Nidhi Chaudhry
Fashion Designer
Mumbai
Summary
A creative & innovative fashion designer with over 15 years of experience in the industry.Skilled in conceptualizing & developing unique designs that reflect the current and upcoming fashion trends.Proficint in using various design softwares .Adept in collaborating with designers & other team members to achieve high goals & deadlines.Dedicated to remaining up to date with the latest fashion treands,while offering ideas & visuals to spark new trends.Bringing forth a true love for fashion.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR FASHION DESIGNER (Present)
LABEL NE’CHI
Mumbai
09.2024 - Current
- Attended trade shows and industry events to stay up-to-date on trends in the fashion industry.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings while maintaining quality standards throughout the production process.
- Generated new concepts for apparel lines based on market research results.
- Managed design process of new accessories to fit with clothing line.
- Established relationships with vendors to source fabrics and other materials for designs.
- Created trend boards showcasing color palettes, textures, and silhouettes for upcoming collections.
- Maintained accurate records of all design sketches, fabric selections within an organized filing system.
- Developed mockups or product samples using digital or manual design equipment.
- Updated online store inventory levels as needed for each season's collection.
- Collaborated with marketing staff to create promotional materials.
- Directed and coordinated team involved in drawing and constructing examples of finished products.
Senior Fashion Designer
Kedra Styles Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with the design team of Westside and Pantaloons to work on new seasonal developments and new concepts
- Communicated with manufacturers and suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Created sketches, technical drawings, and detailed tech packs for manufacturing.
- Designed and developed collections for utilising seasonal trends ,colour palettes and fabrics
- Conducted market research and trend analysis to inform design direction.
- Present design concepts and prototypes to clients for approval,incorporating feedback and making necessary adjustments
- Maintain an organized library of design inspirations, sketches, and fabric samples.
- Stay updated with fashion industry trends, attending trade shows, fashion weeks, and relevant industry events.
- Collaborated effectively with marketing teams to create visually captivating campaigns that showcased new collections successfully.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment for creativity to thrive.
- Streamlined design processes, reducing overall project timelines without compromising on quality or innovation.
Fashion Designer
Jinni Minni Exports
02.2018 - 04.2021
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Developed innovative textile designs that allowed for a higher degree of flexibility and comfort
- Maintained a working knowledge of fashion trends and consumer preferences to guide product selection
- Developed a lookbook showcasing the latest fashion trends to inspire customers
- Collaborated with designers and manufacturers to source and create new fashion lines
- Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
- Worked closely with production teams to ensure high-quality manufacturing and timely delivery of products.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
Pattern & Textile Designer
MG Processors
01.2011 - 07.2015
- Conducted trend research and analysis, allowing for timely creation of fresh and appealing textile designs.
- Established strong relationships with manufacturers to ensure seamless production processes from design through final delivery.
- Remained savvy in new and upcoming trends to design new patterns based on popularity and demand.
- Streamlined communication between production and design teams, ensuring smooth operations and reduced errors in manufacturing.
- Attended industry trade shows to stay current on trends, materials, and technologies, informing future design strategies.
- Developed custom fabric designs for clients, leading to repeat business and positive customer feedback.
Fashion Designer
Payal Singhal
02.2007 - 03.2009
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Conceptualized and developed designs for women's ethnic wear.
- Collaborated with cross functional teams, including merchandising & production to ensure designs meet business objectives.
- Created technical sketches and patterns using design software's & manual methods .
- Researched & analyzed fashion trends to stay up to date on current & upcoming styles.
- Assessed products fit & styles during fashion shows & adjusted specifications to obtain desired appearance fulfilling presentation
objectives. - Choose colours , fabrics , trims to illustrate new concepts to buyers .
Fashion Design Intern
Anita Dongre
02.2006 - 11.2006
- Assisted designers at fashion photo shoots, tracking accessories and dressing models.
- Gained exposure to various aspects of fashion business operations, including production management and quality control procedures.
- Assisted in increasing sales potential by providing input on product merchandising strategies during showroom setup procedures.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining organized and clean design studio spaces.
Education
Mumbai University , BCOM 2004
INIFD , 4 YEARS DIPLOMA FASHION DESIGN,MUMBAI
INIFD ,1 YEAR DIPLOMA FASHION MERCHANDISING
MUMBAISkills
- Digital Sketching PROCREATE
- Collection planning
- Material innovation
- Fashion marketing
- Fabric sourcing
- Fashion styling
- Trend analysis
Timeline
SENIOR FASHION DESIGNER (Present)
LABEL NE’CHI
09.2024 - Current
Senior Fashion Designer
Kedra Styles Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - 07.2024
Fashion Designer
Jinni Minni Exports
02.2018 - 04.2021
Pattern & Textile Designer
MG Processors
01.2011 - 07.2015
Fashion Designer
Payal Singhal
02.2007 - 03.2009
Fashion Design Intern
Anita Dongre
02.2006 - 11.2006
Mumbai University , BCOM 2004
INIFD , 4 YEARS DIPLOMA FASHION DESIGN,MUMBAI
INIFD ,1 YEAR DIPLOMA FASHION MERCHANDISING
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