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Carolina La Calle

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Chief Product Department / Clothing Designer at Town Connection S.A.
March 31, 2018 - October 14, 2025
Fashion collection planning and development; trend research and adaptation for local market; product design and development; branding for multiple product lines; supplier management (local and Far East); quotations, purchase orders; textiles and trims selection; tech drawing; prints and branding; social media content creation; photo shoot participation.
Production Manager at Luz de Mar
March 1, 2018 - Present
Samples follow-up and production control; production tracking with local and international suppliers; fittings; technical drawing and tech packs (Spanish & English); fabric & trims PO management; quality control.
Fashion Design Consulting & Production Techniques / Brand Development at Self-employed / Brand Development
March 31, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Follow-up of production stages (prototype, print approval, sampling); active participation in photo shooting campaigns for sales catalogs; collection presentations at sales meetings; wholesale follow-up and ERP-based sales analysis (GACI).
Product Assistant at Town Connection S.R.L. (O’Neill license in Argentina)
September 30, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Chief Trim Department; follow-up and development with suppliers; design and product development.
Product Assistant at Town Connection S.R.L.
May 31, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Follow-up and development with suppliers; design and product development.
Product Assistant at Town Connection S.R.L. (O’Neill license in Argentina)
May 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Chief Trim Department; follow-up and development with suppliers; design and product development.
Product Assistant at Town Connection S.R.L. (O’Neill license in Argentina)
September 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Follow-up and development with suppliers; design and product development.
Clothing Designer at Town Connection S.A. (Trademark licenses in Argentina)
March 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025
Fashion collection planning and development; trend research; product design and development; branding for multiple lines; management of local and international suppliers; quotations, purchase orders, textiles & trims selection; measure tables; tech drawings; branding design; social media content design; photo shoots and catalog involvement.
Production Manager at Luz de Mar
March 1, 2018 - Present
Samples follow up and production control; production tracking with local and international suppliers; fitting meetings; technical drawing and tech packs (Spanish and English); fabric and trims purchase orders; quality control.
Fashion Design Consultant
March 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Fashion design consulting; production techniques; brand development; follow-up of production stages (prototype, print approval, sampling); active participation in photo shoots for sales catalogues; collection presentations at sales meetings; wholesale follow-up and ERP analysis (GACI).
Fashion Design Consultant
July 1, 2024 - Present
Brand development; Argentina and Far East suppliers; follow-up of production stages (prototype, print approval, sampling); active participation in photo shoots; collection presentations; wholesale follow-up and ERP analysis (GACI).
Chief Product Department at Town Connection S.A.
March 31, 2018 - October 14, 2025
Fashion collection planning and development; pattern development, cut & sew; vintage clothing recycling and customization; social media content planning and design; active participation in photo shoots and product development; branding design for multiple product lines (O'Neill, Dekline, Fallen & Airwalk).
Chief Trim Department at Town Connection S.R.L. (O’Neill license in Argentina)
May 31, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Follow-up and development with suppliers. Design and product development.
Product Assistant at Mimo & Co.
September 30, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Weekly meetings with Design team, Trim Department and model developers for the Boy's product line. Active participation in the development of Denim line for Boys.
Clothing Designer at Town Connection S.A. / Town Connection S.R.L.
March 31, 2018 - October 14, 2025
Clothing designer with 10+ years of experience in product management, design and production strategic planning; Fashion collection planning and development; Pattern development, cut & sew; Brand branding; Social media content planning and design; Active participation in photo shooting campaigns and product development.
Production Manager at Luz de Mar
March 1, 2018 - Present
Samples follow up & control for production. Production tracking for local and international suppliers. Fitting meetings. Technical drawing and tech pack developments (Spanish and English). Fabric & trims purchase orders. Quality control specialist.
Fashion Design Consulting & Production Techniques - Brand Development at Independent / Freelance
March 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Brand development; Follow-up of production stages (prototype, print approval, sampling) and active participation in photo shooting campaigns for sales catalogues. Collection presentations at sales meetings. Wholesale follow-up and analysis with GACI system (ERP).
Fashion Design Consulting & Production Techniques - Brand Development at Independent / Freelance
July 1, 2024 - Present
Argentina and Far East suppliers. Follow-up of production stages (prototype, print approval, sampling). Active participation in photo shooting campaigns for sales catalogues. Collection presentations at sales meetings. Wholesale follow-up and analysis with GACI system (ERP).
Product Assistant at Mimo & Co.
September 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Weekly meetings with design team, Trim Department and model developers for the Boys' product line. Active participation in the development of the Denim line for Boys.
