Hi, I’m Carlijn Cornelisse. I founded Studio Cornelisse and the plus-size men’s wear brand Mr Main Man. My work is guided by a sharp eye for detail, a strong sense of fit and form, and a clear commercial vision. I combine creativity with structure — and bring a strategic, intuitive mindset to every stage of the design process.…

Carlijn Cornelisse

Hi, I’m Carlijn Cornelisse. I founded Studio Cornelisse and the plus-size men’s wear brand Mr Main Man. My work is guided by a sharp eye for detail, a strong sense of fit and form, and a clear commercial vision. I combine creativity with structure — and bring a strategic, intuitive mindset to every stage of the design process.…

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Hi, I’m Carlijn Cornelisse. I founded Studio Cornelisse and the plus-size men’s wear brand Mr Main Man.

My work is guided by a sharp eye for detail, a strong sense of fit and form, and a clear commercial vision. I combine creativity with structure — and bring a strategic, intuitive mindset to every stage of the design process.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Mr Main Man
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founded to fill a gap in the market for modern, well-fitting clothes for plus-size men (XL–5XL). From concept to launch, led branding, design, product development and sourcing with a focus on comfort, confidence, and clean design.
Senior Designer & Owner at Studio Cornelisse
January 1, 2019 - Present
Independent studios supporting fashion brands with creative direction, collection design, and product development strategy. Collaborated with both start-ups and established labels to build timeless, sustainability-driven collections.
Menswear Designer at Chasin’ We Europe
December 1, 2012 - October 1, 2014
As Menswear Designer, focused on tops and accessories design, covering knitwear, jersey, shirts, underwear, bags, socks, swimwear and miscellaneous.
Menswear Designer at Chasin’ We Europe
November 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015
As Menswear Designer, focused on tops and accessories design, covering knitwear, jersey, shirts, underwear, bags, socks, swimwear and miscellaneous.
Menswear Designer at Chasin’ We Europe
January 1, 2016 - March 1, 2018
As Menswear Designer, focused on tops and accessories design, covering knitwear, jersey, shirts, underwear, bags, socks, swimwear and miscellaneous.
Menswear Designer at Chasin’ We Europe
March 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019
As Menswear Designer, focused on tops and accessories design, covering knitwear, jersey, shirts, underwear, bags, socks, swimwear and miscellaneous.

Education

Fashion Design at ABKM Maastricht
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Preparatory course Art & Design at ArteZ Arnhem
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
VWO High School at Van Maerlant, Eindhoven
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2008

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Industry Experience

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

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