Bio
Cristina Hernandez is a freelance fashion designer specializing in knitwear, cashmere, 3D design, and sustainable fashion. With over a decade of experience, she has held transformative roles, including Design Director at 525 America, where she led the brand's shift into the contemporary market, and Creative Director at The Fision, a line of traceable tees made with regenerative cotton and 66% less environmental impact than the industry standard. As the founder of Chernandez.studio, Cristina partners with clients to create innovative designs, sustainable solutions, and expertly crafted collections. An FIT graduate with a BFA in Knitwear, she blends technical mastery and creative vision to deliver designs to produce impactful results.
Work experience
- Freelance Designer | Chernandez.studio (2024 - Present)
- Creative Director | The Fision (2022 - Present)
- Design Director | 525 America (2017 - 2021)
- Freelance Designer | Lauren Mannoigan, Elie Tahari, Maurice’s, Sien Knitwear, Gauge by Design, Milo’ Tricot (2015 - 2017)
- Designer | Minnie Rose (2013 - 2015)
- Freelance Designer | Kim Haller, Derek Lam, Jason Wu, Milo’ Tricot, Zac Posen, M. Patmos, Haute Hippie, Maiyet, Illuminate, Nine West, Jones New York, Anne Klein, & Maggy London (2011 - 2013)
- Assistant Designer & Merchandiser | Vlad Knit Wear (2008 - 2011)
Education
- Fashion Institute of Technology | Bachelor of Fine Arts, Knitwear
