Catalina Albertini
Senior Leather Goods Designer at Au Départ Paris- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
-
Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
-
French Native or bilingual proficiency
-
English Full professional proficiency
-
Italian Limited working proficiency
Topline Score
Bio
Credentials
-
Sustainable Luxury Fashion
Condé NastJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Ethics and Diversity in Fashion
Condé NastJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
The Future of Fashion - Trend Forecasting
Condé NastMay, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Understanding Fashion: from Business to Culture
Institut Français de la ModeApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Fashion and Sustainability
KeringMay, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
-
Au Départ Paris
-
France
-
Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Senior Leather Goods Designer
-
Aug 2022 - Present
-currently working on the re-launch of the Parisian brand: setting new brand codes / DNA and designing and developing its first bags & SLG collections to the highest quality from conception to final prototype. -sourcing raw materials (top grade calf leathers and suede, coated canvas & other textiles for accessories). -design & development of new collection of hardware / metal pieces. -daily liaise with manufacturers from France and Italy. -currently working on the re-launch of the Parisian brand: setting new brand codes / DNA and designing and developing its first bags & SLG collections to the highest quality from conception to final prototype. -sourcing raw materials (top grade calf leathers and suede, coated canvas & other textiles for accessories). -design & development of new collection of hardware / metal pieces. -daily liaise with manufacturers from France and Italy.
-
-
-
The Restory
-
United Kingdom
-
Retail Apparel and Fashion
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Co-Head of Atelier (bags and shoes)
-
Jul 2021 - Apr 2022
-ensure the highest level of craftsmanship and quality in all techniques related to redesigning, restoring, customising, repairing and extending the life cycle of bags and shoes.-sustainable innovation management: actively explore new materials for accessories, colour recipes and technologies to elevate the current offering in line with sustainable requirements.-oversee, plan and anticipate the Atelier ́s needs in order to grow and succeed.-liaise with suppliers and visit to trade fairs to source materials (leathers, fabrics, hardware, trims) and build supplier relationships.-evaluating historic data and client feedback to identify problems and propose improvements.-analysis of historic data to define set pricing packages on our most popular services.-managing multiple projects to support the company ́s goals; doubled the Atelier size in 4 months by successfully onboarding 18 artisans.-report to top management weekly performance and blockers, and provide adequate solutions according to my experience and product knowledge.-overseeing senior artisans and lead the training program to develop the skillset of new members of the team.-worked closely with Operations, Marketing, Tech and Top Management to help the business grow.(maternity cover) Show less
-
-
Restoration Specialist & Manager (bags and shoes)
-
Jan 2019 - Apr 2022
-manager of a growing team of 14 artisans; responsible for their training, mentoring and development.-restoration and re design of bags, shoes and SLG for VIP clients and premium goods.-R&D: leading innovation to develop new sustainable techniques and solutions ahead of client ́s needs. -executing risk assessments to determine best creative & technical approach for all projects. -production management: planning, organisation and prioritisation in order to meet all deadlines. -excellent eye for colour and knowledge of colour theory, tannery, materials, after care processes and manufacturing.-identifying key trends related to bags and shoes design, material, colour and construction. Show less
-
-
Restoration Artisan (bags and shoes)
-
Feb 2018 - Jan 2019
-restoration, re design and customisation of luxury handbags and shoes to the highest standard whilst respecting the brand ́s DNA, quality and leather / material finishing.-restoration expertise include: colour mixing & matching, hand-painting, lettering, airbrush, exotics, dyeing leather suede and silk, metallics, patent, glittering, flocking, embroidering, saddle stitching.-creating detailed technical files.-initial assessment of items to provide Customer Services team with an accurate quotation.-brands include: Chanel, Hermès, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Céline, Balenciaga, Louboutin, Ferragamo, etc. Show less
-
-
-
Jazmin Chebar
-
Retail Apparel and Fashion
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Leather Goods & RTW Designer
-
Sep 2014 - Aug 2016
-worked alongside the Head of Design following creative briefs and also independently. Delivered full processes from initial research, to design, technical packs and development until final sampling, ensuring high standards and meeting all deadlines. -contributed with trend analysis, moodboard creation, creative and technical inspiration from fashion fairs, street style research and vintage stores. -designer of RTW, Knitwear and Small Leather Goods. -creation of detailed CAD flats and spec files. -development of all Knitwear styles both with national and overseas suppliers. -responsible to the Embroidery design and development for all collections -liaise and consolidated solid relationships with national and international suppliers from India, China, Brazil, Italy, Perú, Bolivia. -attending fittings and sending style corrections to suppliers until approval for production -creating detailed production orders for all the above-mentioned ranges. -analyzed and negotiated the costs/pre-price of each product both with Merchandising and Production teams in order to ensure product variability, commercial viability and price accuracy. * A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF PRODUCTS I HAVE DESIGNED WERE SELECTED FOR CAMPAIGN AND LOOKBOOK PHOTOSHOOTS Show less
-
-
-
CALANDRA
-
Buenos Aires, Argentina
-
Junior Womenswear Designer
-
Oct 2013 - Sep 2014
-created trend moodboards and updated the collection board on a regular basis ensuring that every change / decision was represented. -creation of CAD drawings and detailed spec files for all styles. -pattern designer and responsible to the textile development and other intermediate processes (laser cutting, embroiderings, etc) until approval. Adapted the prints in terms of scales and colour. -created the collection´s catalogue for wholesaling clients. -prepared the production pack of each garment including all the correct technical information for the suppliers. -tracked the production until delivery. Show less
-
-
-
Facultad de Arquitectura, Universidad de Buenos Aires
-
Higher Education
-
300 - 400 Employee
-
Fashion and Accessories Design Course Tutor
-
Mar 2013 - Sep 2013
-auxiliar tutor responsible of 30 students in both subjects I worked: Fashion and Textile Design (1st year) and Accessories Design (3rd year). -advised each of my students about their own design projects and helped them reach their potential, from conceptual stage until hand-in. -auxiliar tutor responsible of 30 students in both subjects I worked: Fashion and Textile Design (1st year) and Accessories Design (3rd year). -advised each of my students about their own design projects and helped them reach their potential, from conceptual stage until hand-in.
-
-
-
MARIELA CALVÉ
-
Buenos Aires, Argentina
-
Accessories Design Assistant
-
Jun 2011 - Oct 2012
-designed and developed the contemporary jewellery line, what needed entrepreneurship skills and increased the sales, reaching new customers. -researched into new materials for the leather-goods collection and jewellery line. -draw all the CAD drawings, prepared the technical pack for development and production orders. -tracked the production and audited factories to meet deadlines. Other: -updated the social network and photographed each product to a professional standard. -participated in the 4 days PARALELA GIFT Fair @ Sao Paulo, Brazil representing the brand and contacting new potential buyers. -worked as a sales consultant in the boutique and looked for new wholesale clients in Argentina and other countries. Prepared product catalogues and cover letters for brand presentations. Show less
-
-
Education
-
2016 - 2018
London College of Fashion
MA Fashion Artefact, Fashion Accessories Design -
2014 - 2014
Domus Academy
Fashion Marketing for Professionals, Fashion Marketing -
2007 - 2012
FADU - University of Buenos Aires
BA Hons Fashion Design with Knitwear, 8/10 -
2004 - 2006
Lycée Français Jean Mermoz
DIPLOMA DOBLE: Baccalauréat Scientifique - Bachillerato Argentino, MENTION BIEN SÉRIE S
Community
