Faina Stefadu

Faina Stefadu is a seasoned footwear designer with extensive experience in the fashion industry. Currently serving as a Senior Footwear Designer at Vida Shoes International since December 2020, Faina previously held positions at Camuto Group as an Associate Designer and at SkiBonez as Head of Design and Product Development LLC. Additional experience includes roles as Freelance Product Developer at BCNY International, Freelance Design Assistant at Marc Jacobs, and Design and Production Assistant at Rubin Singer. Faina's early career features internships at Naeem Khan and V. Mora, as well as a position as Communications Assistant at Clear Magazine. Faina earned a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion/Foodwear Design from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a certificate in The Art of Shoemaking from ARSUTORIA SCHOOL.