Anna Melegh
Footwear Designer
Anna Melegh
Footwear Designer
Based in
London, United Kingdom
Seniority
1 - 3 years experience
Nationality
Hungary
Resume
About

With over 10 years of footwear and accessories design-focused education, I have a deep understanding of design principles and expertise in footwear. I have held various positions, including CAD designer, Footwear Design Assistant, Cobbler, and Care & Repair Coordinator. I have extensive knowledge and

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experience in footwear creation, from concept to final product and repairs.

My educational journey, crowned by a Master of Arts in Footwear from the University of the Arts London, has equipped me with a profound understanding of design principles and expertise in leatherwork, as recognized by multiple prestigious awards during my studies.

I am adaptable to new challenges and constantly seek opportunities for growth and development.
Now, I am looking for an exciting new opportunity to excel in!

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Recipient
Kozma Lajos Applied Art Scholarship
2024
Budapest, Hungary

I was selected as one of the 6 fashion designers of this scholarship in 2024, which allowed me to create a new footwear collection.

Care & Repair Coordinator
Christian Louboutin Jan. 1, 2023 - Oct. 1, 2024
London, United Kingdom

Streamlined the customer repair process, enhancing
efficiency and consistency in service delivery, by adeptly
managing repair coordination with outsourcing partners and
factories.
Conducted thorough product inspections and provided
expert repair recommendations, achieving a high level of
customer sat

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isfaction through detailed and personalized
advice.
Served as the principal liaison for Repair & Quality queries,
fostering strong relationships with both internal and external
partners, and ensuring seamless communication and
problem resolution.

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Recipient
British Footwear Development Trust Development Grant
2023
London, United Kingdom

Grant for further developing footwear developing skills.

Cobbler
Christian Louboutin Aug. 1, 2022 - Dec. 31, 2022
London, United Kingdom

Achieved all repair targets by executing comprehensive
footwear repairs, showcasing technical proficiency and
meticulous attention to detail.
Ensured seamless After Care team operations by providing
essential technical and stock support, and maintaining high
service standards.
Enhanced repair techniq

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ues and processes through
extensive footwear knowledge and a proactive learning
approach, exceeding quality standards.

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Winner
Real Leather. Stay Different International Student Design Competition
2022
London, United Kingdom

International Footwear, UK Footwear and UK Overall Winner 2022

Footwear Design Assistant
Harriet Wilde Feb. 1, 2022 - Jul. 1, 2022
London, United Kingdom

Researched current bridal shoe trends and developed new
design ideas.
Ensured all custom decorations on shoes were executed to
the highest standard.

MA Footwear
University of the Arts London Sep. 1, 2020 - Feb. 1, 2022
London , United Kingdom

Strong and coherent collection underpinned by an
innovative conceptual approach and research.

Shortlisted
FASHIONCLASH FESTIVAL Fashion Film
2022
Maastricht, Netherlands

My animation was selected into the top 5 within the Fashion Film & Video Award category at the FASHIONCLASH FESTIVAL. This was the first animation I ever made.

BA Footwear and Accessories
The University of Northampton Sep. 1, 2017 - Jul. 1, 2020
Northampton, United Kingdom

Professional level in prototyping, theory and practical-based
knowledge of raw material and leather types, different
finishing techniques.

Leather goods design, development and making
Secondary School of Fine and Applied Arts Sep. 1, 2012 - Jul. 1, 2017
Budapest, Hungary

Classify finished leather according to its type, finishing and
use. Knowledge of machines, equipment, technical devices,
and tools used in the field of leather goods making.

Industry sectors

Fashion

Luxury

Skills

Pattern Making

Product Development

Leathergoods Designer

Software skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel...)

Adobe AfterEffects

Languages

English

Fluent

Hungarian

Native language

French

Basic knowledge

German

Basic knowledge

Types of contracts
Freelance / Missions
Full Time
Part time
Internship / Work-study
Collaboration
Personal details

Potentially open to relocate

Shoe designer Anna Melegh says yes to sustainable fashion

It's undeniable that fashion is one of the most polluting industries, but in the right hands it can also serve good purposes. Designer Anna Melegh's unique creations send a message to the blinded members of consumer society that fashion and sustainability can go hand in hand.

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Meet the Maker: Anna Melegh

Anna Melegh is a footwear and accessories designer known for using the methods of surrealism to turn everyday objects inside out. Originally from Hungary, Anna has nearly a decade of education focused on art and shoe design. Her innovative approach has garnered recognition in the footwear industry. H

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er illustrations accompanied her designs until the beginning of 2024 when she created a series of greetings cards. Sustainability is always involved in her footwear designs and professional role. She wishes to continue this sustainable approach in her illustration and animation work as well.

We spoke with Anna to find out more about her illustration work.

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International Design Competition Footwear Winner 2022 : Anna Melegh

The results are in – this year’s International Competition’s Footwear Category Winner is the talented Anna Melegh, with her entry Haute Couture Trash.

Anna will be joining the other 3 Category Winners at the live International Final event on November 2, presenting her design in front of the judges

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for the chance to become the Overall Winner.

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Greatest treasures found and salvaged with Anna Melegh

We caught up with one of our alumnae, Anna Melegh who studied MA Footwear on her latest projects and showing homage to her recent awards since leaving London College of Fashion.

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