Nilufar Khalessi

Nilufar Khalessi is an experienced professional in the fields of brand strategy, insights, and editorial direction, currently serving as the Head of Prospective & Insights at Kering since December 2019. Khalessi has a strong background in forecasting emerging trends and cultural shifts for luxury brands, having previously held the position of Trends & Insights Senior Manager within the same company. In addition to roles at Kering, Khalessi is the Founder and Editor of PERSIENNES MAGAZINE, an online platform focused on women, culture, fashion, and Persian aesthetics. Other notable positions include Prospective & Editorial Director at BETC ETOILE ROUGE, Co-Founder of FUTURE STUDIO, and Trend Strategist at NellyRodi. Khalessi’s extensive experience spans collaborations with renowned brands such as Louis Vuitton, L’Oréal Luxe, and Dior Parfums, and contributions to respected publications like VICE MAGAZINE and TECHNIKART. Educational credentials include a Master’s degree in Branding & Marketing from CELSA Paris-Sorbonne.