 2012 - February 1, 2016
Founded and developed an independent fashion project focused on identity and storytelling; Defined brand vision, creative direction, and seasonal narratives; Developed collections from concept to execution; Directed editorial imagery and brand communication
Founder & Creative Director at 01 VELURIA
May 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Founded and led Veluria with a focus on identity-driven storytelling, brand communication, and seasonal narratives; Re-engaged the brand in 2020 with renewed collections and editorial direction
Fashion Designer & Product Developer (Freelance) at FREELANCE
January 1, 2016 - Present
Collaborated with emerging and established Latin American brands; Supported collection development and product strategy; Developed tech packs, specifications, and production guidelines; Assisted brands in material selection, print development, and workflow organization; Acted as a creative and technical consultant across multiple stages of development
Founder & Creative Director at VELURIA
December 1, 2012 - February 1, 2016
Founded and developed an independent fashion project focused on identity and storytelling; defined brand vision, creative direction, and seasonal narratives; developed collections from concept to execution; directed editorial imagery and brand communication
Founder & Creative Director at VELURIA
May 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Founder & Creative Director focused on brand strategy and product development; led collections from concept to execution and editorial campaigns
Freelance — Fashion Designer & Product Developer at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Collaborated with emerging and established Latin American brands; supported collection development and product strategy; developed tech packs, specifications, and production guidelines; assisted brands in material selection, print development, and workflow organization; acted as a creative and technical consultant across multiple stages of development
Freelance — Fashion Designer & Product Developer at FREELANCE
January 1, 2020 - Present
Collaborated with emerging and established Latin American brands; Supported collection development and product strategy; Developed tech packs, specifications, and production guidelines; Assisted brands in material selection, print development, and workflow organization; Acted as a creative and technical consultant across multiple stages of development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design at University of Buenos Aires (UBA)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design at University of Buenos Aires (UBA)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design at University of Buenos Aires (UBA)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design at University of Buenos Aires (UBA)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

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

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