Freelance Pattern Cutter, Sample Machinist & Garment Developer - MOWALOLA - Lagos
Lagos Collection SS25
- Developed and altered patterns across jackets, trousers and underwear.
- Flat drafted and draped garments for design development and fit refinement.
- Produced toiles, bespoke samples and Show ready garments.
- Created final master patterns for collection development.
Freelance Design Consultant, Head Pattern Cutter & Sample Developer - WHITE WALLS
SS26 & AW26 Menswear
- Led pattern cutting, toile development and garment sampling across seasonal collections.
- Contributed to design direction, branding and collection development.
- Assisting Production of CADs and technical packs
- Developed silhouettes through draping and stand work across tailoring, shirts and trousers.
- Liaised with factories to refine samples and resolve construction issues and develop factory-ready patterns.
- Researched fabrics, references and construction methods to support collection development.
Designer, Pattern Cutter & Garment Developer - CAMERON JUKES STUDIO
(2024-01)
Self-Employed
- Designed and produced bespoke garments and client commissions from concept to completion.
- Consulted directly with clients on design, fit and garment development.
- Specialised in draping, pattern cutting, sampling and structural garment engineering.
- Produced technical drawings, CADs and production-ready patterns.
- Worked extensively with leather, suede and specialist materials.
- Developed custom performance garments, including technical corsetry for dancers from the Royal Ballet New York.
- Conducted ongoing research and development to translate concepts into resolved 3D garments.
Studio Intern - BRADLEY SHARPE
(2022-03 - 2022-05)
- Assisted with pattern cutting, fabric preparation and garment construction.
- Supported fittings, toile development and day-to-day studio operations.
Bespoke Tailoring Intern - COCK OF THE WALK
(2022-06 - 2022-07)
- Assisted with bespoke tailoring, garment cutting and pad stitching.
- Supported fittings, client consultations and alteration processes.
- Recorded measurements and communicated alteration requirements during garment development.
- Gained experience in bespoke suit construction from initial consultation through final fitting.