As a seasoned Fashion Designer with over a decade of experience, I bring a strong blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and strategic leadership to every project. My career has been marked by a deep understanding of the fashion industry, from concept development and trend forecasting to overseeing the production process. With a proven ability to lead design teams and collaborate with cross-functional departments, I am skilled in delivering innovative designs that align with both brand identity and market demand. My passion for fashion, combined with my broad capabilities in design, allows me to consistently drive creative excellence and business success.…

Mert Meric

As a seasoned Fashion Designer with over a decade of experience, I bring a strong blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and strategic leadership to every project. My career has been marked by a deep understanding of the fashion industry, from concept development and trend forecasting to overseeing the production process. With a proven ability to lead design teams and collaborate with cross-functional departments, I am skilled in delivering innovative designs that align with both brand identity and market demand. My passion for fashion, combined with my broad capabilities in design, allows me to consistently drive creative excellence and business success.…

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As a seasoned Fashion Designer with over a decade of experience, I bring a strong blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and strategic leadership to every project. My career has been marked by a deep understanding of the fashion industry, from concept development and trend forecasting to overseeing the production process.

With a proven ability to lead design teams and collaborate with cross-functional departments, I am skilled in delivering innovative designs that align with both brand identity and market demand. My passion for fashion, combined with my broad capabilities in design, allows me to consistently drive creative excellence and business success.

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Skills

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Language

English
Advanced
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Creative Consultant at C&A
January 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance creative consulting for C&A Mens Circular Dept; responsible for design offers and supplier offers for each phase, gathering market intel, competitive shopping and trend monitoring; onboarding and maintaining client relations.
Fashion Designer at HTL/LI-FUNG
January 1, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Created moods and collections; responsible for shopping, R&D in techniques, overseeing sampling; collaborated with CK (woman), DKNY (woman-men), Zara (baby-girl-woman), Mango (woman).
Fashion and Graphics Designer at PUKKA
January 1, 2019 - September 6, 2025
Created collections for kids and men; developed moods and trend boards; presented to customers; involved in mood creation and trend forecasting.
Senior Graphic Designer at WIGGLESTEPS
January 1, 2018 - September 6, 2025
Artwork for underwear, socks, beachwear; primary market in Germany; branding and product artwork.
Graphic Designer at JOHN FRANK
January 1, 2017 - September 6, 2025
Artwork for underwear (socks and boxers) and beachwear for men; branding and graphic assets.
Designer at SOLIDART
January 1, 2016 - September 6, 2025
Joined as designer; produced designs; contributed to design and development.
Founder / Consultant at Own Agency
January 1, 2013 - September 6, 2025
Opened own agency; served as consultant aiding clients in design, product development and production.
Design Manager at ELYAF GROUP
December 31, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Overseeing all collection processes from concept to garment, conducting customer analysis for micro and macro markets, performing trend analysis through catwalks and influencers, and maintaining customer relations. Led design teams and managed cross-functional collaboration within the design departments.
Senior Designer / Administrative Manager at ASDA-GEORGE
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Oversaw all design departments and the full collection process, conducted market research and competitor analysis, and coordinated with suppliers. Responsible for trend analysis from catwalks and influencers and for strengthening customer relations.
Freelance Creative Consultant at C&A
January 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance Creative Consultant for the Mens Circular Department, providing design direction, market insights, and concept development.
Fashion Designer at HTL/LI-FUNG
December 31, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Created moods and collections, conducted research and development in garment techniques and applications, and oversaw the sampling process while collaborating with CK, DKNY, Zara, and Mango teams.
Fashion and Graphics Designer at PUKKA
December 31, 2019 - September 6, 2025
Developed collections for kids and men, created moods and trendboards, and presented designs to customers; contributed to graphic and textile design outputs.
Senior Graphic Designer at WIGGLESTEPS
December 31, 2018 - September 6, 2025
Created artwork for underwear, socks, and swimwear; primary customer base in Germany.
Graphic Designer at JOHN FRANK
December 31, 2017 - September 6, 2025
Created artwork for underwear and beachwear for men.
Graphic Designer at SOLIDART
December 31, 2016 - September 6, 2025
Freelance Creative Consultant at C&A
January 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance Creative Consultant for C&A Mens Circular Dept.; responsible for design offers, overseeing suppliers' offers, gathering market intel and conducting competitive analysis.
Design Manager at ELYAF GROUP
January 1, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Over 2023-2025 in Istanbul, leading design activities and coordinating collections.
Design Manager at George (ASDA)
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Senior designer overseeing Men and Older Boys departments; jersey, woven and knitwear; responsible for design offers, market intel, comp-shops, and supplier coordination.
Fashion Designer at HTL/LI-FUNG
January 1, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Created moods and collections; presented to CK (women), DKNY (women/men), Zara (baby-woman), Mango (woman); R&D, techniques, sampling oversight.
Fashion & Graphic Designer at PUKKA
January 1, 2019 - September 6, 2025
Created collections for kids and men; mood and trendboards; presented to customers; involved in mood creation and trend forecasting.
Senior Graphic Designer at WIGGLESTEPS
January 1, 2018 - September 6, 2025
Artwork for underwear, socks and beachwear; focus on the German market.
Graphic Designer at JOHN FRANK
January 1, 2017 - September 6, 2025
Artwork for underwear (socks and boxers) and beachwear for men.
Founder & Consultant at SOLIDART
January 1, 2013 - September 6, 2025
Opened own agency; consulted clients on design, product development and production.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Textile and Fashion Design at Dokuz Eylul University, Faculty of Fine Arts
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013
Erasmus Exchange – Textile and Fashion Design at Accademia di Belle Arti di Macerata
June 1, 2012 - August 31, 2012
Summer Program – Fashion Management / Fashion Design Retail Management at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
June 1, 2012 - August 31, 2012
BA in Textile and Fashion Design at Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Fine Arts
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013
BA (Erasmus Exchange) at Accademia di Belle Arti di Macerata, Textile and Fashion Design
June 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Summer Program at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
July 1, 2012 - August 31, 2012
Bachelor's Degree at Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Fine Arts
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Erasmus Exchange - Textile and Fashion Design at Accademia di Belle Arti di Macerata
June 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Fashion Management / Fashion Design / Retail Management at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Bachelor's Degree at SOLIDART Izmir
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other

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