Hi, I'm Antonia Nae. I'm a fashion designer with a strong creative vision that balances aesthetics, functionality, and market needs. I enjoy leading end-to-end collection development—from moodboards and sketches to sourcing fabrics and creating technical packs—while blending couture craft with innovative digital tools. I have hands-on experience across luxury couture internships and fast-fashion environments, collaborating with founders, marketing teams, and suppliers to deliver high-quality garments and compelling campaigns. I love sustainable fashion, storytelling through visuals, and continuously learning new techniques and software to push the boundaries of design.

Antonia Nae

Hi, I'm Antonia Nae. I'm a fashion designer with a strong creative vision that balances aesthetics, functionality, and market needs. I enjoy leading end-to-end collection development—from moodboards and sketches to sourcing fabrics and creating technical packs—while blending couture craft with innovative digital tools. I have hands-on experience across luxury couture internships and fast-fashion environments, collaborating with founders, marketing teams, and suppliers to deliver high-quality garments and compelling campaigns. I love sustainable fashion, storytelling through visuals, and continuously learning new techniques and software to push the boundaries of design.

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Hi, I’m Antonia Nae. I’m a fashion designer with a strong creative vision that balances aesthetics, functionality, and market needs. I enjoy leading end-to-end collection development—from moodboards and sketches to sourcing fabrics and creating technical packs—while blending couture craft with innovative digital tools.

I have hands-on experience across luxury couture internships and fast-fashion environments, collaborating with founders, marketing teams, and suppliers to deliver high-quality garments and compelling campaigns. I love sustainable fashion, storytelling through visuals, and continuously learning new techniques and software to push the boundaries of design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Beginner
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Fashion Designer at Kamo Fitness
April 30, 2025 - July 19, 2025
Created fashion designs for clothing and accessories, focusing on unique and innovative pieces suited for fitness and athleisure. Involved in pattern making and trend forecasting to produce collections aligned with the brand's goals.
Fashion Design Intern at Antonia Nae London Couture House
February 29, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Assisted in the design and creation of couture pieces, gaining hands-on experience in high-fashion garment construction and styling. Supported senior designers and contributed to backstage operations during fashion shows.
Sales Assistant at Zara, Cluj-Napoca
September 30, 2022 - July 19, 2025
Provided customer service and sales support in a busy retail environment. Gained valuable insights into consumer behavior and retail fashion operations.
Fashion Designer at Kamo Fitness
April 1, 2025 - August 16, 2025
Engaged in fashion design projects for a fitness clothing brand, applying creativity and technical skills to develop unique designs aligned with brand vision.
Fashion Design Intern at Antonia Nae London Couture House
February 1, 2024 - August 16, 2025
Assisted in couture fashion design processes, gaining experience in high fashion craftsmanship, detailing, and industry practices.
Sales Assistant at Zara, Cluj-Napoca
September 1, 2022 - August 16, 2025
Provided customer service and sales support in a fast-paced retail environment, contributing to effective merchandising and customer satisfaction.
Fashion Design Intern at London Couture House
January 1, 2024 - October 2, 2025
Led and supported the design process for couture pieces, assisted with fittings, coordinated fabric and trims sourcing, and managed atelier logistics. Also contributed to show preparation and backstage operations, collaborating with the head designer, atelier staff, and external suppliers to deliver high-quality couture garments.
Sales Assistant at Zara
January 1, 2022 - October 2, 2025
Gained insight into fast-fashion retail, interacting with customers and noting trends to inform design perspectives; developed understanding of fast fashion cycles and consumer behavior.
Content Creator at Lofty Atelier
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced social media content (photography, reels, editing in CapCut Pro); contributed to sales growth and increased product demand by designing commercially successful collections that strengthened brand identity and online visibility.
Fashion Design Intern at London Couture House
December 31, 2024 - October 2, 2025
Led the full design process for activewear collections: market & trend research, moodboards, sketches, material selection, and technical packs. Coordinated sampling, fittings, and production to ensure high quality and fit standards. Directed photoshoots & creative campaigns, working closely with the marketing team to align design vision with brand communication. Collaborated with founders, senior management, inventory specialists, and external production partners.
Sales Assistant at Zara
December 31, 2022 - October 2, 2025
Gained insight into fast-fashion retail and customer preferences, informing design perspective. Strengthened understanding of fast fashion cycles and consumer behavior, later applied in design work.
Content Creator at Lofty Atelier
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced social media content (photography, reels, editing in CapCut Pro). Impact: contributed to sales growth and increased product demand by designing commercially successful collections that improved product–market fit and boosted online visibility.

Education

Master at UNARTE National University of Arts Bucharest
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025
Bachelor Degree at UAD Art and Design University of Cluj-Napoca
September 1, 2020 - July 31, 2023
High School Diploma at "Octavian Stroia" Choreography and Theater Highschool, Cluj-Napoca
September 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019
Master - Fashion Design at UNARTE National University of Arts Bucharest
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor Degree - Fashion Design at UAD Art and Design University of Cluj-Napoca
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
Erasmus+ student at Accademia di Belle Arti di Macerata, Italy
February 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Theater Instructor at "Octavian Stroia" Choreography and Theater Highschool, Cluj-Napoca
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2019
Course in Fashion Design at Accademia di Belle Arti di Macerata, Italy
February 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Choreography and Theatre High School at Octavian Stroia Choreography and Theatre High School, Cluj-Napoca
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025
Master in Fashion Design at National University of Arts, Bucharest
February 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Bachelor in Fashion Design at University of Art and Design, Cluj-Napoca
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023
Study Abroad at Accademia di Belle Arti di Macerata, Italy
February 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022

Qualifications

Drama Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025
Drama Instructor Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Education, Manufacturing, Professional Services