Hi, I’m Lidiia Pyshna, a London-based fashion designer with a track record in concept-driven collections, costume design, and creative direction. As Head of Creative Design at BOTSI, I shape seasonal visions, drive end-to-end design from concept to market, and keep a finger on the pulse of industry trends to inform collections and knitwear development. My experience spans theatre, fashion houses, and retail—ranging from bespoke print design and CAD work to visual merchandising and styling. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration, turning ideas into cohesive product stories that reflect a strong brand voice and resonate with customers and audiences alike.

Lidiia Pyshna

Hi, I’m Lidiia Pyshna, a London-based fashion designer with a track record in concept-driven collections, costume design, and creative direction. As Head of Creative Design at BOTSI, I shape seasonal visions, drive end-to-end design from concept to market, and keep a finger on the pulse of industry trends to inform collections and knitwear development. My experience spans theatre, fashion houses, and retail—ranging from bespoke print design and CAD work to visual merchandising and styling. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration, turning ideas into cohesive product stories that reflect a strong brand voice and resonate with customers and audiences alike.

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Hi, I’m Lidiia Pyshna, a London-based fashion designer with a track record in concept-driven collections, costume design, and creative direction. As Head of Creative Design at BOTSI, I shape seasonal visions, drive end-to-end design from concept to market, and keep a finger on the pulse of industry trends to inform collections and knitwear development.

My experience spans theatre, fashion houses, and retail—ranging from bespoke print design and CAD work to visual merchandising and styling. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration, turning ideas into cohesive product stories that reflect a strong brand voice and resonate with customers and audiences alike.

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Language

English
Fluent
Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Costume Designer at Belarus Free Theatre
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Conceptualise and craft costume designs in collaboration with the production team; conduct extensive research, produce sketches and digital renderings, select fabrics, oversee fabrication, and manage fittings and alterations.
Head of Creative Design at BOTSI
June 1, 2023 - Present
Lead creative concept development for fashion collections, oversee end-to-end design process from concept to market launch, manage knitwear range, and align trends with brand vision. Collaborate with production, marketing, and sales to ensure cohesive product delivery and high-quality output.
Visual Merchandising Manager at Hoopers
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Develop store layouts and window displays, ensure visual branding consistency, monitor trends and customer behavior, train staff on visual merchandising standards, manage seasonal changes and budgets.
Sales Assistant at JulesB
September 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Provide personalized customer service, style advice, and window displays; manage till operations, stock control, merchandising, and packaging.
Freelance Print Designer at BOTSI
July 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Bespoke fashion print design and consulting; conceptualise and develop print motifs and patterns for collections, ensuring alignment with brand identity and market trends.
Graphic Designer at RENE MARIANE
October 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Create brand look books and digital presentations; collaborate with marketing on image-making and brand visuals; work under tight deadlines.
Runway Design Intern at Marc Jacobs
January 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Develop textile samples, embroidery and design details for AW/20 runway; assist with couture details, backstage duties, and studio organization.
CAD Freelancer at Roberta Einer
September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019
Create technical drawings and CAD files; update project documentation and assist with pattern development using Illustrator and Photoshop.
Studio Intern at Preen By Thornton Bregazzi
January 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018
Pattern cutting, toiles construction, sample making, sewing and embroidery tasks; assist designers and backstage for show preparation.
Styling Intern at Mulberry
September 1, 2017 - September 30, 2017
Dressing models and assisting with styling tasks during campaigns and shows.
Freelance Photographer
March 1, 2008 - August 31, 2014
Photographer for fashion/editorial projects; contributed to portfolio development and visual storytelling.

Education

BA Fashion Design (First Class Honours) at University of Westminster
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Foundation Degree Fashion Design (First) at Regents University London
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Weaving Course at Hand Weavers Studio
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services