REMI COSTEPLANE
BROOKLYN,USA
Summary
Creative Director with over 20 years of experience leading womenswear and multi-category design across global brands and emerging labels.n developing brand identity through product, setting seasonal creative direction, and managing full design lifecycles from concept through marketing execution. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and partnering with merchandising, technical design, and marketing to ensure cohesive storytelling across categories. Strong background in U.S. Retail and wholesale markets, with a strategic and hands-on approach to inclusive fit, process development, and scalable product innovation. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, CLO 3D, and passionate about building thoughtful, lifestyle-driven collections aligned with the customer.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
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Paris
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Spearheaded the creation of a sustainable luxury brand, defining a product strategy rooted in eco-consciousness and high-quality craftsmanship
- Developed a comprehensive business plan, aligning growth targets with the brand's mission
- Directed all creative campaigns (digital, print, experiential) ensuring brand vision consistency
- Launched a seamless e-commerce platform, boosting direct-to-consumer engagement by 80% compared to target within the first year
- Led the sourcing of upcycled luxury fabrics, reducing material waste by 45 %, while maintaining the highest standards of luxury craftsmanship
Vice President Design
Joe Fresh
New York, USA
05.2017 - 10.2023
- Managed the full product lifecycle for women's, men's, and kids' categories, ensuring alignment with brand identity and consumer demand
- Executed strategic merchandising plans, driving $21M revenue growth from $477M in 2017 to $498M in 2023
- Led the integration of 3D and AI-driven design tools, reducing product development time by 35% and optimizing costs
- Restructured a 38-person team, improving workflow efficiency and increasing productivity by 20%
- Strengthened vendor relationships, optimizing supply chain efficiency, reducing lead times by 25%, and ensuring on-time delivery.
Head of Women's
American Apparel
Los Angeles, USA
02.2015 - 04.2017
- Directed creative and merchandising strategies for women's categories, ensuring market-driven product offerings
- Developed and executed omnichannel creative campaigns, boosting brand engagement by 15 % across digital and retail
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced cross-department collaboration and reduced production inefficiencies by 10%
Design Director Women's
Juicy Couture
Los Angeles, USA
01.2010 - 09.2014
- Managed a team of designers for women's woven and denim, driving 18 % category growth through innovative designs and wash techniques
- Standardized fit consistency across categories, developing technical blocks in collaboration with patternmakers
- Led overseas research trips for concept development and manufacturing sourcing
Designer, Women's Outerwear & Leather
Banana Republic
New York, USA
09.2006 - 01.2009
Designer
A.P.C.
Paris, France
12.2002 - 04.2006
Designer
Ligne Artisanale - Martin Margiela
Paris, France
01.2002 - 12.2002
Internship
Christian Dior
Paris, France
01.2001 - 12.2001
Education
BA - FASHION
STUDIO BERCOT
01.2001
Skills
- Brand Strategy & Creative Direction
- Sustainable Product Development & Upcycling
- Trend Forecasting & Storytelling
- Merchandising & Product Strategy
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Adobe Creative Suite
- CLO 3D
- AI Tools
- E-commerce Strategy & Digital Marketing
- Strategic Vendor Partnerships
- Licensing Management
Languages
French, Native, English, Fluent
WEBSITE / PORTFOLIO
www.brandcrafting.net
Timeline
Creative Director
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11.2023 - 05.2025
Vice President Design
Joe Fresh
05.2017 - 10.2023
Head of Women's
American Apparel
02.2015 - 04.2017
Design Director Women's
Juicy Couture
01.2010 - 09.2014
Designer, Women's Outerwear & Leather
Banana Republic
09.2006 - 01.2009
Designer
A.P.C.
12.2002 - 04.2006
Designer
Ligne Artisanale - Martin Margiela
01.2002 - 12.2002
Internship
Christian Dior
01.2001 - 12.2001
BA - FASHION
STUDIO BERCOT
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