Dear Sir / Dear Madam, My name is Enrico Agus, and I embarked on my career as a designer with the conviction that the creative process extends far beyond drawing alone. From the very beginning, I have regarded research, the development of mood boards, material selection, embroidery development, and the application of innovative techniques and technologies as essential and inseparable elements of the design process. A fundamental and consistent aspect of my professional journey has been the close and meaningful collaboration with technicians, embroiderers, seamstresses, pattern makers, and master artisans, whose expertise and artistic sensitivity have contributed significantly to both my professional and personal growth. These experiences have enabled me to develop a deep understanding of craftsmanship across diverse cultural contexts, substantially broadening my technical skills and specialized knowledge. My approach—whether in ready-to-wear, couture, or special projects—is consistently guided by respect for timelines and budgets, a pursuit of excellence and originality, and meticulous attention to detail. In my role as a manager, I work closely with my team, fostering open dialogue and encouraging the sharing of ideas and feedback. I firmly believe that the best results arise from strong collaboration, transparent communication, and the harmonious integration of creativity and expertise. I also consider it essential to actively involve the team in research phases and in the development of new projects, in order to make our work more dynamic, stimulating, and productive. Thank you for the attention you will kindly give to my application. I remain at your disposal for any further discussion or interview. Yours faithfully, Enrico Agus

Enrico Agus

Dear Sir / Dear Madam, My name is Enrico Agus, and I embarked on my career as a designer with the conviction that the creative process extends far beyond drawing alone. From the very beginning, I have regarded research, the development of mood boards, material selection, embroidery development, and the application of innovative techniques and technologies as essential and inseparable elements of the design process. A fundamental and consistent aspect of my professional journey has been the close and meaningful collaboration with technicians, embroiderers, seamstresses, pattern makers, and master artisans, whose expertise and artistic sensitivity have contributed significantly to both my professional and personal growth. These experiences have enabled me to develop a deep understanding of craftsmanship across diverse cultural contexts, substantially broadening my technical skills and specialized knowledge. My approach—whether in ready-to-wear, couture, or special projects—is consistently guided by respect for timelines and budgets, a pursuit of excellence and originality, and meticulous attention to detail. In my role as a manager, I work closely with my team, fostering open dialogue and encouraging the sharing of ideas and feedback. I firmly believe that the best results arise from strong collaboration, transparent communication, and the harmonious integration of creativity and expertise. I also consider it essential to actively involve the team in research phases and in the development of new projects, in order to make our work more dynamic, stimulating, and productive. Thank you for the attention you will kindly give to my application. I remain at your disposal for any further discussion or interview. Yours faithfully, Enrico Agus

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Dear Sir / Dear Madam,

My name is Enrico Agus, and I embarked on my career as a designer with the conviction that the creative process extends far beyond drawing alone. From the very beginning, I have regarded research, the development of mood boards, material selection, embroidery development, and the application of innovative techniques and technologies as essential and inseparable elements of the design process.

A fundamental and consistent aspect of my professional journey has been the close and meaningful collaboration with technicians, embroiderers, seamstresses, pattern makers, and master artisans, whose expertise and artistic sensitivity have contributed significantly to both my professional and personal growth.

These experiences have enabled me to develop a deep understanding of craftsmanship across diverse cultural contexts, substantially broadening my technical skills and specialized knowledge. My approach—whether in ready-to-wear, couture, or special projects—is consistently guided by respect for timelines and budgets, a pursuit of excellence and originality, and meticulous attention to detail.

In my role as a manager, I work closely with my team, fostering open dialogue and encouraging the sharing of ideas and feedback. I firmly believe that the best results arise from strong collaboration, transparent communication, and the harmonious integration of creativity and expertise. I also consider it essential to actively involve the team in research phases and in the development of new projects, in order to make our work more dynamic, stimulating, and productive.

Thank you for the attention you will kindly give to my application. I remain at your disposal for any further discussion or interview.

