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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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
    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.