Nwafenna Anthonia Chinecherem

Fashion Designer | Creative Director

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+234 800 000 0000

Lagos, NG

About

Dynamic and innovative Fashion Designer with 2 years of experience in creating distinctive apparel collections, from concept to production. Adept at leveraging creative vision and technical skills to develop unique designs that resonate with target audiences, while strategically building brand presence across digital platforms. Seeking to apply a passion for fashion and a proven ability to deliver high-quality garments in an international role, contributing to a forward-thinking design team.

Work Experience

Founder & Lead Fashion Designer

Tonia Nwafee Fashion (Self-Employed)

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

Lagos, Lagos, NG

Led all aspects of fashion design, production, and brand development for an independent fashion label, delivering unique apparel collections to a diverse client base.

  • Developed and launched multiple fashion collections, managing the entire design process from initial concept sketching and mood board creation to final garment production and quality control.
  • Executed pattern drafting, fabric selection, and garment construction, ensuring high-quality finishes and fit for custom orders and ready-to-wear pieces, achieving positive client feedback.
  • Managed client consultations and fittings, translating unique style preferences into bespoke designs that resulted in strong client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Cultivated a significant online presence across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook (@Tonia Nwafee), engaging a growing audience and driving brand awareness through compelling visual content.
  • Oversaw material sourcing and inventory management, optimizing production timelines and cost-efficiency for small-batch manufacturing.

Languages

English

Skills

Fashion Design & Development

  • Concept Development
  • Sketching
  • Pattern Making
  • Draping
  • Garment Construction
  • Textile Selection
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Collection Planning
  • Fashion Illustration

Technical Skills

  • Sewing (Industrial & Domestic)
  • Fabric Manipulation
  • Tailoring
  • Fitting
  • Quality Control

Brand & Marketing

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Content Creation
  • Brand Storytelling
  • Client Relations
  • E-commerce
  • Digital Presence

Business & Management

  • Project Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Budgeting
  • Client Management
  • Problem-Solving