Habeiba Soliman

An Egyptian certified Fashion designer with a Bachelor degree in Business Marketing from the American University of Cairo and a fashion design certification from Esmod French Fashion Institute in Dubai. 

On October 2016, I launched my first brand AITCH based in Egypt. I specialized in Casual chic wear and later, Bridal and Evening wear. 

Aitch by Habeiba Fashion Company, Egypt — Founder and Creative Director

OCTOBER  2016 - PRESENT

• Launched over 15 Ready to Wear Casual-chic seasonal collections and a few Capsule Collection including “Ramadan Modest Wear”, The Power Suit”, and “Magnolia” RTW Evening Gowns Collection.
• Analyzing Trends, spotting the new seasonal color palettes, cuts and fabrics
• Sketching for RTW and Custom-made bridal & evening gowns
• Launched two bridal collections and two ready-made evening wear collections
• Designed more than 30 custom-made Bridal gowns 
• Leading  marketing and PR strategy  to expand our  social media platforms
• Leading  the brand’s financials with accountants to drive profitable & sustainable growth.
• Handling work with exhibitors & high-end boutiques to showcase  our newest pieces
• Leading client management to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty. 
• Dealing & negotiating with fabric merchandisers inside and outside the country

Esmod French Institute, Dubai — Fashion design 

Aug  2015 - Aug 2016

• Professional Sketching
• Fundamentals of Pattern Drafting/ Making
• One Collection Portfolio Graduation Submission- PASS
• Freelance fashion design project

American University in Cairo, Egypt — Bachelor of Business Admin

Sep  2011 - Apr  2015

• Major: Business Administration, Management 
• Concentration: Marketing, Minor: Psychology
• Overall GPA: 3.738
• Major GPA: 
• Coursework: Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Consumer Behavior, Digital Marketing, Consulting, Management, Business Strategy, Finance, Accounting, and Economics.

Nefertari American International School, Egypt — High School Diploma 

Sep  1998 - June  2011

• GPA: 3.8 (Highest Honors)