Illka Bohnhardt

Illka Bohnhardt currently serves as a Senior Designer at RAFFAELLO ROSSI Schera GmbH, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the brand’s innovative womenswear collections, with a particular focus on coordinates and activewear. Leveraging her extensive expertise in fashion design, Illka is instrumental in driving the creative vision and ensuring the seamless integration of trend analysis, textile innovation, and technical development into each collection. Her advanced skills in 2D and 3D fashion product development, including proficiency with CLO 3D, enable her to create highly detailed digital prototypes that streamline the design process and facilitate effective communication with production teams.

In her role, Illka is responsible for leading the design and development of women’s wear, with a specialization in pants, ensuring that each piece aligns with current market trends while maintaining the brand’s signature aesthetic. Her creative direction is characterized by a keen eye for innovative fabric treatments, silhouette development, and functional design, which are essential in the activewear segment. As a motivated team player, she collaborates closely with pattern makers, textile specialists, and marketing teams to translate conceptual ideas into commercially successful products.

Illka’s expertise in fashion illustration, combined with her deep understanding of textiles and trend analysis, allows her to craft compelling collections that resonate with contemporary consumers. Her leadership in creative processing and her ability to adapt to evolving industry demands make her a valuable asset to RAFFAELLO ROSSI Schera GmbH, continuously pushing the boundaries of womenswear design in a competitive market.