Mustapha Inuwa
Fashion Stylist/Consultant
Lagos
Summary
Creative design professional offering 7 years of experience in fashion design and fashion apparel production. Proven history of successful collaboration with clients, brand managers and executives to deliver seasonal lines and specialized projects. Identifies target markets and deliver on emerging trends. Experienced developing collections for clothing lines. Proven ability to create designs reflecting client needs and current trends in fashion industry. Skilled in leading teams and facilitating smooth production processes. Ambitious individual crafting innovative, trend-forward garments for array of styles. Possesses deep understanding of fashion industry with strong technical skills and eye for fine detail. Creator of high-quality pieces utilizing comprehensive planning process to guide garment construction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fashion Designer
Davies Tunnie Couture
Lagos
02.2014 - Current
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Negotiated with vendors to reach ideal product distribution channels and pricing.
- Gathered information from vendors regarding market trends and competitor activity.
- Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
- Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Coordinated design process for multiple brands from concept sketches through final adoption.
- Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
Product Designer
ISHA’s DESIGNS
Lagos
02.2011 - 02.2014
- Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features.
- Documented each step in product's design process for use in manuals.
- Converted project specifications into drawings and other materials that would be used to create product.
- Managed multiple projects effectively in demanding environment with tight deadlines.
- Traveled to manufacturing facilities to evaluate product creation and point out potential issues.
- Researched and identified best-fit materials for new products.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Education
Abina-Omololu Primary School
1 Abina/Omololu Road, Off Randle Avenue, Surulere. 02.1996 - 02.2002
Graduate - Art Department
Lagos Progressive Secondary School
15 Mba St, Surulere 101241, Lagos 06.2002 - 06.2008
Skills
Fashion design
undefinedTimeline
Fashion Designer
Davies Tunnie Couture
02.2014 - Current
Product Designer
ISHA’s DESIGNS
02.2011 - 02.2014
Graduate - Art Department
Lagos Progressive Secondary School
06.2002 - 06.2008
Abina-Omololu Primary School
02.1996 - 02.2002
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