Canadian-born fashion designer trained in Paris and specialized in knitwear, with nearly 5 years of experience across product development and studio support roles. I focus on yarn sourcing, translating visual references into stitch techniques, and delivering projects with rigor and on schedule. I’m passionate about reinterpreting traditional garments through knit and jersey, exploring unconventional fibers and combining material research with technical precision. I’m excited to bring my knitwear expertise and creative problem-solving into a studio environment.…

Renee Rubino

Canadian-born fashion designer trained in Paris and specialized in knitwear, with nearly 5 years of experience across product development and studio support roles. I focus on yarn sourcing, translating visual references into stitch techniques, and delivering projects with rigor and on schedule. I’m passionate about reinterpreting traditional garments through knit and jersey, exploring unconventional fibers and combining material research with technical precision. I’m excited to bring my knitwear expertise and creative problem-solving into a studio environment.…

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Canadian-born fashion designer trained in Paris and specialized in knitwear, with nearly 5 years of experience across product development and studio support roles. I focus on yarn sourcing, translating visual references into stitch techniques, and delivering projects with rigor and on schedule.

I’m passionate about reinterpreting traditional garments through knit and jersey, exploring unconventional fibers and combining material research with technical precision. I’m excited to bring my knitwear expertise and creative problem-solving into a studio environment.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Assistant Graphic Designer at Emilie Luc Duc | Paris, France
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Conducted graphic and textile research, including yarn and color development. Assisted in creating embroidery sketches and designs using Procreate, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Produced embroidery-specific technical drawings and production-ready files.
Showroom Assistant at Zimmermann | Paris, France
September 30, 2024 - October 8, 2024
Supported showroom operations by preparing collections, assisting buyers, and coordinating fittings to ensure a seamless market experience.
Freelance Knitwear Designer at Clients: Kidsuper, SuperSolid, Pieces Uniques, Baziszt, Adidas
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed the design and development of knitwear collections for SS26 and FW27 at Pièces Uniques, overseeing prototyping and fittings in collaboration with the studio and atelier. Created custom knitwear orders for Kidsuper’s Paris Fashion Week shows, delivering unique pieces tailored to runway needs.
Assistant Jersey Designer at Ioannes | Paris, France
November 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Researched trends, updated moodboards, and prepared visuals (Photoshop, sketches) to support the studio’s artistic direction. Developed prints, created garment renderings in Photoshop (flats + print placement), and produced technical drawings/files. Designed jersey pieces through 3D draping and pattern drafting.
Studio Design Assistant at Ioannes | Paris, France
July 5, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Researched trends and developed moodboards, producing jersey and print technical files while managing factory communication and on-site quality control. Created a print in Illustrator that translated into multiple garments, including a dress worn by Kylie Jenner, sparking a cross-brand collaboration.
Showroom Assistant at PFW (Haider Ackermann, Ann Demeulemeester, Rick Owens, Thom Browne, Maison Margiela, Paris) | Paris, France
January 30, 2020 - February 7, 2020
Supported Paris Fashion Week showroom preparation and operations across multiple brands, assisting with collection setup and day-to-day coordination to support market presentations.

Education

Master’s of Fashion Design (MSc equivalent) at Istituto Marangoni
September 28, 2026 - December 31, 2027
Bac +5 Knitwear Design at L’Ecole de la Maille de Paris
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelors of Fashion Design at ESMOD Paris
September 3, 2018 - September 30, 2021

Qualifications

FEEL THE YARN Feel the Contest 2024 (Finalist)
June 24, 2024 - June 27, 2024

Industry Experience

Retail

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