Product Assistant at Town Connection S.R.L. (O’Neill license in Argentina)
September 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Chief Trim Department. Follow-up and development with suppliers. Design and product development.
Clothing Designer / Chief Product Department at Town Connection S.A. (Trademark licenses in Argentina)
March 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025
Fashion collection planning and development based on yearly business plan and historical sales analysis. Trend research and adaptation for local market requirements. Product design and development. Branding design for several product lines (O'Neill, Dekline, Fallen & Airwalk). Management of local and international suppliers (Far East). Quotation and purchase order negotiation and placement. Selection and purchase of textiles and trims. Trend research adapted to local brand market requirements. Fashion collection planning based on clients’ needs. Technical drawing. Graphic design prints (arts, full prints & typography). Color card, fabric & construction details proposal. Logo & branding design. Feed and content design for social media. Photo editing & mock ups.
Creative Director / Fashion Designer at Carolina Lacalle
March 1, 2018 - Present
Fashion collection planning and development. Pattern development, cut & sew. Vintage clothing recycling and customization. Communication in social media, feed planning and content design. Active participation in photo shooting campaigns and product.
Production Manager at Luz de Mar
July 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Samples follow up & control for production. Production tracking for local and international suppliers. Fitting meetings. Technical drawing and tech pack developments (Spanish and English). Fabric & trims purchase orders. Quality control specialist.
Fashion Design Consulting & Brand Development at Self-employed
March 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Brand development: Argentina and Far East suppliers. Follow-up of production stages (prototype, print approval, sampling) and active participation in photo shooting campaigns for sales catalogs. Collection presentations at Sales meetings. Wholesale follow-up and analysis with ERP system (GACI).
Fashion Design Consulting & Brand Development at Self-employed
July 1, 2024 - Present
Brand development and supplier coordination for Argentina and Far East; follow-up of production stages; active participation in photo shoots; sales catalogs; ERP analysis (GACI).
Apparel Designer & Technical Designer at Carolina La Calle
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2018
Led trend research, mood boards, and color palette development; oversaw end-to-end product development including design, tech packs, sampling, and fittings; developed tech packs and BOMs for local and Far East suppliers (English/Spanish); currently managed production, supplier relationships, and quality control; achieved approximately 30% reduction in prototype corrections and production errors; designed capsule collections, trims, packaging, and prints for independent brands; provided creative and technical consulting for apparel startups; directed collection planning, trend analysis, and product design; managed supplier communications (LATAM & Far East), cost negotiations, and approvals; conducted seasonal sales analysis and replenishment; created artworks, trims, and packaging aligned with brand identity; supported photo campaigns and sales presentations.
Apparel Designer & Technical Product Manager at Carolina La Calle
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2023
Led Head of Product Department; oversaw licensed brands (O’Neill, Fallen, Airwalk, DeKline); conducted trend research and mood boards; defined color palettes; created the brand’s first pajama line and expanded into loungewear and streetwear; led end-to-end product development (design, tech packs, sampling, fittings); developed tech packs and BOMs for local and Far East suppliers (English/Spanish); oversaw production, supplier management, and quality control; achieved significant reductions in prototype corrections and production errors (approx. 30%); designed capsule collections, trims, packaging, and prints for independent brands; provided creative/technical consulting for apparel startups; managed seasonal collection planning, trend analysis, and product design; coordinated communications with Far East suppliers, negotiated costs, and secured approvals; performed sales/stock analyses for seasonal planning and replenishment; supported photo campaigns and sales presentations; provi

Education

Creative Entrepreneurship at University of Buenos Aires (FADU)
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Fashion Design at University of Palermo
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Advanced High School Diploma (Natural Science) at St. Luke’s College
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Creative Entrepreneurship at University of Buenos Aires (FADU)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
at University of Palermo
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Creative Entrepreneurship at University of Buenos Aires (FADU)
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
at University of Palermo
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Creative Entrepreneurship at University of Buenos Aires (FADU)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Fashion Design at University of Palermo
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design at University of Buenos Aires
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Visual Innovation with AI in Fashion at NEB Studio
October 1, 2025 - March 3, 2026

Qualifications

Cost analysis for sustainable business
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Competitive market analysis
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Image brand development
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Sales analysis
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025

Industry Experience

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