Work with us

M
E
L
R
O
S
E
C
R
E
A
T
I
V
E
S
U
S
T
A
I
N
A
B
L
E
DESIGN
STUDIO.

↓

Melrose Design Studio designs premium apparel, footwear, and accessories for sportswear, outdoor, and lifestyle brands through trend forecasting, innovative design, and digital prototyping.

Schedule your discovery session

“We sell our vision, not our tools.”

Melrose is a creative studio founded by designers, driven by culture, and rooted in product.
Based in Lyon, we help premium sportswear, outdoor, and lifestyle brands bring their identity to life—with style, depth, and precision.

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

BRAND DNA FIRST

Before we create, we decode.

Every project begins with a deep dive into your brand DNA:

  • What is your visual language?
  • What defines you—and what should evolve?
  • How do we amplify your heritage without diluting it?

✔ Visual and semantic brand mapping
✔ Artistic sensitivity and creative reading
✔ A cultivated, strategic external perspective

Unlock Next Season’s Trends

Product Design & Innovation

Apparel, Footwear, Accessories – Innovatively Crafted

Design collections where performance meets style, perfectly aligned with your brand’s vision.

Craft Your Story Now

Sustainability & Materials

Innovative & Sustainable Performance Materials 

Source sustainable, innovative materials to elevate performance and environmental responsibility.

EXPLORE SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

Digital Prototyping

Instant Prototypes, Faster Decisions

EXPERIENCE INSTANT PROTOTYPING

Brand Identity & Communication

Powerful Brand Identities that Resonate

Create logos, graphics, and cohesive branding platforms that elevate your visual communication and brand impact.

ELEVATE YOUR BRAND IDENTITY

THEY
TRUST
US

We've collaborated with esteemed brands in performance, outdoor, and lifestyle sectors, elevating their collections and redefining standards.

Selected Collaborations:

  • Performance & Sportswear

    ADIDAS, MIZUNO, REEBOK, BROOKS, NFL, NBA

  • Outdoor & Technical Gear

    BLACK DIAMOND, MILLET, EIDER, VAUDE, ROSSIGNOL, ODLO

  • Luxury & Lifestyle

    REPETTO, LVMH, PALLADIUM

(Customer shoutouts)

Robert Lee

Chief Creative Officer at Rapha
"I have worked on many projects over the past 13 years with Olivier & Melrose ranging from apparel and graphic design collections to Trend and ColorForecasting. He has helped me progress the brands I have worked with to be leading in Design. I will continue to use Olivier as an expert in these areas."

Orianne Tivollier

Running Product Manager
"Maria, Olivier, I really enjoyed working with you and I can say on behalf of the whole team that we have been very happy about the work that has been done and about our collaboration in general. We could see a huge investment and a lot of creativity in your work. We received many good feedback about designs all along these years…I wish you all the best and we can stay in..."

Sophie Trehoret

Directrice Marketing, Repetto
"It has been a real pleasure to work with Marie Elena on Repetto Dancewear Collections during 4 years. Really professional and has got a real talent to understand the coming trends. She has participated to well‑brand Repetto's collection. She is also expert in finishing and fabrics. To conclude, it's really rare to meet some professional able to bring a deep brand..."

Olivier Balas

CEO BALAS Textile , President of Unitex
"Creativity, performance, and the pursuit of perfection, with deep expertise in craft and technology."

Hélène Gadenne

Fondatrice AV ACCESSOIRES ‑ AV08 Paris
"I worked with Maria Elena as a designer at Repetto. Maria Elena is a very creative, open, and dynamic person. She brings ideas to the table, is attentive, and knows how to adapt to the brand. It was a real pleasure working with her."

WHO
WE
WORK
WITH

From bold startups to structured global teams — we adapt to your rhythm, size and culture.

Needs to clarify direction, energize design flow, align internally. Not looking for freelancers, but a true partner.

She needed faster iteration on new trail shoe concepts. Melrose helped her prototype 3 directions in under 2 weeks with AI-enhanced 3D visuals and a clear materials proposal.

Overwhelmed by scattered briefs and lack of narrative. Melrose built a clear creative story, from moodboards to silhouette logic — giving his team tools to align and accelerate.

Had no team, no time, but a clear vision. Melrose translated his brand DNA into a compact, ready-to-launch product line with visuals and sourcing.

Client
Benefits

  • Faster validation through compelling digital visuals

  • 30–50% faster time‑to‑market

  • Clearer internal communication & alignment

  • Reduced prototyping costs and waste

  • Enhanced product innovation and creativity

  • Improved brand positioning & market visibility

  • Stronger storytelling and brand resonance

  • Clearer communication from early research to final delivery

  • Clearer communication from early research to final delivery

  • Increased confidence in decision‑making