Jitaru Cătălina

About

Cătălina Jitaru is the fashion designer and founder of the brand Catalina J, with its headquarters in Belgium. Since 2007, she has worked for several women's clothing brands, launching her first collection in 2016 under her own label, dedicated to modern and individual femininity. Her collections are distinguished by elaborate lines, geometric cuts, and precise details inspired by haute couture techniques, targeting intelligent, active, and elegant women, with an emphasis on refined urban silhouettes. The Catalina J brand focuses on sustainable and ethical fashion, integrating GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified organic cotton since 2018, alongside fabrics with a reduced environmental impact, such as viscose, tencel, and recycled materials. Production is carried out in the European Union, promoting the concept of slow fashion, with certified suppliers offering the highest quality fabrics. Her vision includes responsible innovations, minimizing the impact on the planet through active research in development, production, and distribution. Catalina Jitaru gained visibility through participation in events such as Brussels Fashion Days and appearances in publications like L'Officiel, Femmes d'Aujourd'hui, and Elle Belgique. The brand is available in select stores in Brussels and Eindhoven, such as Ellefsen and Scoopstore, and online at catalina-j.com. As a figure connecting Europe with her Moldovan roots, she promotes a timeless style, transcending seasons and trends with strong and original pieces.