I'm Maria Grazia Cincini, a patternmaker and fashion designer with international experience in knitwear, outerwear, and luxury goods. I excel at turning design concepts into production-ready garments and building strong business relationships across fashion markets. Over the years I’ve collaborated with Italian factories and international brands, developing patterns and garments from concept to final production with a focus on quality and craft. Currently I teach Pattern Making at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Perugia and continue to design and pattern knitwear and apparel for various clients. I love collaborating with teams across design, development, and production to push creative boundaries while ensuring feasibility and profitability for the business.

Maria Grazia Cincini

I'm Maria Grazia Cincini, a patternmaker and fashion designer with international experience in knitwear, outerwear, and luxury goods. I excel at turning design concepts into production-ready garments and building strong business relationships across fashion markets. Over the years I’ve collaborated with Italian factories and international brands, developing patterns and garments from concept to final production with a focus on quality and craft. Currently I teach Pattern Making at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Perugia and continue to design and pattern knitwear and apparel for various clients. I love collaborating with teams across design, development, and production to push creative boundaries while ensuring feasibility and profitability for the business.

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I’m Maria Grazia Cincini, a patternmaker and fashion designer with international experience in knitwear, outerwear, and luxury goods. I excel at turning design concepts into production-ready garments and building strong business relationships across fashion markets. Over the years I’ve collaborated with Italian factories and international brands, developing patterns and garments from concept to final production with a focus on quality and craft.

Currently I teach Pattern Making at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Perugia and continue to design and pattern knitwear and apparel for various clients. I love collaborating with teams across design, development, and production to push creative boundaries while ensuring feasibility and profitability for the business.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Russian
Beginner

