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Sinem Aktaş

Sinem Aktaş

Fashion Designer Specialized In Women's Apparel
Istanbul

Summary

Dynamic fashion designer with extensive experience at Ipekyol, specializing in women's apparel for diverse markets. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and trend forecasting, I excel in creating culturally relevant collections that resonate with consumers. Known for my collaborative spirit and attention to detail, I consistently deliver commercially successful designs that align with brand vision.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Executive Designer

Ipekyol ( Miss Ipekyol )
01.2024 - Current

Creative and detail-oriented fashion designer specializing in women's apparel, including collections tailored for Middle Eastern markets. Responsible for developing seasonal collections from concept to final product, with strong focus on fabric selection, trend forecasting, and culturally relevant design. Experienced in creating mood boards, technical sketches, and collaborating with production teams to ensure quality and brand consistency.

Senior Designer

ATT Clothing ( Turkmen Group )
02.2016 - 12.2023

Senior-level fashion designer specializing in women's woven and knitwear collections for leading international brands including Zara, Massimo Dutti, Abercrombie, Hollister, Marks & Spencer, Next, Phase Eight, C&A, and Anthropologie. Responsible for end-to-end design development across multiple product categories, from initial concept and trend research to final sample approval. Skilled in creating commercially successful collections that align with brand DNA and regional market demands, including Europe, the UK, and the Middle East.

Juniour Designer

Bessini
02.2014 - 12.2015

Womenswear Design Assistant

Gizia
02.2013 - 02.2014

Education

MBA - Apparel Retail And Fashion Management

Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Bachelor - Fashion Design And Managment

Istanbul Moda Academy
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Marmara University
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Maçka Akif Tuncel Technical High School
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Events & Works

2013 - Innovation Week ( ITKIB )

2013 - Koza Young Designers - Mixed Fashion Show

2012 - Istanbul Design Biennial

2012 - Swarovski Workshop

2012 - Leather Fair

2011 - Istanbul Design Week

2010 - Marmara University International Student Triennial

2003-2007 - Creative Children Association

Awards

2013 - Koza Young Designer - ( First 10 )

2011 - Mey Bottle Case Desing - ( 1st Place )

2011 - Mey Net Bag Design - ( Special Award )


Timeline

Executive Designer

Ipekyol ( Miss Ipekyol )
01.2024 - Current

Senior Designer

ATT Clothing ( Turkmen Group )
02.2016 - 12.2023

Juniour Designer

Bessini
02.2014 - 12.2015

Womenswear Design Assistant

Gizia
02.2013 - 02.2014

MBA - Apparel Retail And Fashion Management

Istanbul Technical University
04.2001 -

Bachelor - Fashion Design And Managment

Istanbul Moda Academy
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Marmara University
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Maçka Akif Tuncel Technical High School
04.2001 -
Sinem AktaşFashion Designer Specialized In Women's Apparel