Yours faithfully,
Enrico Agus

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Product and Design Director - Embroidery Manager at YARA SHOEMAKER COUTURE
March 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Direction and development of couture collections from concept to execution, including custom projects for celebrities. Design and realization of bridal couture pieces and red-carpet looks, integrating innovative materials, embroidery, and artisanal techniques across France, Italy, and India. Optimizes garment design processes through strategic use of AI; benchmarks ateliers and suppliers to drive innovation in materials and fabrication.
Head of Couture and Embroidery Manager (Freelance) at Elie Saab Haute Couture
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Design and development of Haute Couture pieces using advanced embroidery, materials, and techniques. Full supervision and coordination with atelier throughout collection process. Close collaboration with embroidery houses, from research and proposals to final execution.
Head of Collection and Embroidery Manager at DUNDAS
October 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Lead design and development of prêt-à-porter collections, overseeing research in fabrics, prints, leathers, furs, and innovative treatments. Creative direction for couture and celebrity projects, including bridalwear, focusing on new techniques and high-end craftsmanship. Supplier and atelier selection, timeline supervision, and budget management.
Head of VIP and Embroidery Manager (Freelance) at ETRO
December 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Directed the creative and operational management of the celebrity department. Oversaw research and development of high-end embroidery across India, Italy, and France. Supervised prototypes with renowned ateliers, ensuring executional excellence. Managed budgeting and pricing in coordination with press and production. Conducted international fittings with celebrities to guarantee tailoring precision.
Head of VIP and Embroidery Manager (Freelance) at ETRO
December 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Continued leadership of VIP embroidery projects, supervising R&D and production across India, Italy, and France; supervising prototypes with ateliers; budgeting and pricing coordination with press and production; international celebrity fittings.
Couture Director and Embroidery Manager at Roberto Cavalli
June 1, 2020 - October 15, 2025
Led design strategy and coordination across couture and celebrity projects. Directed research and innovation in materials, prints, accessories, embroidery, and luxury fur treatments. Managed the entire embroidery development cycle and supplier quality control. Coordinated sourcing and production across Italy, France, and India. Handled budgets and collaborated with sales for client fittings and deliveries. Developed bespoke bridal capsules in collaboration with sales and merchandising.
Collection and VIP Senior Designer at Emilio Pucci
March 1, 2015 - October 15, 2025
Supported the Artistic Director in prêt-à-porter collection development. Led exclusive research in fabrics, embroidery, leather, and fur. Managed design and execution of celebrity and couture looks, including embroidery development and supplier coordination.
Senior Designer at Roberto Cavalli
December 1, 2011 - October 15, 2025
Created designs for show and pre-collections. Developed bespoke looks for celebrities and private clients.
Senior Designer - Versace, Versus, Versace Jeans Couture at Gianni Versace
December 1, 2010 - October 15, 2025
Led design, seasonal research and development of inspirations, fabrics, prints, embroideries across three lines.
Junior Designer at Dolce&Gabbana
March 1, 2007 - October 15, 2025
Supported eveningwear development with a focus on flou and embroidery. Conducted creative research to inform silhouettes and decorative elements.
Womenswear and Menswear Studio Assistant at Bally
March 1, 2006 - October 15, 2025
Assisted in womenswear design translation from research, sourced fabrics to sketches.
Product and Design Director - Embroidery Manager at YARA SHOEMAKER COUTURE
February 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Direction and development of couture collections from concept to execution, including custom projects for celebrities; design and realization of bridal couture pieces and red-carpet looks, integrating innovative materials, embroidery, and artisanal techniques (France, Italy, India); optimization of garment design processes through AI; benchmarking and scouting of ateliers and suppliers to drive innovation in materials and fabrication methods.
Head of Couture and Embroidery Manager (freelance) at ELIE SAAB HAUTE COUTURE
October 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Design and development of Haute Couture pieces using advanced embroidery, materials, and techniques. Full supervision and coordination with atelier throughout the collection process. Close collaboration with embroidery houses, from research and proposals to final execution.
Head of Collection and Embroidery Manager at DUNDAS
November 1, 2020 - October 1, 2023
Lead design and development of prêt-à-porter collections, overseeing research in fabrics, prints, leathers, furs, and innovative treatments. Creative direction for couture and celebrity projects, including bridalwear, focusing on new techniques and high-end craftsmanship. Supplier and atelier selection, timeline supervision, and budget management.
Head of VIP and Embroidery Manager (freelance) at ETRO
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Directed the creative and operational management of the celebrity department. Oversaw research and development of high-end embroidery across India, Italy, and France. Supervised prototypes with renowned ateliers, ensuring executional excellence. Managed budgeting and pricing in coordination with press and production. Conducted international fittings with celebrities to guarantee tailoring precision.
Head of VIP and Embroidery Manager (freelance) at ETRO
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Directed the creative and operational management of the celebrity department. Oversaw research and development of high-end embroidery across India, Italy, and France. Supervised prototypes with renowned ateliers, ensuring executional excellence. Managed budgeting and pricing in coordination with press and production. Conducted international fittings with celebrities to guarantee tailoring precision.
Couture Director and Embroidery Manager at ROBERTO CAVALLI
March 1, 2015 - June 1, 2020
Led design strategy and coordination across couture and celebrity projects. Directed research and innovation in materials, prints, accessories, embroidery, and luxury fur treatments. Managed the entire embroidery development cycle and supplier quality control. Coordinated sourcing and production across Italy, France, and India. Handled budgets and collaborated with sales for client fittings and deliveries. Developed bespoke bridal capsules in collaboration with sales and merchandising.
Collection and VIP Senior Designer at EMILIO PUCCI
December 1, 2011 - March 1, 2015
Supported the Artistic Director in prêt-à-porter collection development. Led exclusive research in fabrics, embroidery, leather, and fur. Managed design and execution of celebrity and couture looks, including embroidery development and supplier coordination.
Senior Designer at ROBERTO CAVALLI
December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2011
Created designs for show and pre-collections. Developed bespoke looks for celebrities and private clients.
Senior Designer at GIANNI VERSACE
March 1, 2007 - December 1, 2010
Led design, seasonal research and development of inspirations, fabrics, prints, embroideries across three lines.
Junior Designer at DOLCE&GABBANA
March 1, 2006 - March 1, 2007
Supported eveningwear development with a focus on embroidery; conducted creative research to inform silhouettes and decorative elements.
Studio Assistant at BALLY
September 1, 2005 - March 1, 2006
Assisted in womenswear design translation from research, sourced fabrics to sketches.

Education

Graduated with honors (100/100) at Istituto Europeo di Design, Milan
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
at Istituto Europeo di Design, Milan
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026

Qualifications

Graduated with honors (100/100) - Istituto Europeo di Design
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025

Industry Experience

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