I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with a creative and detail-oriented approach to building a collection from concept to final execution. I enjoy working across the entire product development process—research, visual and conceptual development, garment development, fittings, styling, and storytelling—while always keeping quality, functionality, and strong visual communication at the center. I’m especially interested in how visual identity is shaped through graphic elements, materials, and imagery. I collaborate well in multicultural teams, communicate clearly with people from different backgrounds, and like turning ideas into cohesive fashion narratives—supported by hands-on experience presenting collections and developing editorial and graphic concepts through my Erasmus projects and fashion showcases.…

Maria Na Lopes

I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with a creative and detail-oriented approach to building a collection from concept to final execution. I enjoy working across the entire product development process—research, visual and conceptual development, garment development, fittings, styling, and storytelling—while always keeping quality, functionality, and strong visual communication at the center. I’m especially interested in how visual identity is shaped through graphic elements, materials, and imagery. I collaborate well in multicultural teams, communicate clearly with people from different backgrounds, and like turning ideas into cohesive fashion narratives—supported by hands-on experience presenting collections and developing editorial and graphic concepts through my Erasmus projects and fashion showcases.…

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I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with a creative and detail-oriented approach to building a collection from concept to final execution. I enjoy working across the entire product development process—research, visual and conceptual development, garment development, fittings, styling, and storytelling—while always keeping quality, functionality, and strong visual communication at the center.

I’m especially interested in how visual identity is shaped through graphic elements, materials, and imagery. I collaborate well in multicultural teams, communicate clearly with people from different backgrounds, and like turning ideas into cohesive fashion narratives—supported by hands-on experience presenting collections and developing editorial and graphic concepts through my Erasmus projects and fashion showcases.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Trend Forecasting Researcher at Erasmus Research (Youth Fashion Market)
January 1, 2027 - January 1, 2027
Conducted research, analysis, and interpretation of visual and graphic trend elements within the youth fashion market for trend forecasting.
Trend forecasting research contributor at Erasmus research project
January 1, 2027 - Present
Performed research, analysis, and interpretation of visual/graphic youth fashion trends, translating findings into usable creative direction for fashion concept development.
Editorial Fashion Project Contributor (Published) at Passerby Magazine (Paris)
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Contributed to a fashion project that was published in Passerby Magazine (Paris), supporting conceptual/visual development aligned with the editorial direction of the publication.
Fashion Collection Presenter / Collection Development (Erasmus / ESAD Showcase) at Portugal Fashion | ESAD Showcase
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Selected to present a fashion collection at Portugal Fashion. Developed the collection’s conceptual and visual direction—from research and concept creation through garment development—ensuring the final execution reflected a cohesive identity and storyline.
Hospitality Scene/Sets Graphic Designer at Erasmus Project
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Developed scenic/graphic installation concept for hospitality, integrating a garment designed and produced specifically for the project within the overall visual installation.
Editorial Styling & Creative Direction (Erasmus/ESAD Project) at Erasmus / ESAD
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Developed visual concepts, moodboards, styling, and creative direction for fashion editorials, aligning imagery, garment choices, and narrative direction.
Workwear Collection Developer (Erasmus Development Project) at Erasmus Development Programme
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Developed a workwear collection inspired by Dickies brand identity, focusing on creative direction, garment design development, and cohesive visual/branding alignment for collection presentation.
Collection Presenter (ESAD Showcase — Portugal) at ESAD Showcase
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Presented a fashion collection at the ESAD Showcase in Portugal, including conceptual/visual development and collection execution suitable for a show setting.
Fashion Project Contributor (Published Editorial) at Passerby Magazine — Paris
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Fashion project published in Passerby Magazine (Paris), contributing to editorial styling/visual development and collection presentation aligned with magazine publication requirements.
Eco Fashion Show Participant at CA Eco Fashion
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Participated in an eco fashion event/show, contributing to a fashion experience centered on creative design and presentation.
Fashion Collection Presenter (Fashion | Portugal) at Portugal Fashion
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Selected to present a fashion collection at Portugal Fashion. Developed the collection concept and its visual direction, from research and mood/concept creation to garment development and final execution, including styling and storytelling elements for presentation.
Participation in fashion event/show at CA Eco Fashion
January 1, 2026 - Present
Participated in an eco fashion event/show, contributing to the fashion-show context through preparation and presentation aligned with event requirements.
Hospitality scenography contributor at Erasmus development project
January 1, 2026 - Present
Developed a hotel-focused scenic/graphic installation concept integrating a garment designed and produced specifically for the project, combining fashion design with environment/visual presentation.
Editorial styling & creative direction contributor at Erasmus / ESAD development project
January 1, 2026 - Present
Developed visual concepts for fashion editorials, including moodboards, styling, and creative direction to support cohesive storytelling and collection communication.
Workwear collection development (DICKIES-inspired) at Erasmus development project
January 1, 2026 - Present
Developed a workwear collection inspired by Dickies’ brand identity. Work included trend/research interpretation, concept development, and garment development aligned with the brand’s aesthetic and functional style cues.
Collection presenter (ESAD Showcase) at ESAD Showcase — Portugal Fashion
January 1, 2026 - Present
Presented a collection at the ESAD Showcase during Portugal Fashion 2026, demonstrating collection development, styling, and visual/storytelling skills alongside final garment development.
Editorial project contributor (fashion project published) at Passerby Magazine (Paris)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Contributed to a fashion project that was published in Passerby Magazine (Paris). Focus included conceptual/visual development and the presentation of fashion ideas through editorial communication.
Fashion collection presenter / collection development participant at Portugal Fashion (selected to present a fashion collection)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Selected to present a fashion collection at Portugal Fashion 2026. Responsible for conceptual and visual development of the collection, from initial research and concept creation through garment development and final execution, with a focus on visual identity and coherent styling.
Fashion Design Project Contributor (Erasmus) at Erasmus — International Fashion Design Projects
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Developed international fashion design projects in a collaborative, multicultural environment. Participated in trend forecasting, editorial creative direction and styling, and contributed to garment-focused scenic installation design for hospitality contexts.
Fashion Design Project Participant (International Programme) at Erasmus+ (ESDIR and international collaboration)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Participated in international fashion design projects in a multicultural environment, contributing to collaborative concept and visual development, design planning, and collection/creative outputs across different formats and briefs.
Fashion design project contributor (international Erasmus projects) at ESAD / Erasmus projects
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Developed international fashion design projects through collaborative work in a multicultural environment, including collection and editorial/styling directions. Contributed to research, conceptual development, material/technical exploration, and creative direction from ideation to development.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design (Erasmus+ programme) at ESAD — School of Design of La Rioja
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026
Erasmus+ programme (international study in Fashion Design) at School of Design of La Rioja (ESDIR), Spain
September 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design (Erasmus+ Programme) at ESDIR — School of Design of La Rioja
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design at ESAD — Escuela Superior de Arte y Diseño (School of Design of La Rioja)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Erasmus Programme (Fashion Design) at School of Design of La Rioja (ESDIR)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2026
Selected to present a fashion collection at Portugal Fashion (Portugal Fashion selection)
January 1, 2026 - September 12, 2026
Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail

Skills

Experience Level