Da SilvaStudios
Freelance product development and production for footwear, apparel and accessories.
Expertise
Technical product development Footwear, RTW, accessories
From first design through to a product that can be produced, for footwear, ready-to-wear and accessories.
Production management Start-ups and established brands
Managing production through the complexities of fashion manufacturing, for young labels and established brands alike.
Operations and workflow Design, buying, production
Optimizing the workflow between design, buying, production and operations so teams work faster and with fewer surprises.
Team leadership Design, production, development
Leading design, production and development teams towards a shared result.
Sustainability and CSR Responsible solutions
Building efficient and responsible solutions, with sustainability, innovation and corporate social responsibility as starting points.
About me
Experienced freelance professional with 15+ years in the footwear, apparel and fashion industry.
What I do
I specialize in leading design, production, and development teams while optimizing workflows between design, buying, production, and operations.
Where I work
My expertise spans technical product development, production management, and operations for footwear, ready-to-wear, and accessories, working with both start-ups and established brands.
What drives me
Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and corporate social responsibility, I strive to create efficient and responsible solutions while navigating the complexities of fashion production.