AboutSharafiya
A designer who teaches,
a teacher who designs.
I am an experienced fashion stylist and designer, art mentor and digital illustrator with a proven track record of teaching Cambridge IGCSE Art in the Maldives. Skilled in fashion designer software, styling and makeover — I build every collection from mood board to finished silhouette.
Based between Kerala and the Maldives, my practice moves across fashion design, personal styling, illustration and art education — treating every collection and every classroom the same way: as a place to build something considered, by hand.
What I Bring to the Table
Proficient in 3D drawing, illustration, Photoshop, Clo3D, Marvelous Designer, CAD and Blender.
Creative fashion stylist with an eye for detail.
Makeup artist experienced across editorial and bridal techniques.
Designs engaging, technology-integrated art curricula and lesson plans.
Background in digital marketing — social media and content creation.
Strong communication, merchandising and interpersonal skills.
Experience
Creative Art Teacher
Ministry of Education, Maldives- Designer software instruction (Adobe Creative Suite)
- Art & design techniques — drawing, painting, 3D designing, Canva
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Classroom management and student assessment
Fashion Merchandiser & Designer
Owleto E-commerce, Calicut, India- Designed and developed fashion merchandise for an e-commerce line
- Collaborated cross-functionally so product design met market demand
- Conducted trend research and analysis for original designs
- Coordinated with suppliers and manufacturers on delivery
- Implemented digital marketing strategies to promote product
Stylist & Makeup Artist
Maverik Studio (under Owleto), Calicut, India- Styling and makeup for fashion shoots and campaigns
- Collaborated with photographers and models on visual direction
- Tracked seasonal trends and industry technique
- Built and maintained a styling & makeup portfolio
Merchandiser Intern
North Republic, Bangalore, India- Assisted senior designers with sketches and technical drawings
- Participated in fabric sourcing and selection
- Conducted fittings and garment alterations
- Contributed to mood boards and trend presentations
Learning the Craft
B.Sc. Fashion & Costume Designing
MES College of Art & Science, Chathamangalam
Higher Secondary
JSR Higher Secondary School
SSLC
International Indian School, KSA