01 · The studio
We are a consultancy specialized in apparel and textile design. We design products and collections that express each brand's identity, combining creative direction, technical precision and strategic vision.
From a single project to the full development of a collection, we join in whichever stage your brand needs.
02 · Why The Dept.
Why should you contact us?
We are a team of experienced apparel designers, working together for your brand.
We take care of everything an in-house designer would, but with more hands, more specialties and no new permanent position on your payroll. You focus on your brand; we make sure the product arrives on time and as planned.
In-house designerOne person who has to solve everything.
The Dept.Several designers working together, each strong in their own specialty.
In-house designerSearching, interviewing and months until they know your brand.
The Dept.We start as soon as the scope is defined, with a proven process.
In-house designerTrends, garments, prints, tech packs and suppliers all in one head.
The Dept.Each part of the process in the hands of whoever does it best.
In-house designerA fixed cost all year, whether or not a collection is underway.
The Dept.We join when you need us: a project, a capsule or all year round.
In-house designerIf they go on vacation, take leave or quit, the work stops.
The Dept.The team keeps moving even if someone is away.
In-house designerDepends on their own research and whatever time they have left.
The Dept.Research trips and WGSN access for every season.
A complete design team, without having to build one.
Let's talk about your brand03 · Services
A project, a collection
or a team.
Three ways of working together. Pick your brand's stage and we will show you where to start.
Where is your brand right now?
Tap an option to see which service suits you.
A la carte
May include
Trend trips
We travel abroad
to find what is next.
We visit stores and study collections abroad to bring back the season's trends and turn them into product for your brand. You do not have to travel: we do, and we come back with everything ready to design.
- Before the trip
We define what we are looking for and for whom.
- During the trip
We visit stores, analyze collections and see how trends become product.
- On our return
We deliver a visual report with colors, silhouettes, textiles, prints and details.
Global Edit
| Two types of trip | Global Edit | Your Edit |
|---|---|---|
| What we look for | The trends that define the season | The trends that suit your brand best |
| Before the trip | We plan an open route of stores and collections | We analyze your identity, audience, categories and goals |
| During the trip | We capture the most relevant looks of the season | We look for references and opportunities designed for your brand |
| On our return | Visual report organized by trend themes | Exclusive report with concepts, palettes and recommendations |
| Ideal for | Teams that want to make their own interpretation | Brands looking for a clear direction for their next collection |
04 · How we work
From idea to product,
in five steps.
- 01
We get to know your brand
We understand its identity, audience, product and needs.
- 02
We define the scope
We agree on goals, deliverables, timelines and budget.
- 03
We develop the proposal
We work on the approved creative and technical direction.
- 04
We review together
We present progress and make the agreed adjustments.
- 05
We deliver and follow up
We organize the final files and provide continuity according to the contracted service.
The team
Three designers,
one team.
Lucia Beltrame
Textile and apparel designer
Martina Torres
Textile and apparel designer
Luisina Graciosi
Textile and apparel designer
05 · Let's start
Tell us what your brand needs.
Build your inquiry here: choose the service and what you need, and you get a message ready to send us. With that we define scope, deliverables, timelines and budget.
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- Office
- Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina
We work with brands worldwide