Luxury goods Design / Mexico City FW2018
Mentors: Creative Directors Alejandra Laviada (Plastic Artist) and Laura Laviada (Ex editor in chief of Harper's Bazaar Mx)
Pantera is a luxury and high end brand that is specialized in handcrafted leather accesories. The brand has 3 divisions, women, men , entertainment luxury goods and home décor.
As a proud Mexican brand their design language and heritage is always inspired by national Artists and Architects which is reflected in a very subtle and elegant way in every product.
Pantera's Craftsmen used to work for Luxury brands who in the 1970's decided to produce in Mexico City such as Cartier, Gucci and Dior, later on the Laviada sisters hired them to create their own brand and atelier.
*All photos and designs property of PANTERA
Luxury goods Design / Mexico City FW2018
Mentors: Creative Directors Alejandra Laviada (Plastic Artist) and Laura Laviada (Ex editor in chief of Harper's Bazaar Mx)
Pantera is a luxury and high end brand that is specialized in handcrafted leather accesories. The brand has 3 divisions, women, men , entertainment luxury goods and home décor.
As a proud Mexican brand their design language and heritage is always inspired by national Artists and Architects which is reflected in a very subtle and elegant way in every product.
Pantera's Craftsmen used to work for Luxury brands who in the 1970's decided to produce in Mexico City such as Cartier, Gucci and Dior, later on the Laviada sisters hired them to create their own brand and atelier.
*All photos and designs property of PANTERA
PANTERA
Luxury goods Design / Mexico City FW2018
Mentors: Creative Directors Alejandra Laviada and Laura Laviada (Ex editor in chief of Harper's Bazaar MX)
Pantera is a luxury brand renowned for its handcrafted leather accessories, with divisions for women, men, and entertainment luxury goods
& home décor. Drawing inspiration from Mexican cultural heritage and national artists, Pantera fuses tradition with modernity in each product,
creating items that are both artistic and functional. The brand’s craftsmen, many of whom have experience with prestigious labels like Cartier
and Dior, continue a legacy of exceptional craftsmanship established in Mexico City in the 1970s by the Laviada sisters.
In my role at Pantera, I led the design and development of women's handbag collections, from concept creation to technical packs, ensuring each
design reflected the brand's heritage while meeting market needs. I supervised the sample development process, focusing on quality control
and attention to detail, and played a key role in producing bags that embodied the brand’s vision of luxury, craftsmanship, and functionality.
*All photos and designs property of PANTERA
Women's Handbags & Home Collections / SS
CORE FUNCTIONS
Handbag Design & Development for Women’s Collections – Led the design and development of a wide range of women’s accessories,
including clutches, crossbody bags, jumbo bags, and card holders, ensuring each piece combined functionality with elegance and unique design aesthetics.
Exotic Leather Selection & Utilization – Spearheaded the sourcing and selection of high-end, exotic leathers such as python and crocodile, ensuring that each bag reflected both the luxury and exclusivity of the materials used, while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship.
Tech Pack Creation & Documentation – Developed detailed technical packs for each product, specifying all materials, construction methods, and finishing techniques, providing manufacturers with clear instructions to ensure accuracy and quality in every sample and final product.
Sample Development & Supervision – Managed the end-to-end sample development process for handbags, from initial prototypes to final production samples. Supervised the sample team to ensure design integrity, material consistency, and the highest craftsmanship standards.
Factory Collaboration & Production Oversight – Worked closely with manufacturing partners to ensure flawless execution of designs, from sample to production, ensuring timelines were met, and the final product reflected the brand’s commitment to quality.
Quality Control & Approval – Ensured that all bags and accessories met strict quality control standards before being approved for production. This included reviewing craftsmanship, design execution, and material integrity to guarantee the final product exceeded expectations.
