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Iris Alibali

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Hi, I'm Iris Alibali, a passionate product developer and designer specializing in leather and outerwear fashion.

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Hi, I’m Iris Alibali, a passionate product developer and designer specializing in leather and outerwear fashion. With several years of experience working with leading brands like Roots Canada and HISO, I’ve developed expertise in creating innovative collections, managing production teams, and collaborating with different departments to ensure designs align with business goals. I love expanding my craft by exploring new materials and training teams to master them.

Besides fashion design, I’m also a trained pattern maker with a deep background in European pattern cutting techniques, which allows me to specialize in made-to-measure and custom patterns. When I’m not designing, I enjoy staying up to date with the latest trends and continuously improving my skills, ensuring every piece I create is a perfect blend of creativity and technical precision.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

European Pattern Cutting Technique Trainee · Muller & SohnsJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Trained in European block making techniques specialized in coats and jackets, focusing on made-to-measure and custom patterns.

Designer · HISO, TorontoDec 2022 – Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Developed and designed the HISO “White Label” collection featuring contemporary outerwear styles for luxury retailers like Holt Renfrew. Led product development team overseeing tech-pack creation, luxury trim sourcing, technical pattern development, fittings, proto reviews, market research, trend analysis, color & concept. Successfully drove 15%+ revenue growth with initial White Label launch, expanding brand presence into streetwear and influencer markets.

Pattern Maker · HISO, TorontoDec 2022 – Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Created and maintained outerwear patterns on LECTRA system; completed over 100 pattern changes and updates per season for leather, wool, fur, and shearling patterns throughout style development. Worked closely with senior design team to meet design specifications including proportions, fit, and silhouettes. Provided precise patterns to grading, marker making, and production departments. Specialized in made-to-measure programs and private label collection patterns. Managed various factory production departments including cutting room, sample sewing, material/trim sourcing, and finishing teams.

Product Development & Design · Roots CanadaJan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos
Designer · Siri Klandolyn, TorontoJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Education

Diploma · George Brown College, Toronto2016
Master of Arts · York University, Toronto2012 – 2014
Graduate Diploma · York University, Toronto2014 – 2015
Bachelor of Arts · York University, Glendon College, Toronto2008 – 2012

Certifications and awards· 7

Gerber Technology Award2017
International Vogue Fur Competition Finalist2017
REMIX Fur Canadian Winner2017
Fashion Techniques & Design Student Achievement Award2016

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