Matteo Chaux
+1(201)-815-6490 Matteochaux12@gmail.com
Womenswear fashion designer with strong draping and pattern-making skills. Passionate about refining my skills in dressmaking and garment construction. Always curious to learn more.
EDUCATION
THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion Design May 2024
POLITECNICO DI MILANO
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion Design May 2022- Dec 2022
EXPERIENCE
HOUSE OF GILLES, New York
Haute Couture Atelier Manager July 2024 - PRESENT
· Managed inventory, expenses, and material sourcing for studio
· Assisted the Creative Director in fittings, design reviews, and client meetings
· Oversaw and executed embroidery across multiple styles
· Supported pattern-maker with pattern making, fabric cutting, cutter’s musts
GUILD OF HANDS, New York
Atelier Assistant Intern January - April 2024
· Assisted in developing and executing embroidery and embellishments
· Assisted in studio management and sourcing materials
TORY BURCH, New York
Freelance Ready To Wear Design assistant January – February, 2023
· Assisted in draping, pattern making and sample making for design development
· Hand-dyed fabrics to achieve custom colors for runway garments
Ready To Wear Design Intern January - August 2022
· Sample making and fabric cutting for in house samples
· Took notes during fittings and meetings, contributing to collection development
SKILLS
· Sewing machine operation, garment construction, and embroidery design
· Pattern making, draping, fabric manipulation, and CLO3D
· Adobe photosop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite
LANGUAGE
· English (Bilingual)
· Spanish (Bilingual)