Andrea Mondin
Milan
Summary
With 15+ years of experience in luxury and contemporary footwear, I am an innovative and experienced Accessories Designer. Proficient in trend research, design, and team leadership, my expertise is demonstrated through successful collaborations with prestigious brands like Versace and Dolce & Gabbana. Notable achievements include leading teams and creating award-winning collections. Passionate about blending functionality with aesthetic appeal, I am ready to contribute my unique insight and expertise to elevate brand identity and product offerings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant for women's shoes
AERA NEW YORK
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Conceptualized a new brand identity, emphasizing the brand's unique attributes
- Collaborated directly with Italian factories and suppliers to ensure high-quality production
- Conducted thorough trend research and designed lasts, heels, hardware, etc
- Managed the complete process from initial sketching to final sample revisions
- Executed production quality control to maintain high standards
Consultant for Women's Shoes (Designer, Product Manager)
LA FAYETTE 148
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Teamed with Italian factories and collaborated with the Art Direction team
- Executed comprehensive trend research and designed lasts, heels, hardware, etc
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to expand production capabilities
- Oversaw the entire design process from sketches to final sample editing
Creative Director, Founder and Owner
ANDREA MONDIN S.r.L.
01.2016 - 05.2020
- Founded a women's luxury shoe firm known for its distinctive style
- Championed exclusive collaborations with brands like Nobilis Paris, Métaphores Paris, Pierre Frey, and Colefax and Fowler
Head of Design for VERSUS VERSACE and VERSACE JEANS COUTURE
VERSACE S.p.A.
05.2008 - 01.2020
- Directed the design and development of women's and men's footwear, bags, belts, and small leather goods for main collections and shows
- Led and managed the design team, fostering creativity and collaboration
- Engaged in direct collaboration with Donatella Versace, stylists, apparel teams, and merchandising
- Conducted comprehensive trend analysis, product research, and material sourcing, including vintage and sample evaluations
- Developed and maintained mood boards, inputs, and color palettes to guide design direction
- Created detailed technical drawings for suppliers encompassing lasts, heels, and hardware specifications
- Supervised fitting sessions and sample evaluations to ensure product excellence
- Collaborated closely with Anthony Vaccarello for Versus Versace and Christopher Kane for Versus Versace on main collections and shows
- Designed women's footwear for the VERSACE main collection
Junior Women Shoe Designer for D&G
DOLCE & GABBANA S.p.A.
01.2006 - 04.2008
- Designed women's shoes and belts for Pre-collection, Main, and Show presentations
- Focal point for women's belts design and development
- Collaborated closely with the Art Direction team to ensure alignment on design vision
- Conducted material research including vintage samples and trend analysis
- Designed lasts, heels, and hardware components
- Worked directly with the company's production center in Incisa Val D'Arno (Firenze)
- Managed the sampling, development, and fitting processes to ensure design integrity
Consultant for the license
ZANELLATO GROUP, MERCEDES BENZ
09.2005 - 12.2005
- Designed women's and men's bags focused on luxury elements
- Conducted materials and trends research to inform design choices
Internship as Womenswear Designer
ROBERTO CAVALLI S.p.A.
06.2000 - 06.2001
- Assisted in the creation of the main collection and show presentations
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Fashion Design
Istituto Europeo Di Design
Milan, Italy07-2005
High School Diploma -
I.A.L.
Pordenone, Italy12-2000
High School Diploma -
Liceo Artistico Statale
Treviso07-1999
Skills
- Fashion trends
- Corporate design
- Sampling
- Creative and artistic
- Sketching
- Art direction
- Illustration
- Design implementation
- Research and trend analysis
- Brand building
- Responsive design approaches
- Progress monitoring
- Team building
- Leadership
- Attention to detail
- Adobe photoshop
- Adobe illustrator
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft office and outlook proficiency
- Competitor tracking
Languages
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Additional Information
2017 “Who is on Next?” , Italian talent competition promoted by VOGUE ITALIA and ALTA ROMA , winner for the Accessories category.
Timeline
Consultant for women's shoes
AERA NEW YORK
11.2022 - 04.2024
Consultant for Women's Shoes (Designer, Product Manager)
LA FAYETTE 148
06.2021 - 03.2023
Creative Director, Founder and Owner
ANDREA MONDIN S.r.L.
01.2016 - 05.2020
Head of Design for VERSUS VERSACE and VERSACE JEANS COUTURE
VERSACE S.p.A.
05.2008 - 01.2020
Junior Women Shoe Designer for D&G
DOLCE & GABBANA S.p.A.
01.2006 - 04.2008
Consultant for the license
ZANELLATO GROUP, MERCEDES BENZ
09.2005 - 12.2005
Internship as Womenswear Designer
ROBERTO CAVALLI S.p.A.
06.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelor's Degree - Fashion Design
Istituto Europeo Di Design
High School Diploma -
I.A.L.
High School Diploma -
Liceo Artistico Statale
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