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Idah Kathure

Idah Kathure

Nairobi

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Fashion Designer

Self Employed
03.2018 - Current
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, guiding the development of new collections accordingly.
  • Created unique and trendsetting garments, securing a loyal customer base and positive media coverage.
  • Worked closely with production teams to ensure high-quality manufacturing and timely delivery of products.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
  • Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
  • Liaised with suppliers to secure competitive pricing on materials, reducing overall production costs without sacrificing quality.
  • Created detailed measurement and construction specifications for design to be executed appropriately by production teams.
  • Optimized garment fit by collaborating with pattern makers during product development stages; ensuring consistent sizing across all collections.
  • Assisted photographers in styling photoshoots showcasing new collections effectively; increasing exposure through print and digital media.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Collaborated with textile designers, patternmakers and sample makers to bring designs to life and meet target market needs.

Tailor

Rascan Fashions
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Provided high-quality alteration and repairs for clothing and drapery.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized tailoring services and alterations.
  • Repaired and replaced defective garment pockets, pocket flags and coat linings.
  • Developed customer trust by consistently delivering superior quality alterations and repairs within promised timelines.
  • Created new garments based on established parameters or specific body measurements.
  • Taking measurements and attending to customers

Seamstress Assistant

Meru Uniforms
07.2011 - 11.2013
  • Adapted quickly to new tasks or responsibilities as required by fluctuating project demands.
  • Aided in the successful completion of large-scale projects through effective teamwork and collaboration with fellow assistants.
  • Minimized errors in final products by carefully following design instructions provided by the lead seamstress or designer.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and workload.
  • Improved production efficiency with timely material preparation for seamstresses.

Education

Primary Certificate With A B+ - Elementary And Middle School Administration

Carol Academy
Nakuru

Diploma - Clothing Technology And Fashion And Design

Nkabune Training Institute
Meru
07.2013

Skills

  • Pattern Making
  • Creative vision
  • Fashion design
  • Tailoring Expertise
  • Fashion marketing
  • Garment construction
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Sewing Techniques
  • Patternmaking
  • Material manipulation
  • Styling Proficiency
  • Fabric sourcing
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Sustainable design
  • Fashion branding
  • Fashion Show Production
  • Fashion Entrepreneurship
  • Draping techniques
  • Sewing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Professionalism

Additional Information

I have been able to put up Airbnb apartments.

I did the interior decor.

Made preferred curtains and beddings

Came up with awesome furniture, and setting up the prefered house to fully functional use as Airbnb units.

From time to time I was able to housekeep and make sure a good transition from one client to the next in terms of checking in and out, with cleaning and safety for their staycation.

I made sure the units where well equipped to clients during their stay.

Timeline

Fashion Designer

Self Employed
03.2018 - Current

Tailor

Rascan Fashions
08.2016 - 05.2017

Seamstress Assistant

Meru Uniforms
07.2011 - 11.2013

Primary Certificate With A B+ - Elementary And Middle School Administration

Carol Academy

Diploma - Clothing Technology And Fashion And Design

Nkabune Training Institute

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