Fashion Stylist and Visual Merchandising/Image Director with 20+ years of international experience across design, styling, and visual merchandising. Background includes global markets in Europe, South America, and Asia, with specialization in translating brand and personal identity into cohesive visual narratives—from product to retail experience—especially in premium and luxury environments.

Óscar Rico

Fashion Stylist and Visual Merchandising/Image Director with 20+ years of international experience across design, styling, and visual merchandising. Background includes global markets in Europe, South America, and Asia, with specialization in translating brand and personal identity into cohesive visual narratives—from product to retail experience—especially in premium and luxury environments.

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Fashion Stylist and Visual Merchandising/Image Director with 20+ years of international experience across design, styling, and visual merchandising. Background includes global markets in Europe, South America, and Asia, with specialization in translating brand and personal identity into cohesive visual narratives—from product to retail experience—especially in premium and luxury environments.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Stylist & Visual Merchandiser Manager at AG-25
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led brand restyling based on a Mediterranean, unisex and inclusive concept. Defined visual identity across retail and digital channels. Directed styling and visual storytelling for e-commerce and brand communication.
Space Stylist & Image Consultant at THE AMMA ISLAND
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Directed styling and visual identity for luxury villas and hospitality spaces. Created cohesive concepts for interiors, events, and brand experience. Developed guidelines and trained team to ensure brand consistency.
Image Direction & Visual Merchandising Consultant at GOLDEN ABC
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Defined and led visual merchandising and styling direction across six fashion brands. Developed image guidelines and brand standards for HQ and retail teams. Elevated in-store storytelling and visual consistency across multiple markets.
PopUp Store Manager & Visual Merchandiser Coordinator at ECOALF
November 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Managed the launch and operations of the brand’s first pop-up store in Barcelona. Led visual merchandising strategy aligned with sustainability values. Oversaw team coordination, sales performance, and customer experience.
Fashion Advisor & Visual Merchandiser Coordinator at FENDI
June 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023
Delivered luxury client experience and supported commercial performance. Executed visual merchandising strategies and coordinated store image, contributing to the opening of an Ibiza seasonal pop-up.
Visual Merchandiser Coordinator at DESIGUAL
July 1, 2017 - March 1, 2021
Coordinated global visual merchandising strategy across Europe, US and Asia. Ensured brand consistency across retail, wholesale and franchise channels. Developed visual merchandising guidelines, presentations, and visual storytelling frameworks.
Fashion Advisor & Visual Merchandiser Coordinator at ETRO
April 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
Delivered premium client experience and visual excellence in-store. Managed displays, windows, and product presentation. Reported sales performance and KPIs to HQ.
Accessories Design Manager & VM Coordinator at BLACKGATEONE
October 1, 2012 - February 1, 2014
Led design of men’s accessories and footwear collections. Directed VM and styling for campaigns and showrooms. Managed international sourcing and production trips.
Accessories & Shoes Design Manager at ASOBIO
August 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012
Designed accessories and footwear collections for men and women. Coordinated product development and international production.
Fashion Designer (Zara Man / Conosur) at INDITEX (Zara Man)
June 1, 2006 - June 1, 2010
Designed menswear collections for South American markets: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay. Coordinated collection presentations at HQ. Managed international sourcing and trend research.
International Visual Merchandiser Coordinator at SFERA (El Corte Inglés)
October 1, 2005 - June 1, 2006
Coordinated visual merchandising across European markets. Managed store display standards and collection presentations.

Education

Postgraduate in Image & Styling at ARTIDI Design School, Barcelona
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Creative Direction & Coolhunting at IDE P, Fashion School, Barcelona
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Handcrafted Bags & Footwear at INESCOP / Tech Footwear Institute, Alicante
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Handmade Jewelry Making at UAL Central Saint Martins, London
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
BA in Styling & Fashion Design at EASD Alcoy / Art School Nº2, Madrid
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods