Daniela Della Rosa: The Legal Mind Behind Luxury Brands.
In a world where fashion, luxury, and lifestyle brands are constantly evolving, Daniela Della Rosa is the legal partner many of them trust to stay ahead of the curve. With a career that bridges high-stakes corporate law and the day-to-day intricacies of international brand management, Daniela brings a rare blend of sharp legal intellect and deep industry experience.
A Career Built on Global Insight
Daniela’s legal journey spans some of the world’s most influential fashion capitals — from Rome and Milan to Washington, D.C. and Brussels. Ms. Della Rosa is
not just fluent in three languages — Italian, English, and French — she’s fluent in the business of global brand-building.
Her resume includes high-profile in-house roles at Levi Strauss and Gucci, where she acted as Worldwide General Counsel for brands like Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and Sergio Rossi. Not to mention, she served on the boards of several Gucci Group companies.
That firsthand experience gives her a unique perspective. She knows what keeps brand executives up at night — whether it’s data privacy, global expansion, or protecting a legacy brand in a digital-first world.
Trusted Advisor to Luxury and Premium Brands
At Curtis, Daniela advises fashion houses, retailers, food and travel brands, wellness companies, and design-focused businesses. With a deep understanding of how branding, law, and market strategy intersect, Daniela brings a comprehensive perspective to every deal, negotiation, and expansion plan.
Ms. Della Rosa helps clients structure joint ventures, negotiate tech partnerships, and fine-tune commercial agreements like licensing, franchising, and distribution deals. Her guidance on privacy, data protection, and digital marketing is especially crucial for brands navigating the modern e-commerce space.
And when it comes to intellectual property, Daniela doesn’t just protect assets — she helps brands grow with smart licensing and co-branding strategies.
Legal Strategy with a Commercial Edge
Daniela’s clients aren’t just looking for a lawyer. They’re looking for a strategic partner who understands the luxury consumer, the supply chain behind the product, and the importance of brand integrity at every stage. Whether she’s advising on a major acquisition or reviewing a store lease in a key retail location, she brings the same precision and care.
Ms. Della Rosa also works closely with companies in more regulated industries — including energy and natural resources — who rely on her brand strategy expertise to add value in competitive markets.
Educator, Leader, Advocate
Beyond her legal work, Daniela is a driving force in fashion law education. She directs the Fashion and Luxury Management Master’s program at LUISS, with campuses in Rome, Milan, and Amsterdam, and teaches in the LUISS Fashion Law Master’s program.
Daniela’s commitment to mentoring the next generation of legal minds makes her stand out not just as a practitioner, but as a thought leader in the industry.
A Legal Voice for Modern Brands
Daniela Della Rosa isn’t just practicing law — helping to shape the future of premium and luxury branding. With cross-border expertise, boardroom experience, and a sharp eye for brand value, Daniela is the go-to counsel for companies that want to do more than just keep up — they want to lead.
Whether you’re launching a global campaign, entering a new market, or safeguarding your IP in a fast-moving world, Daniela’s insight could make all the difference.
In a world where success is often tied to collaboration and diverse insights, the words of Tolstoy come to mind: “Nothing is so necessary for a young man as the company of intelligent women.”
In the legal and fashion world, surrounding oneself with smart, strategic, and visionary individuals — regardless of gender — is essential for growth and innovation.
Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP, commonly known as Curtis, is a distinguished international law firm founded in 1830 and headquartered in New York City. The firm operates through 19 offices across the United States, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Central and East Asia. Curtis offers a comprehensive range of legal services, including corporate law, banking and finance, capital markets, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, project finance, investment management, restructuring and insolvency, litigation, international arbitration, taxation, and real estate. Notably, Curtis is renowned for its exclusive focus on representing sovereign states in high-stakes investor-state arbitrations. The firm’s international orientation has been a hallmark of its practice for nearly two centuries, with attorneys possessing a deep understanding of the cultural and business sensitivities associated with conducting business across borders.