Sahra Bukhari
Textile/Surface Design BFA
Fashion Institute of Technology FIT
Graduates: 2026
Specialisms: Apparel / Textiles - Print / Womenswear
My location: Houston, United States
Sahra Bukhari
First Name: Sahra
Last Name: Bukhari
University / College: Fashion Institute of Technology FIT
Course / Program: Textile/Surface Design BFA
Graduates: 2026
Specialisms: Apparel / Textiles - Print / Womenswear
My Location: Houston, United States
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About
I am an experienced fashion student, designer, and founder of Sahra Atelier, with a background that combines creative design, fashion business, branding, and communications. I hold a BFA in Textile Surface Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and have also completed studies in Fashion Business Essentials at Parsons School of Design, Fashion Advertising at University of the Arts London (UAL), and LVMH certification in Creation & Branding and Retail & Client Experience. I also earned a Marketable Skills Achievement Award in Digital Communications from Houston City College. As I continue to build my new business, Sahra Atelier, focusing on handbags, jewelry, and outerwear, I am also continuing my education to deepen my understanding of the business side of the fashion industry. I am currently enrolled at Houston City College and the Fashion Institute of Technology, pursuing additional associate-level studies in fashion business and management. My goal is to strengthen both my creative and commercial knowledge so I can continue developing Sahra Atelier with a strong foundation in design, branding, merchandising, and business strategy. My work has received international recognition, including Gold at the French Fashion Awards, Gold at the London Design Awards, Gold at the Rome Design Awards, and Platinum at the International Excellence Awards for “Threads of Hope.” I was also named a North America winner of the Global Sustainability Awards, received Second Place in the FGI Dallas Digital Fashion Portfolio competition, had one bag named La Luna Rose handbag accepted into the Accessories Council Design Excellence Awards, and currently I amshortlisted for the Arts Thread Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2026 in Accessories. I don’t believe there is an age limit to pursuing your dreams. I’m proud to have gained experience working with and around respected fashion names such as Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, and Calvin Klein, and I have also explored entrepreneurship through launching a skincare line and a menswear line. Those experiences helped shape my creative direction, but they also showed me how important the business side of fashion is. That is why I am continuing my education to strengthen my understanding of fashion business, merchandising, branding, and strategy. I’m now very excited to bring everything I’ve learned into the next chapter of my journey with the launch of Sahra Atelier, focusing on sculptural handbags, jewelry, and outerwear.
Concept – “Fluid Strength” This design explores the balance between structure and movement, combining a sculpted silhouette with dramatic, flowing extensions. The rich red tone symbolizes intensity, confidence, and transformation, while the elongated draped sleeves create a sense of motion and emotional expression. The piece is designed to feel powerful yet fluid—like strength that evolves rather than resists. The gathered texture radiates from the body, emphasizing form while allowing the garment to move organically with the wearer, creating a striking visual narrative of control and release. Sketch Development The sketches play a crucial role in translating this vision into form. Through line work, proportion studies, and drape exploration, the design evolves from concept to structure. The annotated sketch highlights construction points, fabric behavior, and volume placement, ensuring the balance between fitted structure and dramatic flow is intentional. The hand-drawn process allows for experimentation with silhouette, movement, and textile direction, making the final garment both refined and expressive. Sustainability Concept Sustainability is integrated through thoughtful material and construction choices. The design can be developed using responsibly sourced or recycled textiles, with an emphasis on durability and timeless appeal rather than fast-fashion trends. The modular nature of the extended draped elements allows adaptability offering multiple styling possibilities and extending the garment’s lifecycle. By focusing on craftsmanship, quality, and emotional value, the piece encourages long-term wear and reduces waste, aligning fashion with conscious design and mindful consumption.