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I am Una Kristjánsdóttir, a senior womenswear designer with strong creative and technical expertise from concept to final product. I founded an independent label with international show experience, shaping the full fashion process through hands-on work. Recently I refined my practice through a Master’s in Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni, blending contemporary methods with deep-rooted craftsmanship. My work is driven by material sensitivity, refined femininity, and cultural awareness, with a strong focus on fit and product integrity. Curious by nature, I draw inspiration from travel, music, and cultural exchange, continually seeking new perspectives.…I am Una Kristjánsdóttir, a senior womenswear designer with strong creative and technical expertise from concept to final product. I founded an independent label with international show experience, shaping the full fashion process through hands-on work. Recently I refined my practice through a Master’s in Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni, blending contemporary methods with deep-rooted craftsmanship. My work is driven by material sensitivity, refined femininity, and cultural awareness, with a strong focus on fit and product integrity. Curious by nature, I draw inspiration from travel, music, and cultural exchange, continually seeking new perspectives.

Una Kristjánsdóttir

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I am Una Kristjánsdóttir, a senior womenswear designer with strong creative and technical expertise from concept to final product. I founded an independent label with international show experience, shaping the full fashion process through hands-on work. Recently I refined my practice through a Master’s in Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni, blending contemporary methods with deep-rooted craftsmanship. My work is driven by material sensitivity, refined femininity, and cultural awareness, with a strong focus on fit and product integrity. Curious by nature, I draw inspiration from travel, music, and cultural exchange, continually seeking new perspectives.…I am Una Kristjánsdóttir, a senior womenswear designer with strong creative and technical expertise from concept to final product. I founded an independent label with international show experience, shaping the full fashion process through hands-on work. Recently I refined my practice through a Master’s in Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni, blending contemporary methods with deep-rooted craftsmanship. My work is driven by material sensitivity, refined femininity, and cultural awareness, with a strong focus on fit and product integrity. Curious by nature, I draw inspiration from travel, music, and cultural exchange, continually seeking new perspectives.

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I am Una Kristjánsdóttir, a senior womenswear designer with strong creative and technical expertise from concept to final product. I founded an independent label with international show experience, shaping the full fashion process through hands-on work.

Recently I refined my practice through a Master’s in Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni, blending contemporary methods with deep-rooted craftsmanship. My work is driven by material sensitivity, refined femininity, and cultural awareness, with a strong focus on fit and product integrity. Curious by nature, I draw inspiration from travel, music, and cultural exchange, continually seeking new perspectives.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Editorial Illustration

Intermediate

Logo

Intermediate

Set Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Swedish

Intermediate

Icelandic

Fluent

Norwegian

Intermediate

Danish

Intermediate

Italian

Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder & Fashion Brand Director at Independent designer label

January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012

Founded and managed a successful designer label, overseeing design, production, sales, and marketing. Gained recognition with showcases at New York Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week, and Reykjavik Fashion Festival. Also participated in tradeshows. Opened a boutique in the heart of Reykjavik, featuring and selling my designs.

Independent Senior Womenswear Designer & Textile Consultant at Independent

January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013

Revitalized the brand with modern, refined designs while preserving its identity. Led AW13 design and rebranding to enhance market presence. Also managed measurement charts and garment gradings.

Production & Design Manager at Royal Extreme

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010

Assisted in design and production management for the women’s and men’s collection. Managed production across Europe, Asia, and India, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Founder & Head Designer at Independent Designer Label

January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Independent Senior Womenswear Designer & Textile Consultant at Independent Designer Label

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013

Revitalized the brand with modern, refined designs while preserving its identity. Led AW13 design and rebranding to enhance market presence. Also managed measurement charts and garment gradings.

Design & Production Manager at Royal Extreme

January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010

Assisted in design and production management for the women’s and men’s collection. Managed production across Europe, Asia, and India, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Senior Womenswear Designer RTW & Textiles at Andersen & Lauth

January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010

Head of design womenswear; international production & design. Selected collaborations: MSGM (academic collaboration), Woolmark (design project), UN Women (campaign project).