Work Experience

Knitwear Designer & Patternmaker at Unyli by Retail Capital
September 1, 2025 - Present
Knitwear designer and patternmaker for current collections; development of production-ready patterns and collaboration with suppliers.
Patternmaker at Errepi Confezioni
June 1, 2025 - Present
Patternmaker for Atelier Bestiaire collection; responsible for pattern development and fit across garment types.
Knitwear Patternmaker at Maglificio Umbro
December 31, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Knitwear pattern development for Fall/Winter collections; coordination with production teams.
Patternmaker at Fabiana Filippi Spa
December 31, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for ladies’ outerwear and knitwear; pattern adjustments and tech pack support.
Patternmaker (Size-Set) at NSDS - Pattern Studio Service
December 31, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Size-set pattern preparation and garment tech for Italian production.
Knitwear Patternmaker & Technician at Mf1
December 31, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Knitwear patternmaking and technical support for production in Valeggio sul Mincio.
Knitwear Patternmaker & Technician at Fratelli Papini Cashmere
September 30, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for cashmere knitwear; quality and fit control.
Knitwear Patternmaker & Technician at Maglificio degli Angeli
December 31, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking and technical support for ladies’ knitwear.
Freelance Patternmaker at Sara Lanzi Designer - NOOS Studios
December 31, 2021 - October 16, 2025
Freelance patternmaking collaboration for designer collections.
Knitwear Patternmaker at Tasselli Cashmere
December 31, 2020 - October 16, 2025
Freelance patternmaking for knitwear; development and samples.
Patternmaker at TOD'S Spa
December 31, 2020 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for Fay and Tod’s women’s lines; collaboration with ready-to-wear and accessories.
Knitwear Technician at Il Borgo Cashmere
December 31, 2019 - October 16, 2025
Knitwear technician for luxury cachemire collections; sample development.
Patternmaker at Hettabretz
June 30, 2019 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for jackets, leather, and knit fabrics for women’s outerwear.
Patternmaker & Garment Technician at Panicale Cashmere
December 31, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for knitwear fabrics and leather, garment tech.
Garment Technician at Arkivi Omoda
December 31, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Leather/knit garment technician; pattern support and production liaison.
Patternmaker at Aquarama Sportswear
December 31, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for jackets, sportswear; collaboration with Etro and own line.
Patternmaker at Various factories (LV, Loro Piana, Berluti, Acne Studio via Brahma Studios)
December 31, 2017 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking for knitwear, fabric, and leather for luxury fashion houses.
Pattern Maker at Bianco Nelly
December 31, 2016 - October 16, 2025
High-fashion knitwear patternmaking; knitwear, fabric, knitwear+leather for luxe brands.
Freelance Fashion Designer & Patternmaker at Italian factories
August 31, 2014 - October 16, 2025
Freelance design and patternmaking for various Italian producers.
Patternmaker & Garment Tech at Global Line SRL
December 31, 2013 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking and garment tech for ladies knitwear and soft fabrics.
Freelance Patternmaker at Communication Trade SRL
December 31, 2013 - October 16, 2025
Patternmaking services for clients in Rome; garment tech support.
Samplers Technician at Luisa Spagnoli S.p.A.
December 31, 2012 - October 16, 2025
Sampler technician for ladies knitwear; quality and fit checks.
Fashion Designer, Patternmaker & Sampler Technician at Il Casale di Marrone S.r.l. / Fabiola S.r.l.
December 31, 2011 - October 16, 2025
Designer and patternmaker; sampler technician for ladies knitwear.
Product Development at Lunatic S.r.l. / Bellotti S.a.s.
December 31, 2009 - October 16, 2025
Product development for knitwear and accessories; pattern support.
Product Development at Ide Amode S.r.l.
December 31, 2008 - October 16, 2025
Denimwear product development; pattern support and tech specs.
Embroideries Designer at G.P. Palombella SNC
December 31, 2007 - October 16, 2025
Embroidery and homewear design for luxury lines.
Aromatherapy Garment Designer at CMGSTUDIO
December 31, 2006 - October 16, 2025
Started own collection: Aromatherapy Garments for men and women.
Fashion Designer at MeLo e Grano S.p.A.
December 31, 2006 - October 16, 2025
Fashion designer for ladies; mid-target total look.
Fashion Designer & Patternmaker at Manifattura Valnerina S.a.s.
December 31, 2005 - October 16, 2025
Fashion designer and patternmaker for ladies’ luxury total look.
Designer & Technician at Galex S.r.l.
December 31, 2004 - October 16, 2025
Designer and technician for activewear; footwear teams.
Worker at Parise Florence
December 31, 2001 - October 16, 2025
Fashion accessories: leather luxury women’s bags.
Freelance Designer at Bracci Alini S.r.l.
December 31, 2001 - October 16, 2025
Designer for luxury bags; wedding dresses and dance costumes for competitions.
Fashion Designer at GenioStudio S.r.l.
December 31, 1991 - October 16, 2025
Designer for men’s luxury fashion.
Fashion Designer at Luisa Spagnoli S.p.A.
December 31, 1987 - October 16, 2025
Ladies luxury fashion designer.

Education

Maestro d'Arte at Istituto Statale D'Arte B. Di Betto, Perugia
January 1, 1984 - October 16, 2025
Maturità d'arte applicata Moda e Costume at Istituto Statale D'Arte B. Di Betto, Perugia
January 1, 1986 - October 16, 2025
Diploma of Specialization in Fashion Design at Polimoda, Florence
January 1, 1990 - October 16, 2025
Diploma of High Grade, Fashion Designer (valid at FIT, New York) at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), New York
January 1, 1991 - October 16, 2025

Qualifications

Photoshop Course
January 1, 2004 - October 16, 2025
CAD Modaris Lectra V6
January 1, 2012 - October 16, 2025
CAD Modaris Lectra V7
January 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025
CAD ASSYST (Basic Fashion)
January 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025
Natural and Organic Dye (vegetables like Guado) for Denim
January 1, 2008 - October 16, 2025
Historic Garment Studies (Medieval & Italian Renaissance)
January 1, 1999 - October 16, 2025
Course in Pattern Grading
January 1, 2004 - October 16, 2025

Industry Experience

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