Costanza Gentile

I’m a Italian, Paris-based Senior Product Manager at Christian Dior Couture, overseeing the Women's Ready-to-Wear & made-to-order collections.

Before joining Dior, I worked as Women's Ready-to-Wear Manager at Chanel and Saint Laurent, where I managed product strategy, development, and retail excellence across iconic categories.
These experiences allowed me to collaborate closely with design studios, ateliers, marketing teams, merchandising teams gaining a 360° view of how exceptional products are born and brought to clients.

Having experienced different luxury houses, I understand both the creative and business sides of fashion — and how to successfully grow within them.

Today, I’m passionate about sharing this expertise with students and young professionals who aspire to build their career in luxury fashion. Many talented students dream of entering this world but don’t know where to start — how to network, prepare for interviews, or find the right path. My goal is to help you navigate that journey with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. I'm eager to transmit everything I learn every day!

Topics I Love to Discuss:

• How to break into the luxury industry (internships, networking, mindset)
• Understanding product development & collection coordination
• Career transitions: from business/design school to fashion maison
• Building your profile for Paris or Milan fashion houses
• Finding your unique value in a competitive industry

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Mentoring style: empathetic, structured, and practical — I combine insider perspective with concrete tools you can apply right away.