Rosemarie Umetsu
Hi, I’m Rosemarie Umetsu, founder, creative director, and designer of Atelier Rosemarie Umetsu.
About
Hi, I’m Rosemarie Umetsu, founder, creative director, and designer of Atelier Rosemarie Umetsu. With over three decades in the fashion industry, I design performance wear that blends striking visuals with movement and practicality for the stage, while celebrating the individuality of every performer.
I collaborate with internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, creating garments that reflect repertoire and personality. My work has earned recognition in major venues and on red carpets, and I actively support the arts in Canada through salons, mentoring, and charitable initiatives.
- 28 years' experience
- Joined June 2026
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Retail
- Education
- Professional Services
Work experience· 5 roles
Designer and founder of a studio producing custom performance wear for artists, merging striking visual aesthetics with functionality, movement, and practicality for the stage. Focus on individuality through tailored design concepts; collaborations include internationally A-List musicians; designs worn on major stages and red carpets worldwide.
Designer/Founder of a high-end contemporary fashion brand carried by leading specialty retailers across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, including Holt Renfrew; operated an eponymous flagship boutique in Toronto’s Yorkville district.
Designed and developed the ready-to-wear womenswear brand Votre Nom Paris, and launched ELEVEN under its parent company; brands distributed throughout the United States, Europe, and Canada. Created storyboards, designed styles for multiple markets, sourced materials in Europe, and provided retailers with product knowledge.
Education
Certifications and awards
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