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I am Shahda Mahmod, an entrepreneurial fashion designer with experience developing high-end womenswear, bridal, and ready-to-wear looks. I excel at turning sketches into market-ready garments, leading fittings with live models, and pushing concept development from idea to production.
Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, I bring meticulous attention to detail, strong communication, and a passion for sustainable design. My textile and garment construction knowledge, gained across Rush Couture, Reitmans, and Manhattan International Trade, supports innovative fabrics, trims, and finishes that elevate every collection.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced
Work Experience
Senior Fashion Designer at Manhattan International Trade INC.
January 1, 2024 - PresentConceptualize and produce design concepts and color palettes for womenswear; attend fittings with the Fit Tech team to ensure the fit aligns with sketches; conduct market research to identify key trends in fabrics, colors, and silhouettes; collaborate with fabric supply chain to research innovative fabrics and trims; create and update technical packs and collection boards.
Assistant Designer at Reitmans (Canada) LTD
December 31, 2023 - October 20, 2025Assist the lead Designer for the creation of Blouses, Dresses and Sportswear in woven and knit fabrics; attend fittings with the Fit Tech team; manage and document all aspects of sample management in FlexPLM; create and update technical packs and collection boards; assist in the preparation of seasonal color cards; prepare merchandising boards and design line sheets; participate in sustainability committee meetings and 3D Design Integration conferences.
Assistant Fabric Manager at Reitmans (Canada) LTD
May 31, 2023 - October 20, 2025Assist in Fabric Selection for all Reitmans’ banners and commodities (knits/wovens); maintain cross-functional data in FlexPLM; communicate with overseas and local suppliers and mills; attend meetings with supplier representatives and negotiate prices; participate in sustainability committee meetings and 3D Design Integration conferences to integrate cross-functional tasks.
Assistant Designer at Rush Couture by Claudette Floyd
September 30, 2022 - October 20, 2025Design ladies’ high-end occasion and casual-wear collections; create and adjust paper-patterns based on sketches or draped designs; design made-to-measure bridal and special occasion looks for private clients; lead fittings on live models and private clients for made-to-measure requests; prepare seasonal color cards and fabric samples using Adobe Illustrator; assist in researching and developing seasonal concepts, hand-drawn sketches, and presentations; style display garments for the boutique to showcase new arrivals and trends.
Fashion Advisor at RW&Co. retail store in Fairview Mall
January 31, 2019 - October 20, 2025Style wardrobes for clients seeking in- and out-of-office attire; pin garments for fit adjustments to ensure professional looks for job interviews; manage cash register and client services to provide best in-store experience; prepare, package, and ship orders for online shoppers; mark down prices for selected inventory to prepare for seasonal sales.
Education
Diploma in Fashion Design at LaSalle College, Montreal, QC
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020Foundations for Business Certificate at Concordia’s JMSB, Montreal, QC
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022Qualifications
Groupe Dynamite Best Collection Pitch finalist
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018Industry Experience
Retail, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Professional Services
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