Chris Haroun is a uniquely experienced Accessories and Footwear Designer and Director with a global focus, having designed product for the U.S., European and Australian markets. He has worked with notable brands including Coach, Amazon, Country Road Australia, Vera Wang, Elie Tahari, John Varvatos, Jeremy Scott, the Gap and American Eagle Outfitters, among others. HE HAS ALSO DESIGNED UNIQUE PRODUCT FOR STARTUPS AND DIGITALLY FOCUSED BRANDS.

Chris has over 15 years’ experience in global manufacturing, having worked closely with factories and suppliers in Italy, Spain, Portugal, India and China, where he has a reputation for achieving quality THROUGH clear communication. Chris also has a keen interest in responsible manufacturing, sustainable design, and ‘talking to the customer’ from design through to production.

Not only a dynamic leader, Chris is also a natural team player. He is adept at liaising with management across multiple departments including Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising and Production to deliver product that is on-brand and compelling. He is also skilled at nurturing and retaining top talent, and inspiring creativity amongst his designers.

Recently, Chris has become more digitally focused, having put down his pen and paper in favor of an iPad Pro, which has inspired his illustrative Instagram.