Chiara Ahouissoussi -Cattaneo
London,ENG
Summary
Menswear Design student at University of Westminster with expertise in tailoring, pattern cutting, draping, and garment construction. Skilled in working with diverse materials such as leather, denim, jersey, organza, and wool. Originally from Paris, currently based in London.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Fashion design Intern
Racheal Adegoke
London
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Studio design intern with the graduate designer in creating his collection
- Assisted in creating technical drawings
- Handled cutting, grading, and sewing of final fabric
- Executed hand stitching for embroidery and embellishment.
- Aided in design decision and styling final garments
- Participated in fittings, making adjustments for improved fit.
- Contributed to development of technical drawings.
Bespoke tailor assistant/ stock count
Cifonelli London
London
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted tailor with suit creation tasks.
- Supported toile fitting and pattern cutting processes.
- Sourced and collected fabric samples for suits.
- Utilised tailoring tools for production efficiency.
- Exhibited attention to detail during client fittings for bespoke suits.
- Documented stock count and operations to track usage and procurement.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock count at all times.
Education
BA ( Hons) Fashion design - Fashion Design Menswear
University of Westminster
London 09.2024 -
Foundation Degree in Arts - Fashion design
South Tames college
London 09.2023 - 06.2024
Skills
- Advance tailoring skills, garment construction , draping and flat pattern cutting
- Strong fabric, textile and colour sensibility
- High attention to detail and quality control
- Effective communicator and collaborative team member
- Proficient in Adobe creative Suite ( In design, photoshop, illustrator)
- Strong time management and ability to work under pressure and deadlines
- Skilled in both domestic and industrial sewing techniques
Languages
French
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Korean
Elementary
Timeline
Fashion design Intern
Racheal Adegoke
04.2026 - 05.2026
BA ( Hons) Fashion design - Fashion Design Menswear
University of Westminster
09.2024 -
Foundation Degree in Arts - Fashion design
South Tames college
09.2023 - 06.2024
Bespoke tailor assistant/ stock count
Cifonelli London
06.2023 - 08.2023