Zahira Bahsoun
The Valley by Emaar - Dubai,UAE
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of garment construction and colour coordination. Proficient in hand stitching techniques, garment grading, and pattern drawing. Adept at ensuring textile care labelling is accurate and clear. Committed to delivering high-quality work with an excellent eye for detail.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Tailor & Master Cutter
Bahsoun group
Beirut, Lebanon
01.2009 - 10.2024
- Provide expert guidance on fittings, making adjustments based on client feedback. Ensure that all finished garments meet the factory's quality and craftsmanship standards.
- Develop and maintain accurate patterns for new designs. Work closely with the production team to optimize cutting layouts and reduce fabric wastage
- Execute complex alterations and repairs on high-end garments. Ensure garments are produced efficiently while adhering to quality standards and deadlines.
- Lead the pattern-making and cutting process, ensuring precise measurements and fabric utilization. Train junior cutters and maintain an organized cutting room.
- Worked with multiple brands like The Beaten Track, Block, Us', Oukda on designing, sampling, grading and producing their collection.
- Managed all aspects of the tailoring process from initial consultation through final fitting, ensuring high-quality results.
Tailoring Instructor
CIS Technical School
Beirut, Lebanon
09.2000 - 07.2009
- Instruct students in the use of tools and equipment necessary for tailoring, including sewing machines, scissors, and measuring instruments.
- Provide hands-on training, guiding students through garment construction from fitting and cutting to sewing and finishing.
- Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback to enhance their skills and understanding of tailoring principles.
Ladies tailor
Freelance
Beirut, Lebanon
01.1990 - 12.1999
- Created elegant designs by sketching initial ideas and translating them into finished products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with the implementation of personalised tailoring techniques.
- Applied knowledge of fabric types to assist customers in making appropriate choices for their outfits.
- Worked meticulously to ensure high-quality, precision-fitted garments.
Education
Fashion designing and Tailoring - Fashion
Middle easte tailoring school
Lebanon 09/1987 - 07/1990
Skills
- Excellent eye for detail
- Garment construction understanding
- Colour coordination acumen
- Hand stitching techniques
- Garment grading
- Pattern drawing
- Understanding textile care labelling
Languages
Arabic
Native
French
Advanced
English
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Senior Tailor & Master Cutter
Bahsoun group
01.2009 - 10.2024
Tailoring Instructor
CIS Technical School
09.2000 - 07.2009
Ladies tailor
Freelance
01.1990 - 12.1999
Fashion designing and Tailoring - Fashion
Middle easte tailoring school
09/1987 - 07/1990
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