As a brand Curator, I support brands by developing future strategies related to the product and exploring new opportunities for brand evolution. I move through the world with a deep sense of curiosity and would consider myself attuned the motions of human behaviour, observing the world around me and absorbing information. I've always had a knack for spotting patterns, cultural sensing and translating insights into meaningful strategies

Nelao De Almeida

As a brand Curator, I support brands by developing future strategies related to the product and exploring new opportunities for brand evolution. I move through the world with a deep sense of curiosity and would consider myself attuned the motions of human behaviour, observing the world around me and absorbing information. I've always had a knack for spotting patterns, cultural sensing and translating insights into meaningful strategies

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As a brand Curator, I support brands by developing future strategies related to the product and exploring new opportunities for brand evolution. I move through the world with a deep sense of curiosity and would consider myself attuned the motions of human behaviour, observing the world around me and absorbing information. I’ve always had a knack for spotting patterns, cultural sensing and translating insights into meaningful strategies

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Work Experience

Senior Retail Merchandiser (Future Strategy) at Tommy Hilfiger
March 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Managed strategy for global full-price merchandising portfolios across multiple Tommy Hilfiger divisions, including Womenswear, Footwear & Accessories, and Kids. Aligned product direction with brand vision, investment capacity and consumer behaviour. Delivered business insights and future global product strategy guidelines.
Brand & Merchandising Strategy Lead (Menswear, Womenswear & Accessories) at Tommy Hilfiger
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Ownership of end-to-end brand & merchandising strategy across Menswear, Womenswear & Accessories, integrating consumer insights and cultural relevance into seasonal collection narratives. Shaped product and pricing architecture to support brand evolution and storytelling across collections. Collaborated with internal product teams to deliver cohesive, brand-aligned experiences.
Product Trend & Merchandising Strategy
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2021
Delivered trend insights, consumer behaviour analysis, and post-market reporting. Coordinated product strategy with product development, marketing and design.
Range Merchandising at Adidas
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Range Merchandising responsibilities at Adidas Herzogenaurach.
Buyer at H&M
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Buying
Brand Development Strategy & Creative Direction at Saturday Collection
May 1, 2025 - Present
Brand Development Strategy; Creative Direction; Created curated concept web-shop.

Education

BA Fashion Buying & Merchandising at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025
Creative Direction Certificate at Central Saint Martins
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

Creative Direction Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment