Lara Maren Klestov

Highly creative and technically skilled Designer with experience in Handbags, Small Leather Goods, Gifting Items, Belts, Keyfobs, and Travel and Technology Items for global markets. Consistently delivers top grossing collections and highest sales volume driving styles within the category.

Experienced Handbag and Accessoires Designer

Design accessories according to market trends and different price points to achieve high margins. 

Develop accessories from initial trend research to approving final samples for production.

Experienced in communicating with factories and overseas travel.

• handbags
• small leather goods and wallets
• travel pieces and luggage
• bag charms, belts, and pet accessories
• gift with purchase 
• women's and men's accessories 

Team player, reliable and more than 12 years experience in design and product development.

Parsons the New School for Design, New York - Associate of Applied Science, Fashion Studies

Fashion Institute of Technology, New York - Summer Coursework

School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago - Bachelor in Fine Arts, Fashion Design

Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, London - Fashion Coursework