Irina Stamate first took a career path shaped by rules and formality, earning a law degree before ultimately following a long-standing creative instinct toward design.

She moved to Milan to study at one of Italy’s top footwear institutions, where she trained in design, pattern making, prototyping, and collection development, building a strong technical foundation.

After graduating, the romanian-born designer refined her skills alongside Italy’s master shoemakers. Through hands-on work, she deepened her understanding of construction and detail, shaping a belief that luxury speaks through craftsmanship.

In 2025, she launched her eponymous brand as a declaration of modern glamour, statement shapes, sculptural lines, and jewel-like elements, all handmade in Italy.

Now based between the U.S., Italy, and Romania, Irina creates for women who move with purpose—confident, unapologetic, and distinctively themselves.