Nathan Scalzo
French fashion designer based in Paris with two years’ experience in a renowned haute couture house. Currently working alongside the creative director, contributing to the curation and development of biannual collections, as well as the launch of new ready-to-wear lines (RTW Bridal and RTW Evening). Passionate about the creative process, I approach fashion with a strong appreciation for craftsmanship, storytelling, and artistic expression, drawing inspiration from art, literature, and traditional métiers d’art. Meticulous, dynamic, and collaborative, I thrive in environments where creativity and precision converge, and I perform well under pressure while remaining an attentive team player. I am seeking new opportunities that will allow me to grow, contribute meaningfully, and further explore the dialogue between fashion and culture.
Inspiration & iconographic research, moodboards, design, hand and computer illustrations (haute-couture collections, accessories and shoes), technical drawings, prototype creation, ateliers coordination (internal & external), fabrics propositions and orders, embroidery orders and technical placement for suppliers, VIP and clients appointments, fittings, photoshoots, styling, fashion shows.
Assisted the creative director in the development of biannual collections, contributing to thematic research, collection curation, and the preparation of technical documents (sketches, accessories, jewelry, Illustrator/Photoshop drawings, and life-size mock-ups). Actively involved in celebrity and model fittings during fashion week, showroom visual merchandising, and RTW research. Supported fabric purchasing and sourcing while managing stock and materials to ensure smooth collection development.
Provided a welcoming and professional customer experience. Advised clients, showcased products, managed transactions and stock, and contributed to sales targets through strong customer service. Collaborated effectively within the team to ensure smooth store operations and an engaging shopping environment.
Winner – Global Shoe Design Competition, Jimmy Choo (Spring 2021) Selected from over 10,000 entries, with my winning design produced and sold as part of a capsule collection. Oversaw production follow-up with manufacturers in close collaboration with Artistic Director Sandra Choi.
I have been working with Nathan for 2,5 years. Nathan is a true asset to our studio. His creativity and his ability to quickly translate ideas into sketches are real strengths for our haute couture collections. After collaborating on around four Haute Couture collections together, I had the opportunity to work with him on the footwear's development. He met all the requirements I requested for suppliers and constraints, while maintaining a refined design that always reflects the image of Stéphane Rolland. It has been one of the best collaborations I have experienced during my years within this fashion house. M.Maudet
I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Nathan for nearly two years in a small, tightly-knit team. Through our daily collaboration, I can wholeheartedly recommend him. Nathan is a positive, attentive, and highly responsive colleague—someone you can always rely on to handle any task, whether simple or complex, with precision and excellence.