Hey, I'm Lioba! I've a passion for knit and patchwork
I offer to fashion brands my stylistic and technical expertise, from concept to production launch. Passionate about my job and strong from all my experiences and encounters that have shaped my work for 17 years, I have become an expert in my field, a great force of proposal and adaptability. You can follow me on Instagram or by email and see my latest work or annoucements on other projects.
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Discover shâl, artisanal patchwork knitwear brand.
One of a kind graphic pieces assembled by hand, inspired by modern design combining creativity and artisanal know-how, for a unique style.
Over the past 17 years, I've had the privilege of working with exceptionally demanding clients between Paris and the French Alps.
Knit Design Services
Development of a seasonal pdf trend book specific to knitwear, jersey, swim or loungewear (benchmark, yarns/materials, colors, focus on stitches/details, key shapes & silhouettes), which can include branding & shooting DA.
After immersion in the archives and the DNA of your brand, I offer exclusive drawings and declinaisons, always suggesting a yarn/fabric, a stitch or detail. Then iprovide techpacks on illustrator including a flat sketch, technical explanations and a measurements chart according to your bases or mine. I can also work on capsule projects with a unisex, family, timeless, cashmere, Christmas, recycled focus; and news-actuas in mid-season impulse.
I support the development of knitwear, jersey, swimwear or loungewear collections: recommendation of materials, suppliers, factories, taking into account your manufacturing constraints, deadlines and target price. I also work on repositioning, upgrading product categories, balancing the offer and building new ranges. I can also take care of the follow-up with the factories remotely or directly on site.
Organization of knitwear workshops applied to designers or product/purchasing/marketing business units, with fun introduction to machine knitting in collaboration with a teacher from the Ecole de la Maille in Paris.
Design Laboratory Services
I specialize in shaped knit products '3D-whole garment' & seamless. This implies a totally different and exciting know-how! And I am constantly on the lookout for the latest initiatives: independant French wool farmers, LINportant to relocate the linen sector in France, industrialization of vegetable dyes...
I make every effort to work with certified materials: Gots, Oeko-tex, BCI, Master of linen .... or recycled, organic or vegetable-dyed qualities, in collaboration with very qualitative manufacturing plants that put everything implemented to respond to these issues of transparency, animal welfare and aiming for the minimum environmental impact.
With a network built in France and abroad, I connect with talented players in the fashion world (print, da-graphics, model making, CSR and purchasing), historical manufacturing plants , reliable and innovative spinners/suppliers and small French fiber breeders. And I myself am open to any contact in this direction!
Portfolio
Since 17 years, I have been designing and developing knitwear and jersey collections for premium ready-to-wear brands in Paris.
Lioba is a talented mix of creative force and technical expertise, with a strong focus on sourcing and sustainability. Lioba adapts effortlessly to different brand identities and brings passion and enthusiasm to her work.
Adeline Cathelin
Today, I highlight her taste for high-end yarns, her curiosity for technical advances in her field, as well as a real color sensitivity. I highly recommend Lioba's services.
Orely Forestier
Today, I highlight her taste for high-end yarns, her curiosity for technical advances in her field, as well as a real color sensitivity. I highly recommend Lioba's services.
Anouk Robyn
Lioba is an outstanding partner to advance in eco-responsible fashion. Her expertise in knitwear, sourcing & her sense of sharing have been real assets for the brand & the teams.
Catherine Laborde
I highly recommend Lioba Jego who has been working for 6 years in my studio.A valued collaborator with efficient hard and soft skills.
Virginie Jacqmin
It all starts with a call or an appointment
My work is done remotely with weekly physical points or in partial presence at your office and my fees are fixed per collection, per model or per day, depending on your project.