I am an innovative and detail-oriented fashion illustrator and designer with a passion for merging artistic vision with contemporary fashion. I have a strong foundation in illustration, design principles, and industry trends, and I excel at creating compelling fashion sketches, technical designs, and collaborating with creative teams to produce striking, market-ready collections. I am eager to contribute creative expertise and fresh perspectives to a forward-thinking fashion house or design studio. I am committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of trends, with experience across mood boards, fabric research, and design presentations, ready to bring innovative ideas to life.

Sumbul Naqvi

I am an innovative and detail-oriented fashion illustrator and designer with a passion for merging artistic vision with contemporary fashion. I have a strong foundation in illustration, design principles, and industry trends, and I excel at creating compelling fashion sketches, technical designs, and collaborating with creative teams to produce striking, market-ready collections. I am eager to contribute creative expertise and fresh perspectives to a forward-thinking fashion house or design studio. I am committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of trends, with experience across mood boards, fabric research, and design presentations, ready to bring innovative ideas to life.

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I am an innovative and detail-oriented fashion illustrator and designer with a passion for merging artistic vision with contemporary fashion. I have a strong foundation in illustration, design principles, and industry trends, and I excel at creating compelling fashion sketches, technical designs, and collaborating with creative teams to produce striking, market-ready collections. I am eager to contribute creative expertise and fresh perspectives to a forward-thinking fashion house or design studio.

I am committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of trends, with experience across mood boards, fabric research, and design presentations, ready to bring innovative ideas to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Fashion Illustrator at Self-Employed
July 1, 2023 - Present
Delivered custom fashion illustrations for a diverse clientele, including independent designers and private commissions. Developed a distinctive illustration style that reflects current fashion trends and client preferences. Managed project timelines and communicated with clients to ensure satisfaction and adherence to their vision.
Freelance Fashion Illustrator at Self-Employed
July 1, 2023 - Present
Delivered custom fashion illustrations for a diverse clientele, including independent designers and private commissions. Developed a distinctive illustration style that reflects current fashion trends and client preferences. Managed project timelines and communicated with clients to ensure satisfaction and adherence to their vision.
Fashion Show Participant (Dhaga) at Dhaga Fashion Show, Jaipur
December 31, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Completed design work with tasks including fabric selection, sample fittings, mood boards, and design presentations for upcoming collections. Gained hands-on experience in the design process from ideation to execution.
Freelance Fashion Illustrator at Self-Employed
July 1, 2023 - November 21, 2025
Delivered custom fashion illustrations for a diverse clientele, including independent designers and private commissions. Developed a distinctive illustration style reflecting current fashion trends and client preferences. Managed project timelines and communicated with clients to ensure satisfaction and adherence to their vision. Contributed to fashion show projects, mood boards, and design presentations for upcoming collections.
Project Participant - Dhaga Fashion Show at Hemant Trivedi (Celebrity Stylist)
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Completed design work with tasks including fabric selection, sample fittings, and research. Created mood boards and design presentations for upcoming collections. Gained hands-on experience in the design process from ideation to execution.
Freelance Fashion Illustrator at Self-Employed
July 1, 2023 - November 24, 2025
Delivered custom fashion illustrations for a diverse clientele, including independent designers and private commissions. Developed a distinctive illustration style that reflects current fashion trends and client preferences. Managed project timelines and communicated with clients to ensure satisfaction and adherence to their vision. Participated in the Dhaga fashion show (Jaipur, 2019), contributing to fabric research, mood boards, and design presentations for upcoming collections.

Education

Advance Program in Fashion Design (2-year Program) at Inter National Institute of Fashion Design
July 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Certification in Fashion Illustration at House of Kalaakar
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Advance Program in Fashion Design (2-year Program) at Inter National Institute of Fashion Design
July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
Certification in Fashion Illustration at House of Kalaakar
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Advance Program in Fashion Design (2-year Program) at Inter National Institute of Fashion Design
July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
Certification in Fashion Illustration at House of Kalaakar
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Advance Program in Fashion Design (2-year Program) at Inter National Institute of Fashion Design, Jaipur, Rajasthan
July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
Certification in Fashion Illustration at House of Kalaakar, Jaipur, Rajasthan
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Advance Program in Fashion Design (2-year Program) at Inter National Institute of Fashion Design
July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
Certification in Fashion Illustration at House of Kalakar
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023

Qualifications

Master of Arts, MA (English Literature)
July 1, 2012 - June 1, 2013
Bachelor of Arts, BA (English, Urdu, Sociology, Public Admin.)
July 1, 2007 - June 1, 2010
Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.)
July 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
Certification in Fashion Illustration
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Master of Arts, MA (English Literature)
July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013
Bachelor of Arts, BA (English, Urdu, Sociology, Public Administration)
July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2010
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2012
Certification in Fashion Illustration
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Master of Arts (MA) in English Literature
July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English, Urdu, Sociology, Public Admin.
July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2010
Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.)
July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2012
Certification in Fashion Illustration
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Master of Arts, MA (English Literature)
July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013
Bachelor in Arts, BA (English, Urdu, Sociology, Public Admin.)
July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2010
Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.)
July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2012
Advance Program in Fashion Design (2-year Program)
July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
Certification in Fashion Illustration
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Master of Arts, MA (English Literature)
July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013
Bachelor in Arts, BA
July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2010
Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.)
July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2012
Certification in Fashion Illustration
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Professional Services, Other