Aleyna Badat
London
Summary
Jewellery designer with expertise in narrative-led design for fashion and fine jewellery. Experienced in creating collections that merge artistic vision with commercial success. In-depth knowledge of craftsmanship heritage and modern luxury. Recent graduate of the Gemological Institute of America, currently focused on independent design projects.
Overview
4
4
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer: Fashion Jewellery, Fancy Accessories
LOUIS VUITTON
Paris
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Designed over 100 released products in Global Retail Collections of Women’s Fashion Jewellery and Accessories.
- Research, narrative development and design from both personal inspiration and structured briefs using Adobe Photoshop, Rhinoceros 3D, hand drawing, 3D printing, and prototyping.
- Following product development with internal teams and external suppliers in Italy, working across production, marketing and merchandising departments.
- Delivered both artistic icons and volume-driving SKUs aligned with the brand’s DNA.
- Contributed to high-performing lines, including pieces now part of permanent global collections. Some to be in stores for the next 10-20 years. Achieved immense success in the US, China and Japan.
Assistant Designer
LOUIS VUITTON
Paris
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Supported the design and development of Women’s Fashion Jewellery, Hats, and Belts across seasonal collections.
- Worked closely with the Head Designer on concept development, prototyping, and refinement.
Designer: Fashion Jewellery, Fancy Accessories
COMPLETEDWORKS
London
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Designed across fine and fashion jewellery, including bridal and bespoke pieces.
- Developed a collection of zodiac-inspired balloon pendants, from concept through to 3D modelling in Rhino and prototyping. Achieved commercial success in the UK, Tokyo and New York.
- Managed sourcing and communication with international manufacturers.
Design Intern: High Jewellery
ALIEL
Dubai
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Immersive training in high jewellery manufacturing. Shadowed senior craftsmen, gaining hands-on knowledge in advanced techniques, including microscopic and experimental stone-setting.
- Gained gemological knowledge, and learned 3D modelling on Matrix. Developed a strong understanding of high jewellery processes.
Education
Graduate Coloured Stones Diploma -
Gemological Institute of America
London, UK01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Jewellery Design (Honours)
Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London
London, UK01-2022
Diploma in Professional Studies -
Central Saint Martins
London, UK01-2021
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design - Merit
Central Saint Martins
London, UK01-2018
Skills
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Matrix 3D
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Indesign
- Adobe Illustrator
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
French
Upper Intermediate
B2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Awards
- UK National Association of Jewellers, Bright Young Gems Award 2022, National Award for my final collection at Central Saint Martins, 'Women: Unlaced'.
- Cartier Portfolio Awards, 2020, 2nd Prize awarded by The Duke of Wellington, Nathalie Verdeille and Laurent Feniou.
- Dior x Swarovski 'Designer of Dreams' competition, 2019.
- CSM project selected to exhibit at Munich Jewellery Week.
- Collaboration with Womenswear project led by Balenciaga, 2020, At Central Saint Martins.
- Kensett Medal distinction in English Literature and Language, 2017.
Timeline
Designer: Fashion Jewellery, Fancy Accessories
LOUIS VUITTON
01.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Designer
LOUIS VUITTON
04.2021 - 09.2021
Designer: Fashion Jewellery, Fancy Accessories
COMPLETEDWORKS
10.2020 - 03.2021
Design Intern: High Jewellery
ALIEL
07.2019 - 08.2019
Graduate Coloured Stones Diploma -
Gemological Institute of America
Bachelor of Arts - Jewellery Design (Honours)
Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London
Diploma in Professional Studies -
Central Saint Martins
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design - Merit
Central Saint Martins