I am a visionary textile innovation specialist, creative designer, and brand strategist from Sri Lanka, with a globally focused outlook. I’m currently pursuing a degree in fashion design and product development, specializing in textile design and advanced garment engineering. My expertise spans seamless knitting, compression technology, and technical pattern drafting, with hands-on experience using Shima Seiki flatbed knitting machines. I’ve collaborated with leading brands and athletes, adapting performance-focused garment solutions for both streetwear and sportswear. Passionate about cultural storytelling, eco-conscious design, and inclusive symbolism, I integrate sustainability and creativity into every project. My portfolio reflects a deep love for batik artistry alongside cutting-edge textile innovation, bridging tradition with modernity. Driven by curiosity and ambition, I am actively researching AI-focused Master’s programs to merge fashion with technology, aiming to pioneer new intersections between design and artificial intelligence. Beyond my technical skills, I thrive in collaborative environments, value clear and structured communication, and bring a youthful, socially impactful vision to my work.

Charuni Bandara

I am a visionary textile innovation specialist, creative designer, and brand strategist from Sri Lanka, with a globally focused outlook. I’m currently pursuing a degree in fashion design and product development, specializing in textile design and advanced garment engineering. My expertise spans seamless knitting, compression technology, and technical pattern drafting, with hands-on experience using Shima Seiki flatbed knitting machines. I’ve collaborated with leading brands and athletes, adapting performance-focused garment solutions for both streetwear and sportswear. Passionate about cultural storytelling, eco-conscious design, and inclusive symbolism, I integrate sustainability and creativity into every project. My portfolio reflects a deep love for batik artistry alongside cutting-edge textile innovation, bridging tradition with modernity. Driven by curiosity and ambition, I am actively researching AI-focused Master’s programs to merge fashion with technology, aiming to pioneer new intersections between design and artificial intelligence. Beyond my technical skills, I thrive in collaborative environments, value clear and structured communication, and bring a youthful, socially impactful vision to my work.

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I am a visionary textile innovation specialist, creative designer, and brand strategist from Sri Lanka, with a globally focused outlook. I’m currently pursuing a degree in fashion design and product development, specializing in textile design and advanced garment engineering. My expertise spans seamless knitting, compression technology, and technical pattern drafting, with hands-on experience using Shima Seiki flatbed knitting machines.

I’ve collaborated with leading brands and athletes, adapting performance-focused garment solutions for both streetwear and sportswear. Passionate about cultural storytelling, eco-conscious design, and inclusive symbolism, I integrate sustainability and creativity into every project. My portfolio reflects a deep love for batik artistry alongside cutting-edge textile innovation, bridging tradition with modernity.

Driven by curiosity and ambition, I am actively researching AI-focused Master’s programs to merge fashion with technology, aiming to pioneer new intersections between design and artificial intelligence. Beyond my technical skills, I thrive in collaborative environments, value clear and structured communication, and bring a youthful, socially impactful vision to my work.

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Language

Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent
English
Intermediate
Tamil
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Project/Intern - Fabric Technologist at Hela Apparel (Pvt) Ltd
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Supported end-to-end fabric development and contributed to supplier performance evaluation through monthly scorecards. Coordinated color matching and test request workflows to support fabric quality and development cycles. Completed design process training with the Design Team to understand both creative and technical aspects of product development. Undertook hands-on training at the Hela Laboratory to strengthen technical knowledge in fabric testing and analysis. Attended mill visits at Ocean Lanka and South Asia Textiles to observe production processes and supplier operations.

Education

Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Fashion Design and Product Development at University of Moratuwa
January 11, 2030 - June 19, 2026
Bachelors degree (Textile and Apparel Engineering; exact type not stated) at University of Moratuwa
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2025
Education (Pre-university; exact qualification not stated) at A/ Vidhyadarsha National College
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026

Qualifications

Demonstrator (EXMO / additional program; exact institution not stated)
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods