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Dea Arifa Ardyanda

Fashion designer, illustrator & graphic designer
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About

A highly creative leader and “think outside the box” designer possessing a unique and sought-after combination of creative and technical skills and knowledge of European and Asian cultures. Recognizes good fashion and quality craftsmanship, employing these skills in clothing and product conceptualization and development, design planning, material selection, market research, and production. Continually works on personal growth and self-development, presents a friendly and non-domineering style, and liaises cross-departmentally to assess progress and drive success. Mentors junior staff, values diversity, utilizes a systematic approach to design, and provides and appreciates a stimulating and participatory environment. Additional competencies include: Artistic Fashion Design • Art & Creative Direction • Product Branding • Trend Forecasting • Product Testing Sample Approval • Efficiency & Effectiveness • Collection Creation • Technical Drawing • Product Development Photo & Video Production • Strategic Planning/Execution • Liaison Between Creative Director/Junior Designers

Previous Brands
PT. Kojo Kreasi Bersama (Kojo)
PT. Efrata Retailindo (bateeq)
(X)SML
Anthony Vaccarello
Harper's Bazaar Indonesia
Surface to Air Consulting
Alexander Wang Inc.
Detlef BVBA / Raf Simons
DAMIR DOMA
Work Experience
Production Manager & Fashion Designer
Dec ‘18 -
PT. Kojo Kreasi Bersama (Kojo)

- Develop ideas into a final product by CAD and collaborating with the sample manufacturers - Sourced print and embroidery suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors - Reduced early material costs through careful sourcing and negotiation - Managed production from concept to store delivery.

Fashion Designer
Nov ‘18 -
Self employed

Head Designer
May ‘16 - Nov ‘18
PT. Efrata Retailindo (bateeq)

- Led and mentored an 11-member team of clothing and textile designers - Guided the team through research, trend identification, design conceptualization, and production of six collections. - Collaborated with the merchandiser to reduce publicity expenses by 20%. -Provide artistic direction for promotional campaigns, runways, and other collection activation requirements.

Menswear Designer
Apr ‘15 - Mar ‘16
(X)SML

- Created over 300 illustrations and technical drawings (CAD) during the tenure - Developed collections for different store drops and runway showcases - Collaborated with purchasing teams, treatment providers, photographers, and stylists in creating a holistic vision for the menswear division.

Junior Designer
May ‘14 - Jul ‘14
Anthony Vaccarello

I continue my early career as an intern at Anthony Vaccarello, gaining hands-on experience in bringing concepts into a fashion product. Under the guidance of the creative director and senior designer, I designed, created samples, and engineered artwork for textile printing, which was expected to generate revenue during the spring and summer collection premiere.

Fashion Stylist Assistant
Mar ‘14 - Mar ‘14
Harper's Bazaar Indonesia

Assisting fashion spread photo shoots for Hermes and Tex Saverio

Junior Menswear Designer
Aug ‘13 - Dec ‘13
Surface to Air Consulting

I began my career as a junior menswear design intern at Surface to Air. Under the guidance of the senior designers and the creative director, I designed a range of men's garments and accessories dedicated to the high-street fashion market. Apart from that, I also assisted in textile prints and graphic engineering.

Showroom Assistant
Mar ‘13 - Mar ‘13
Alexander Wang Inc.

Assisting the showroom for Womenswear Spring Summer 2013 Ready-to-wear, T by Alexander Wang and Accessories collections

Show Assistant
Jan ‘13 - Jan ‘13
Detlef BVBA / Raf Simons

Paris Men Fashion Week; Fall Winter 2013 ready to wear collections

Show Assistant
Jan ‘13 - Jan ‘13
DAMIR DOMA

Paris Men Fashion Week; Fall Winter 2013 ready to wear collections

Languages
English - Fluent
French - Fluent
Indonesian - Native
Italian - Work Proficiency
Russian - Basic
Javanese - Native
Education & Training
Polimoda
‘19 - ‘21
MA
Creative Direction
Istituto Marangoni Paris
‘09 - ‘13
BA
Fashion Design
Firenze, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy