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MIGKENA KOTSIAI

Milton Keynes,United Kingdom

Summary

Sales advisor, Visual Merchandise Creative Stylist with extensive experience in transforming client visions into stunning looks. Brings strong ability to understand current fashion trends, individual client needs, and deliver high-quality, personalised styling. Demonstrates exceptional skills in wardrobe planning, fashion consulting, and editorial styling, contributing to increased client satisfaction and brand loyalty. Excels in collaborative environments, enhancing team performance and driving innovative style solutions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

Commercial , Visual Merchandiser

Zara
Milton Keynes, uk
2025.04 - Current
  • Implemented new display layouts to improve shopping experience.
  • Streamlined merchandise replenishment process to minimise disruption on shop floor.
  • Created visually appealing product arrangements, increasing store desirability.
  • Assisted in inventory management, maintaining adequate stock levels on shop floor.
  • Utilised knowledge of current fashion trends for effective visual merchandising.

Stylist

NINETY93THREE GIGI BOUTIQUE
London, UK
2021.10 - 2026.04
  • Executed fashion styling for diverse photo shoots, including fashion and advertising campaigns.
  • Conducted personalized styling consultations to assess client preferences and lifestyle needs.
  • Managed social media platforms, highlighting styling projects and sharing fashion insights to engage followers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring positive outcomes.
  • Responded promptly to customer email and phone communications.
  • Processed customer cash and card payments with accuracy.

Visual Merchandise

UNIQLO
London, UK
2019.01 - 2021.08
  • Developed seasonal themes for merchandise displays, refreshing the look of the store and keeping interest high.
  • Managed inventory levels on the shop floor, restocking items and organising back stock for easy access.
  • Monitored environmental and lighting conditions within the store to ensure products are displayed in the best possible way.
  • Utilised space planning software to optimise the layout of merchandise, enhancing shopper experience and maximising sales.
  • Scheduled and oversaw the installation of window displays, ensuring work was completed to a high standard and on time.
  • Designed and implemented engaging window displays to attract potential customers and increase foot traffic.

Visual Merchandiser

H&M
Athens, Greece
2012.05 - 2019.01

Department Manager

CELEBRITY STORE
Athens, Greece
2010.06 - 2011.11

Department Manager

PINK WOMAN
Athens, Greece
2010.06 - 2011.11

Freelance Windows Decoration

ROCOCCO CORCODILINO
Athens, Greece
2006.09 - 2010.03

Sales Advisor & Merchandiser

COTTON
Athens, Greece
2006.12 - 2009.09

Sales Advisor

LIBERO
Athens, Greece
2005.09 - 2006.09

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Education

CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR DESIGN -

BAKALO ART & DESIGN COLLEGE
ATHENS, Greece

CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DESIGN &WINDOWS DECORATION -

I.E.K EGALEO
ATHENS, Greece

CERTIFICATE IN AUTOCAD 2D &3D & STUDIO 3DMAX -

POLIXRONIS & COLABORATORS
ATHENS, Greece

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE -

4o HIGHT SCHOOL OF EGALEO
ATHENS, Greece

Business Management -

University of Suffolk
London
2025.01 -

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Client consultation
  • Fashion styling
  • Social media management
  • Trend analysis
  • Payment processing
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Retail sales experience

Personal Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Product knowledge
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Client communication

Languages

Albanian, Greek
Italian

Languages

4,B2

Timeline

Commercial , Visual Merchandiser

Zara
2025.04 - Current

Business Management -

University of Suffolk
2025.01 -

Stylist

NINETY93THREE GIGI BOUTIQUE
2021.10 - 2026.04

Visual Merchandise

UNIQLO
2019.01 - 2021.08

Visual Merchandiser

H&M
2012.05 - 2019.01

Department Manager

CELEBRITY STORE
2010.06 - 2011.11

Department Manager

PINK WOMAN
2010.06 - 2011.11

Sales Advisor & Merchandiser

COTTON
2006.12 - 2009.09

Freelance Windows Decoration

ROCOCCO CORCODILINO
2006.09 - 2010.03

Sales Advisor

LIBERO
2005.09 - 2006.09

CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DESIGN &WINDOWS DECORATION -

I.E.K EGALEO

CERTIFICATE IN AUTOCAD 2D &3D & STUDIO 3DMAX -

POLIXRONIS & COLABORATORS

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE -

4o HIGHT SCHOOL OF EGALEO

CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR DESIGN -

BAKALO ART & DESIGN COLLEGE
MIGKENA KOTSIAI