Inge Schmitt

Inge Schmitt is an accomplished creative director and designer currently serving as the Creative Director at POLSPOTTEN since January 2023. Previously, Inge held key positions such as Head Creative and Trend & Forecast Manager at de Bijenkorf from June 2018 to January 2023. Inge co-owned and designed for Silvester-creations, focusing on products developed from vintage scarves, from August 2017 to November 2021. Additionally, Inge has contributed to education as a lecturer at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute from August 2013 to November 2021 and provided freelance art direction for Senz° while managing concept and design for NOOSA-Amsterdam. Notable freelance work includes accessories design for Vlisco Netherlands B.V. and Lerros Moden Gmbh. Inge's entrepreneurial background includes founding JAN-Inc Accessories, offering tailored design and trend analysis services, and holding a managerial role at USG Brands. Inge possesses a degree from Design Academy Eindhoven, completed between 1980 and 1985.