I am a passionate fashion designer who has travelled the world for the past 25 years, on average five times per year, for research and development with iconic Australian brands. My work has taken me to Europe, Brazil, the USA, New Zealand and Japan, collaborating with overseas manufacturers in India and China to bring innovative design to life. I regularly attend major runways and international events to stay at the cutting edge of fashion and textile trends. I thrive in creative leadership roles, guiding design teams from concept through production, building strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers. I'm excited to bring my experience in product development, branding, and market-facing design to new opportunities.

Michelle Blanchette

I am a passionate fashion designer who has travelled the world for the past 25 years, on average five times per year, for research and development with iconic Australian brands. My work has taken me to Europe, Brazil, the USA, New Zealand and Japan, collaborating with overseas manufacturers in India and China to bring innovative design to life. I regularly attend major runways and international events to stay at the cutting edge of fashion and textile trends. I thrive in creative leadership roles, guiding design teams from concept through production, building strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers. I'm excited to bring my experience in product development, branding, and market-facing design to new opportunities.

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I am a passionate fashion designer who has travelled the world for the past 25 years, on average five times per year, for research and development with iconic Australian brands. My work has taken me to Europe, Brazil, the USA, New Zealand and Japan, collaborating with overseas manufacturers in India and China to bring innovative design to life. I regularly attend major runways and international events to stay at the cutting edge of fashion and textile trends.

I thrive in creative leadership roles, guiding design teams from concept through production, building strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers. I’m excited to bring my experience in product development, branding, and market-facing design to new opportunities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head Designer at Seafolly
June 13, 2014 - June 10, 2022

Education

Bachelor of Design, Fashion and Textiles at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
Graduate Diploma of Education, Secondary at University of Western Sydney
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Bachelor of Design, Fashion and Textiles at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1997
Secondary Education at Elderslie High School
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1993

Qualifications

Second Class Honours
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
First in the State of NSW for 3 Unit Textiles & Design
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026

Industry Experience

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