I’m Gaia Coggiatti, a fashion design and cultural resources professional with a Master in Management of Artistic and Cultural Resources from IULM University. My work centers on creative leadership in management and the cultural sector, with a strong focus on bridging fashion design, costume history, and contemporary art. I enjoy curatorial practice, project coordination, and preserving iconic garments for museum contexts, while engaging with international clients and audiences. I’m currently exploring opportunities that combine fashion design, curation, and project management within museum, gallery, and fashion-brand environments. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams, bring a proactive mindset and problem-solving energy, and love turning ideas into tangible experiences that connect people with art and fashion.

Gaia Coggiatti

I’m Gaia Coggiatti, a fashion design and cultural resources professional with a Master in Management of Artistic and Cultural Resources from IULM University. My work centers on creative leadership in management and the cultural sector, with a strong focus on bridging fashion design, costume history, and contemporary art. I enjoy curatorial practice, project coordination, and preserving iconic garments for museum contexts, while engaging with international clients and audiences. I’m currently exploring opportunities that combine fashion design, curation, and project management within museum, gallery, and fashion-brand environments. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams, bring a proactive mindset and problem-solving energy, and love turning ideas into tangible experiences that connect people with art and fashion.

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I’m Gaia Coggiatti, a fashion design and cultural resources professional with a Master in Management of Artistic and Cultural Resources from IULM University. My work centers on creative leadership in management and the cultural sector, with a strong focus on bridging fashion design, costume history, and contemporary art. I enjoy curatorial practice, project coordination, and preserving iconic garments for museum contexts, while engaging with international clients and audiences.

I’m currently exploring opportunities that combine fashion design, curation, and project management within museum, gallery, and fashion-brand environments. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams, bring a proactive mindset and problem-solving energy, and love turning ideas into tangible experiences that connect people with art and fashion.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Showroom Assistant at Diane von Furstenberg
June 1, 2023 - Present
Assisted in showroom during the Fall 2023 sales campaign, presenting the collection to international clients and buyers; specialized in the preservation of museum fashion garments created by renowned designers such as Demna Gvasalia and Cecile Bahnen; assisted during IT'S Contest, an international fashion competition.
Co-Artistic Director and Marketing Manager at Dearfuture Self (fashion/music project)
June 1, 2024 - Present
Co-artistic director and marketing manager for a small fashion project blending fashion and music; responsible for branding and communications and creative direction since June 2024.
Showroom Assistant at Diane von Furstenberg
June 1, 2023 - Present
During Diane von Furstenberg Fall 2023 sales campaign, assisted in the showroom by presenting the collections to international clients and buyers. Specialized in the preservation of museum fashion garments created by renowned designers such as Demna Gvasalia and Cecile Bahnen. Also served as an assistant during ITS Contest, an international fashion competition.
Project Manager - Marketing Communications at Self-employed / Freelance
April 30, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Led project management and marketing communications in Rome, coordinating campaigns and content for clients in the Italian capital.
Co-Artistic Director and Marketing Manager at Dearfuture Self
June 1, 2024 - Present
Co-artistic director and marketing manager of a small fashion company, Dearfuture Self, combining fashion and music in a single path.
Back Office Administration at Dental Clinic Studio A Santilli
October 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Back-office administrative support for a dental clinic.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion History at La Sapienza University
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Master's degree in Management of Artistic and Cultural Resources at IULM University
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Postgraduate training in curatorial practice at MAXXI Museum
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion History at La Sapienza University
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Master's Degree in Management of Artistic and Cultural Resources at IULM University
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Advanced training course in contemporary art at MAXXI Museum
September 20, 2023 - April 20, 2024
Master of Management of Artistic and Cultural Resources at IULM University
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026
Advanced training course in contemporary art at MAXXI Museum
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026

Qualifications

IT'S Contest Assistant
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Advanced training course in contemporary art (MAXXI Museum)
September 20, 2023 - April 20, 2024
Project Management - Marketing Communications
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design and Costume History
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Advanced training in contemporary art
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026
Museum fundraising and social media Summit (Museum Next)
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026
Museum Next: Museum & Social Media Summit
January 11, 2030 - April 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education