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Alexandros Vasdekis

Women’s Footwear Designer
About

I am an extremely passionate women's footwear designer having designed for brands in Europe and the United States. Over the years, I have crafted numerous collections, blending my design aesthetic seamlessly with the DNA and the creative direction of each brand. My style is a fusion of modern, elegance, timelessness, and with a touch of quirkiness. With a detailed knowledge of footwear structures and pattern making, I bring a comprehensive skill set to the table. Having an educational background in biology, fuels my commitment towards sustainable fashion. My forte lies in creating original designs and shapes that align with both a brand's identity and the market's demands. I relish experimenting with various colourways and materials, marrying innovation with tradition. Moreover, I'm intrigued by emerging footwear technologies and their potential to elevate the comfort and quality of luxury shoes.

Previous Brands
Fashion Graduate Italia
Kat Maconie
Mario Valentino
Mia Becar
Myconista
University of Bristol
Vlassi Holeva
Work Experience
Creative Director and Footwear Designer
Mar ‘23 - Now
Myconista

Myconista is a newly founded Greek luxury women's footwear brand that creates seasonal collections inspired by the world renowned Greek island of Myconos

Head Footwear Designer
Oct ‘22 -
Mia Becar

-Responsible for the creation of all seasonal collections, from concept to production -Creation of moodboard based on creative direction -Trends and colour analysis -Design development, sketches of constructions, shoes, accessories via hand sketching or CAD -Seasonal research of new shapes, colours, materials, accessories at fairs and suppliers -Design of prints, fabrics and patterns -Collection planning (new lasts, soles, heels) -Expert in technical sheets -Materials sourcing -Prototypes and samples development -Market price analysis -Creation of linesheets of upcoming collections for buyers and department stores -Creative marketing input -Involved in the photo-shooting and editing of new collections -Working with specific budget and timelines -Daily communication with factories and suppliers in Italy -Quality control Show less

Footwear Designer
Mar ‘21 - Oct ‘22
Mia Becar

-Working closely with the creative director for the designing and creation of seasonal collections

Women's Footwear Designer
Feb ‘20 - Jul ‘20
Mario Valentino

-Designed the SS21 women’s footwear collection. -Created moodboards, conducted trend and market research, worked with the marketing team, and consulted the brand’s archives. -Visited Lineapelle and suppliers for materials -Gave presentations of design proposals

Women's Footwear Designer
May ‘19 - Jul ‘19
Vlassi Holeva

-Designed the AW 2019 footwear collection -Created the collection's moodboard, and conducted trend/material research and material sourcing -Created spec sheets -Supervised the samples manufacturing and production process, and communicated and collaborated with all technicians *Vlassi Holeva is a Greek bridal and pret a porter fashion designer

Footwear Design Internship
Nov ‘18 - Feb ‘19
Kat Maconie

- Worked on the creation and designing of resort and main SS 2020 collection - Visual and material research, design development, trend research, sketching and making of footwear mock-ups -Assisted at MICAM February 2019, to promote the 2020 AW collection and communicate with buyers

Women's Footwear Designer
Jul ‘18 - Oct ‘18
Fashion Graduate Italia

Selected amongst 2018 students from Arsutoria school, to develop a collection from concept to final product and present it at the Fashion Graduate Italia Fashion Show Product development tasks included: - Designing a small collection of 4 women's shoes based on an assigned theme and technical direction - Pattern Making - Material research, heel designing and manufacturing, factory visits, prototype fitting and adaptation

Lead Student Ambassador
May ‘15 - May ‘16
University of Bristol

- Organised and delivered main activities and services for new students - Managed, delegated and motivated the international office student ambassador group of 50 ambassadors -Cooperated with various professional services

Student Ambassador
Feb ‘14 - Feb ‘15
University of Bristol

A representative of the University of Bristol, both to external visitors and to enrolled international students -Run campus tours for prospective students and other visitors, -Assistance with events and services (both internal and external-facing) -Help new international students through group events and face-to-face guidance during Welcome weeks

Languages
Greek - Native
English - Fluent
Italian - Work Proficiency
French - Basic
Spanish - Basic
Education & Training
ARSUTORIA SCHOOL
‘18 - ‘18
Pattern Making and Prototyping Course
ARSUTORIA SCHOOL
‘17 - ‘17
Footwear Designing Course
London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London
‘16 - ‘16
Footwear Illustration Course
London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London
‘16 - ‘16
Introduction to Footwear Design Course
Plakas Institute of Fine Arts
‘16 - ‘17
Apprenticeship
University of Bristol
‘13 - ‘16
Bachelor's degree
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
‘11 - ‘12
Veterinary Medicine
Italy