Yuka Futaba

・Worked directly with senior and knitwear designers, contributing to a fast-paced environment.

・Daily tasks included creating CADs, coloring sketches, preparing presentations, and participating in fittings.

・Instrumental in new swatch development and techniques.

・Provided valuable assistance during the lead-up to Paris Fashion Week, contributing to fittings, styling, and show preparation.

・Studied knitwear construction and design in-depth, gaining professional expertise as a freelance linker.

・Entrusted with a production of intricate knitwear featuring complex patterns and structures, demonstrating a high level of skill and attention to detail in executing challenging design concepts.

・Engaged in a production of knitwear for diverse brands, actively contributing to the design and creation process.

・Experienced in designing for a special limited-edition collection for Khan Brice Nguyen

・Collaborated directly with the head studio designer of knitwear to create handmade products for Ashley Williams. Also, contributed to a special collaborative collection with Rimowa.

MA graduate collection, 2021 (L'Oreal Creative Award Winner)

・Contributed to the development of new textiles using waste yarn.

・Assisted in the production of garments through swatch development, with a specialisation in crochet clothing.

・Managed studio organization and demonstrated effective time management skills to meet short timelines.

・Contributed as a stylist assistant for a collaborative shoot with i-D Magazine.

・Assisted in coordinating wardrobe selections, managing on-set logistics.