I’m TD Imashi Nikeshala Alwis, a fashion designer who enjoys turning ideas into well-finished, market-ready collections. From my internship through professional roles, I’ve worked across the full design process—researching trends, developing concepts, creating patterns, selecting fabrics and color palettes, and ensuring every detail matches the intended look and target customer needs. I’m especially passionate about kidswear and have experience designing for infants, boys, teens, and girls, balancing creativity with comfort and commercial appeal. I’ve also supported licensed collections by aligning designs with international brand guidelines while still keeping regional consumer preferences in mind. With strong skills in sewing, illustration, and presentation, I bring a proactive, detail-focused approach to every stage of garment development.…

T D Imashi Nikeshala Alwis

I’m TD Imashi Nikeshala Alwis, a fashion designer who enjoys turning ideas into well-finished, market-ready collections. From my internship through professional roles, I’ve worked across the full design process—researching trends, developing concepts, creating patterns, selecting fabrics and color palettes, and ensuring every detail matches the intended look and target customer needs. I’m especially passionate about kidswear and have experience designing for infants, boys, teens, and girls, balancing creativity with comfort and commercial appeal. I’ve also supported licensed collections by aligning designs with international brand guidelines while still keeping regional consumer preferences in mind. With strong skills in sewing, illustration, and presentation, I bring a proactive, detail-focused approach to every stage of garment development.…

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I’m TD Imashi Nikeshala Alwis, a fashion designer who enjoys turning ideas into well-finished, market-ready collections. From my internship through professional roles, I’ve worked across the full design process—researching trends, developing concepts, creating patterns, selecting fabrics and color palettes, and ensuring every detail matches the intended look and target customer needs.

I’m especially passionate about kidswear and have experience designing for infants, boys, teens, and girls, balancing creativity with comfort and commercial appeal. I’ve also supported licensed collections by aligning designs with international brand guidelines while still keeping regional consumer preferences in mind. With strong skills in sewing, illustration, and presentation, I bring a proactive, detail-focused approach to every stage of garment development.

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Language

Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Fashion Designer at MAS Intimates
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Gained experience in kidswear design within the team, supporting seasonal concept development, trend research, fabric and color coordination, graphic/print design, collection planning, and garment detailing. Contributed to Sri Lanka’s first officially licensed collections featuring globally recognized brands (including Warner Bros and Sanrio) while ensuring designs follow international brand guidelines and remain relevant to regional consumer preferences. Also collaborated with the ladieswear team to support women’s fashion design, silhouette development, trend interpretation, and product development.
Fashion Designer (Intern) at MAS Intimates
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Joined as an intern at MAS Intimates and supported multiple brands and product development for the Spring/Summer 24 India collection. Assisted with preparation, research, and execution of design directions chosen by seniors and buyers. Worked on stitching and garment completion for the intended market, while contributing to overall collection follow-up and coordination to support successful delivery after multiple months of hands-on work.
Fashion Designer (Internship) at MAS Intimates
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Worked as an intern supporting multiple brands and collection prep for the Summer 2024 India collection. Assisted with pattern-making and making processes, including stitching garments based on senior designers’ choices and buyer requirements. Supported work across garment categories such as bras, panty packs, sleepwear, and details like cad work and lace designs. Prepared and followed up collections for distribution for the company’s intended market, ensuring alignment with collection requirements.
Fashion Designer at MAS Intimates
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Designed and helped deliver multiple intimates/ready-to-wear collections with a focus on fit, detailing, and production follow-through. Worked on tasks including papering/pattern work, making/assembling garments, and supporting collection timelines during the 2023 internship season. Collaborated with teams to ensure designs align with brand guidelines while matching market preferences, including coordinating distribution-related steps for the collection.

Education

BA (Hons) in Fashion Designing at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (via Completed G.C.E. A/L at Visakha Vidyalaya; exact start/end dates not provided)
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2026
B.A (Hons) in Fashion Designing at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (via Completed G.C.E. A/L examination; and modules listed for Visakhavidyalaya)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
G.C.E. A/L (Art Stream) at Visakhavidyalaya
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
BA (Hons) in Fashion Designing at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods