Nadine Acquaah

Experience

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  MIN WU LIMITED

  Jul 2017 - Sept 2017

  Fashion Studio Assistant Intern

  • Assist with pattern cutting for SS17 • Organisation of database and stylist appointments• Trend research• Undertake daily administration tasks• Sample trafficking for editorial loans• Assist in occasional pop up events and showroom• Assisting at fittings• Cutting for development and production of toiles and final samples for SS17 • Hand Sewing and embellishments

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  Next Ltd

  Jul 2017 - Jul 2017

  Sales Support Assistant

  • Responsible for working on the till and processing transactions and returns. • Help customers find the perfect products for them• Give fast and friendly service at all times• Share passion and knowledge about Next clothing products

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  ARKET

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  Sales Assistant

  • Providing excellent customer service to maximise sales on the sales floor, in the fitting rooms and at the cash desk.• Actively working with garments – ensuring our high standards are maintained at all times.• Receiving and processing deliveries.• Helping to prepare season sales, designer collaborations and regular seasonal campaigns.• Working well in the team and actively supporting colleagues

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  MIN WU LIMITED

  Jul 2018 - Sept 2018

  Fashio Studio Assistant Intern

  • Assist with pattern cutting for SS18 collections • Organisation of database and stylist appointments• Trend research• Undertake daily administration tasks• Sample trafficking for editorial loans• Assist in occasional pop up events and showroom• Assisting at fittings• Cutting for development and production of toiles and final samples for SS18 collection• Hand Sewing and embellishments• Digitising patterns to send to manufacturers

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  RYAN LO LIMITED

  Feb 2019 - Feb 2019

  Studio Assistant Intern for London Fashion Week

  12th – 15th February 2019 Ryan Lo Studio Assistant Intern• Involved with the design process leading to the show for London Fashion Week 2019 • Assist with making the props for the fashion show • Helping prepare and dress models for the show • Assisting with styling sessions

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  Ralph & Russo

  Mar 2019 - Aug 2019

  Atelier Support Internship, Handworker and Pattern Cutter Assistant (Freelance)

  •Ensure consumption forms are issued and accurately completed by Couturier•Liaise with Atelier Assistant to coordinate packing of fabrics & trims for the Paris Haute Couture shows, manage & distributeraw materials in Paris Atelier•Liaise with Haute Couture Pricing Manager to update fabric consumption/spend throughout & after show•Work with Haute Couture Technical teams to source, develop and customize fabrics & trims•Manage interns to assist with daily tasks of running the atelier and aiding the entire team•Allocate fabrics for AW19 Haute Couture collection and client order, organise and update fabrics & haberdashery, store & upkeep fabrics,and haberdashery library. Collect fabrics/trims from suppliers for bespoke orders.•Use Zedonk software to record and process fabrics & haberdashery stockResponsible for supporting Atelier and seamstress team including help to pack for seamstress trips•Transferring client orders between atelier, showroom, Harrods and other various departments•Upkeep of supplier information, ordering stock and maintaining good relations with company suppliers•Helping to update design boards with the latest fabrics information•Assisting with sewing AW19 Haute Couture collection garments for Paris Fashion Week and private client orders•Support and assist pattern cutting team such as sewing, sketching, pattern cutting, alterations required and any other administrative work•Contributing to the sample production process•Prepare dress forms and calico for draping•Make Beading Copies of existing patterns, add seam allowances and markings to patterns pieces•Prepare envelopes and forms accompanying the patterns with all required information•Communicate with the studio assistant regarding supplies for orders and finalising pattern Show less

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  Dressarte Paris

  Dec 2020 - Feb 2022

  CLO3D/Bespoke client designer

  • Creating made-to measure client designs on CLO3D software• Create, develop, illustrate and finalise bespoke client orders

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  THE STEVENSON GROUP

  Jun 2021 - Jun 2022

  Junior Sportswear Designer

  •Work alongside the Sportswear Account Managers & Sales Director to review existing product ranges.•Reacting & adapting to trends & changes within the Sportswear Market to design & create new products.•Responsible for design briefs & templates for prospective & existing school clients for both Sportswear & Uniform.•Creating mood boards for Uniform & Sportswear review projects.•Reviewing existing Uniform products for fit.•Fabric Sourcing•Maintain good relationships with both internal & external partners.•Ensure compliance with all company standards and procedures.•To complete any other reasonable tasks as required by the management team.•To create technical drawings and tech packs for factories Show less

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  Double R Clothing

  Jun 2022 - May 2023

  Fashion Design Assistant

  •Design and assist Fashion Designer with Womenswear fashion and seasonal sportswear collections for TK Maxx, Jack Wills, Fatface, Bonmarche, Roman Originals/Curve. As well as, sourcing fabric and trims for these ranges.•Develop detailed technical sketches and tech packs on Illustrator for sample production•Manage seamstresses to produce samples and maintain quality control for production and photoshoots •Create mood and trend boards and assist in client meetings for building contracts Show less

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  Blue Associates Sportswear Ltd - Sportswear design & sourcing

  May 2023 - now

  Sportswear Designer/Product Developer

  • Creating performance sportswear designs using Illustrator• Creating detailed technical factory specifications.• Creating size charts for each garment.• Managing the production of the 1st prototype with the factories.• Critique of samples, updating specifications.• Measuring and fitting of prototypes and fitting samples.• Sealing samples and strike off approvals.• Manage the processing and approval of lab dips and strike offs.• Quality assurance guidelines and testing as required.• Build strong relationships with suppliers and clients.• Visiting factories and suppliers.• Visiting fabric and sportswear fairs.• Meeting clients to discuss briefs and present designs and samples to.• Production management.• Design logos and branding for start-ups Show less