Fashion and leather product developer with a degree in Leather Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). Experienced in developing leather garments and collections, with industry exposure through SM Lulla where I worked on international developments including projects aligned with Hugo Boss. Skilled in material sourcing, colour development, garment construction, and translating design concepts into production-ready products. Interested in contributing to contemporary brands through thoughtful design and strong technical development.…

Disha Midha

Fashion and leather product developer with a degree in Leather Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). Experienced in developing leather garments and collections, with industry exposure through SM Lulla where I worked on international developments including projects aligned with Hugo Boss. Skilled in material sourcing, colour development, garment construction, and translating design concepts into production-ready products. Interested in contributing to contemporary brands through thoughtful design and strong technical development.…

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Fashion and leather product developer with a degree in Leather Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). Experienced in developing leather garments and collections, with industry exposure through SM Lulla where I worked on international developments including projects aligned with Hugo Boss. Skilled in material sourcing, colour development, garment construction, and translating design concepts into production-ready products. Interested in contributing to contemporary brands through thoughtful design and strong technical development.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Product developer - Full Time at S.M. Lulla Industries World Wide
January 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Design process, trend analysis and forecasting, pattern making, garment construction, and related styling tasks to develop production-ready garments. Was in charge for making samples for the fashion brands/clients. CMF Designing.
Apparel Design Intern at Nandri Trust / Ari Embroidery Craft Experience
June 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
In this 2-month internship, I supported the sampling department, studied leather garment export houses, translated buyer concepts into samples, and contributed to seasonal design briefs. I collaborated on trend research and assisted with production coordination, involving client brands including Zara, Massimo Dutti, Theory and Hugo Boss.
Apparel Design Intern at S.M. Lulla Industries Worldwide
June 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Two-month apparel design internship focusing on leather garment exports; performed sampling, design development, trend analysis; collaborated with global clients such as Zara, Massimo Dutti, Theory, Hugo Boss.
Volunteer - Aari Embroidery at Nandri Trust
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023
Participated in aari embroidery craft project under Craft Cluster initiative; assisted with design development and documentation of techniques.
Volunteer - Aari Embroidery at Nandri Trust
February 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024
Continued involvement in aari embroidery efforts; contributed to craft documentation and community engagement.
Stall Setup Designer at World Designer’s Fair / NIFT Chennai
October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Visited and volunteered for stall setup and fair preparations; supported leather apparel and product displays during IILF/World Designer’s Fair.
Intern at SM Lulla Industries World Wide, India
June 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Assisted in apparel sampling coordination and seasonal design research; supported garment development processes including trims, measurements, and documentation; gained exposure to production workflows and export merchandising requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology, India
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
CGPA - 7.9
AS & A Levels / Higher Secondary at Junior College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology, Chennai
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

CGPA 7.9 - National Institute of Fashion Technology, Chennai
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2025
AS & A Levels (IGCSE)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
NZ Permanent Residence holder
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
Class 1 Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other
    paper Apparel Design collection

    Developing 2 Deign collections for sampling purposes of 2 Leading fashion brands, From choosing the relevant themes based on trends from WGSN.
    based on that developing the silhouette, design, material and finishing.