I’m a multi-product clothing designer with 15 years’ experience creating apparel solutions that enhance the wearer experience and deliver commercial impact. My work combines creative direction, practical design and clear brand storytelling across sectors where both strong aesthetics and reliable performance matter. Taking a fashion-led approach to uniform and apparel design, I develop multi product ranges guided by wearer insights and real-world observation. As a former Head of Design, I lead teams and guide clients from concept to launch—balancing on-brand creativity with function, feasibility and delivery quality.

Nihal Selimi

I’m a multi-product clothing designer with 15 years’ experience creating apparel solutions that enhance the wearer experience and deliver commercial impact. My work combines creative direction, practical design and clear brand storytelling across sectors where both strong aesthetics and reliable performance matter. Taking a fashion-led approach to uniform and apparel design, I develop multi product ranges guided by wearer insights and real-world observation. As a former Head of Design, I lead teams and guide clients from concept to launch—balancing on-brand creativity with function, feasibility and delivery quality.

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I’m a multi-product clothing designer with 15 years’ experience creating apparel solutions that enhance the wearer experience and deliver commercial impact. My work combines creative direction, practical design and clear brand storytelling across sectors where both strong aesthetics and reliable performance matter.

Taking a fashion-led approach to uniform and apparel design, I develop multi product ranges guided by wearer insights and real-world observation. As a former Head of Design, I lead teams and guide clients from concept to launch—balancing on-brand creativity with function, feasibility and delivery quality.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Design at Jermyn Street Design
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025
Directed all stages of design from concept to production, balancing priorities and deadlines across multiple projects. Collaborated with clients, operations teams and manufacturers to keep designs feasible, functional and on brand. Led and mentored the design team to improve output. Oversaw design audits to ensure compliance and quality standards were met. Selected and tested fabrics, integrating innovative and sustainable solutions. Attended exhibitions, fabric fairs and industry events to stay on top of trends and inform design. Provided input on collection strategy, balancing creativity with business goals.
Lead Designer at Fashionizer (UK)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Designed luxury hospitality and spa uniforms from concept to production. Supported client workshops, research sessions and design reviews.
Designer at Incorporatewear (UK) / Workwear Group (AUS)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Designed uniforms for retail, corporate and hospitality sectors. Assisted with seasonal ranges, brand campaigns and presentations. Designed and developed ready-to-wear uniform collections.

Education

at RMIT University
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
at Lectra CAD (RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
at RMIT University – Fashion, Textiles & Clothing
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
Lectra CAD (RMIT) at Lectra
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
Intertek – Fibres, Yarns & Fabric Testing at Intertek
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
ICCON Block Drafting at ICCON
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
Fashion, Textiles & Clothing at RMIT University
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026
Lectra CAD at RMIT University (Lectra CAD - RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026
Fibres, Yarns & Fabric Testing at Intertek
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026
Block Drafting at ICCON
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026

Qualifications

Intertek – Fibres, Yarns & Fabric Testing
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
ICCON Block Drafting
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026
Intertek – Fibres, Yarns & Fabric Testing
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026
Lectra CAD (RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026
ICCON Block Drafting
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other