IFRAH WASEEM

Contributed to design model development for global brands in an export footwear setting. Created sketches and developed patterns in iCAD Pro, established design standards for production, and reviewed production output against patterns to check fit and assembly accuracy. Built and explored a multi-category thesis collection, earning distinction, and tested different materials along with printing and embroidery techniques. Presented the thesis work across multiple thesis collections and also supported research into fashion trends to influence two women’s summer collections spanning footwear and accessories.

Designed footwear-related models for an export manufacturing supply chain supporting international brands. Created sketches and CAD Pro patterns, developed production design standards, and reviewed production output against patterns to verify fit and assembly accuracy. Contributed to multi-category thesis-style collections with award distinction, exploring different materials, printing, and embroidery techniques.

Supported footwear design tasks through sketching, concept development, and pattern/design documentation aligned with production requirements. Worked across tech packs and checked design details for accuracy during design-to-production translation.