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Biography

Elie Jesmani is a dynamic and passionate designer who is excited to apply her unique creativity and energy to the fashion world. Born and raised in the provincial Iranian city of Yazd, not far from the Ancient Persian ruins of the mighty Persepolis, Elie was raised by parents who encouraged her to appreciate everything and everyone around her. While she began her adult life earning a master’s degree in Biology, the allure of an industry that reflects both culture and social attitudes appealed more to her creative mindset.  Her open-minded nature has allowed Elie to lead an international lifestyle, with bases in both Canada and Iran. The history and traditions of Iran, coupled with the optimism and natural beauty of Canada, bring inspiration to her designs. In her free time, Elie finds further inspiration from wandering, both literally in her environment and figuratively in the worlds of English and Persian literature. Elie was a senior advisor at a family owned construction company, where she did various work with different departments within the company, from advising the architecture team (interior design) to marketing and material/product purchasing.

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Gravity, collection by Elie Jesmani | VFW SS20

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver
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FASHIONPROTECT

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver
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EVENING WEAR

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver
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DAILY WEAR

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver
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DRAPING

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver
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STYLING

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver
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HANDCRAFT

by Elie Jesmani
Fashion Design
LaSalle College Vancouver

Skills

Fashion Design
Fashion Sketching/illustration
Construction
Pattern Making
DrapingTime Management
Team Leadership
Project CoordinationMicrosoft Office
Gerber
Adobe illustrator

Experiences


Fashion Designer, SS 2020 Collection, Vancouver Fashion Week
Teacher’s Assistant, Fashion Program, LaSalle College Vancouver,
October 2019 – Present
Sales Associate, Gucci (Holt Renfrew), October 2018 – January 2019
Co-Founder, AL.EL. Enterprises Corp, March 2011 – Present


Education

Fashion Design, LaSalle College Vancouver
MSc in Biology(Iran)
Certificate, Jewelry Design
Certificate, Drawing and Painting
Certificate, Makeup Artist

Honors and Awards

VFW2020 Collection VFW (Vancouver Fashion Week)
Creator, FASHION2PROTECT, connecting Biology with Fashion in response to COVID-19
Skills Canada, April 2019 (BC Provincial competitions provide unsurpassed opportunities to connect with the next generation of skilled workers and learners.)
Dean’s Honour Roll, 2019
Honour Roll, 2018