Fashion is where craftsmanship and culture meet. I am a fashion designer with a premium ready-to-wear mindset, shaped by hands-on experience throughout the entire design and product development process. My formation is rooted in Italian design culture, with a strong focus on textiles, material research, and construction. During my trend book research internship in Italy at Chiron, I strengthened my ability to build concepts and themes through in-depth research. I have worked as both a designer and creative lead, staying close to the core of the process from research to production. Art, architecture, and interior design are constant sources of inspiration in my work. My journey has been recognized through the KOZA Young Designers Award, GQ Men of the Year Young Designer of the Year, and presentations at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Istanbul New Gen. I aim to contribute to international premium ready-to-wear brands where design excellence and industrial craftsmanship define long-term value.

Mehmet Demir

Fashion is where craftsmanship and culture meet. I am a fashion designer with a premium ready-to-wear mindset, shaped by hands-on experience throughout the entire design and product development process. My formation is rooted in Italian design culture, with a strong focus on textiles, material research, and construction. During my trend book research internship in Italy at Chiron, I strengthened my ability to build concepts and themes through in-depth research. I have worked as both a designer and creative lead, staying close to the core of the process from research to production. Art, architecture, and interior design are constant sources of inspiration in my work. My journey has been recognized through the KOZA Young Designers Award, GQ Men of the Year Young Designer of the Year, and presentations at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Istanbul New Gen. I aim to contribute to international premium ready-to-wear brands where design excellence and industrial craftsmanship define long-term value.

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Fashion is where craftsmanship and culture meet. I am a fashion designer with a premium ready-to-wear mindset, shaped by hands-on experience throughout the entire design and product development process.

My formation is rooted in Italian design culture, with a strong focus on textiles, material research, and construction. During my trend book research internship in Italy at Chiron, I strengthened my ability to build concepts and themes through in-depth research. I have worked as both a designer and creative lead, staying close to the core of the process from research to production. Art, architecture, and interior design are constant sources of inspiration in my work. My journey has been recognized through the KOZA Young Designers Award, GQ Men of the Year Young Designer of the Year, and presentations at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Istanbul New Gen. I aim to contribute to international premium ready-to-wear brands where design excellence and industrial craftsmanship define long-term value.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Client Advisor at Bottega Veneta
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Seasonal client advisor role focused on delivering personalized service, product knowledge, and brand experience across the store.
Design Expert at IPEKYOL
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Provided design expertise in product development and trend interpretation for the brand; collaborated with design teams.
Creative Director at FONCLO
September 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023
Led creative direction for collections, overseeing concept development, design processes, and cross-functional collaboration.
Head Of Design at MUUN
March 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020
Led design strategy and product development, overseeing design teams and collections.
Junior Designer at SECIL STORE
May 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
Supported design team with collection development, fabric sourcing, and seasonal showroom presentations.
Trend Book Research Intern at Chiron Italy Como
June 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Conducted trend book research, developing concepts and themes through in-depth study of market and materials.
Fashion Design Intern at Secil Store
June 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Assisted fashion design team in collection development and design process.
Fashion Design Intern at Atılım University
June 1, 2016 - July 31, 2016
Supported fashion design activities during internship.

Education

Master in Womenswear Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni Milano
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Master in Textile Design, Product Research, Sustainability at Accademia di Belle Arti Aldo Galli Como
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Master in Fashion Design at IMA ISTANBUL
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor in Fashion and Textile Design at Atılım University Ankara
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

English language certificate (C1)
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
MSGM Italy Certified Course Program
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
EMPORIO ARMANI Italy Certified Course Program
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
WOOLMARK Italy Certified Course Program
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other