Aspar Karahyuseinov
Garment Design
Stockholm, SwedenDesign professional who has been specializing in the fields of Sustainability, Design Thinking and Circular Economy. My main focus is to approach design holistically in order to achieve sustainable work frame, a method that secures successful completion of a project. One can identify four key points in my practice - learn from failure, be curious, try it out and collaborate.
Work Experience
H&M New Development
Pattern Maker
Project Leader of Innovation Group
- Researching new methodologies in order to constantly improve the work process
- Focusing on Design Thinking principles as problem-solving solutions
- Implementing 3D visualization in the product development stage
Fit responsible for the Swedish team in the Winter Olympics Pyeongchang 2018 including:
- Opening and Prize Giving Ceremony looks
- Softshell program for outdoor & competition
- Press and casual looks
- Accessory range (beanies, gloves and socks)
Fit responsible for hats, gloves and socks within:
- Guest Design Collaboration
- Studio Collection
- Conscious Exclusive Collection
- Premium Essentials
- Researching new methodologies in order to constantly improve the work process
- Focusing on Design Thinking principles as problem-solving solutions
- Implementing 3D visualization in the product development stage
Fit responsible for the Swedish team in the Winter Olympics Pyeongchang 2018 including:
- Opening and Prize Giving Ceremony looks
- Softshell program for outdoor & competition
- Press and casual looks
- Accessory range (beanies, gloves and socks)
Fit responsible for hats, gloves and socks within:
- Guest Design Collaboration
- Studio Collection
- Conscious Exclusive Collection
- Premium Essentials
February 2014
- Present
Stockholm, Sweden
Aitor Throup
Product Assistant
_Took part in the production of Season 1 collection
_Adapted to the unique methodology and technical knowledge of the studio
_Improved pattern cutting skills as well as working with different types of fabrication
_Assisted in experiments related with the development of the product range
_Adapted to the unique methodology and technical knowledge of the studio
_Improved pattern cutting skills as well as working with different types of fabrication
_Assisted in experiments related with the development of the product range
June 2013
- August 2013
London, United Kingdom
Richard Nicoll Ltd.
Studio Assistant (Intern)
_Pattern cutting, toiling and sampling of AW/13 Mens- and Womenswear collections
_Gained essential knowledge in fabric sourcing and production management
_Backstage assistance at London Fashion Week
_Gained essential knowledge in fabric sourcing and production management
_Backstage assistance at London Fashion Week
December 2012
- February 2013
London, United Kingdom
Gavin Douglas
Assistant Pattern Cutter (Intern)
_Executing patterns and samples for SS/13 Resort Collection
_Developed skills in draping and creative pattern cutting
_Developed skills in draping and creative pattern cutting
November 2012
- November 2012
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Elle Magazine
Fashion Assistant (Summer Intern)
_Participation in the making of October Issue Editorial
_Trend analysis and style interpretation for the shopping pages
_'Elle Hunting' - street style photo shoot
_Trend analysis and style interpretation for the shopping pages
_'Elle Hunting' - street style photo shoot
August 2011
- September 2011
Sofia, Bulgaria
Apolo Design Studio
Designer Assistant (Summer Intern)
_Research on hi-tech materials and the way they can be incorporated in the design process
_Development of a sportswear collection with high performance
_Development of a sportswear collection with high performance
June 2011
- August 2011
Sofia, Bulgaria
Midlands Fashion Designer Awards
Backstage Assistant
_Dressing and lining-up the models
_Distribution of promotional materials to the VIP guests
_Distribution of promotional materials to the VIP guests
October 2010
- October 2010
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Education
Professional High School Of Textiles And Fashion Design
B.Tech. Fashion Design
September 2004
- June 2009
Sofia, Bulgaria
Languages
English (Fluent),
French (Advanced),
Bulgarian (Native),
Awards
Skills
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe In Design,
Adobe Photoshop,
Digital Photography,
Illustration,
Sewing,
Technical Drawing ,
Digital Printing ,
Knitting,
Lectra Systems,
Pattern Making ,
Rhino 3d,
Silk Screen Printing,
Sonic Welder Technology,
Achievements
_October 2011 -Participating in Mode In Liege Expo - Liege, Belgium
_March 2011 - Finalist on Coventry University and Seawhite of Brighton
Drawing Competition
_ May 2010 - Finalist on Young Designer Competition ‘Inspired By Sun’ set by ‘Ivan Asen 22’ showroom, Sofia, Bulgaria
_June 2009 - Taking Part of Nedko Solakov’s performance ‘A life - Black and White’ at Sofia City Gallery also performed at Tate Modern, London
_Academic years 2007/08 and 2008/09 - Winning the Achievement Scholarship of ‘Comunitas’ Foundation in Art Department
_October 2008 - Being School Representative at First Bulgarian Design Biennial, Sofia,Bulgaria
_March 2011 - Finalist on Coventry University and Seawhite of Brighton
Drawing Competition
_ May 2010 - Finalist on Young Designer Competition ‘Inspired By Sun’ set by ‘Ivan Asen 22’ showroom, Sofia, Bulgaria
_June 2009 - Taking Part of Nedko Solakov’s performance ‘A life - Black and White’ at Sofia City Gallery also performed at Tate Modern, London
_Academic years 2007/08 and 2008/09 - Winning the Achievement Scholarship of ‘Comunitas’ Foundation in Art Department
_October 2008 - Being School Representative at First Bulgarian Design Biennial, Sofia,Bulgaria