I'm a fashion designer and branding consultant with a focus on denim and non-denim for both men's and women's wear. I excel at trend forecasting, line development, tech pack specifications, wash innovations, branding, and fabric direction, while delivering cohesive concepts across marketing, merchandising, and product development. I thrive under tight deadlines, lead teams, and collaborate with suppliers across Europe and Asia to create high-quality, sustainable products. My work blends design, strategy, and travel to bring fresh ideas to diverse brands and markets.

Kiran Bhogal

I'm a fashion designer and branding consultant with a focus on denim and non-denim for both men's and women's wear. I excel at trend forecasting, line development, tech pack specifications, wash innovations, branding, and fabric direction, while delivering cohesive concepts across marketing, merchandising, and product development. I thrive under tight deadlines, lead teams, and collaborate with suppliers across Europe and Asia to create high-quality, sustainable products. My work blends design, strategy, and travel to bring fresh ideas to diverse brands and markets.

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I’m a fashion designer and branding consultant with a focus on denim and non-denim for both men’s and women’s wear. I excel at trend forecasting, line development, tech pack specifications, wash innovations, branding, and fabric direction, while delivering cohesive concepts across marketing, merchandising, and product development.

I thrive under tight deadlines, lead teams, and collaborate with suppliers across Europe and Asia to create high-quality, sustainable products. My work blends design, strategy, and travel to bring fresh ideas to diverse brands and markets.

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Language

English
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Consultant - Fashion & Branding at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2012 - Present
Introducing circular and sustainable strategies; trend research, DNA development, concept design, design development of garments and branding; selecting and directing fabrics, fits, washes and finishes; presenting ideas to management & product developers; maintaining supplier relations in Europe and Asia.
Senior Woven Designer at Inditex / ONLY True Streetwear
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Worked with denim wash specialist to investigate trends; designing & developing denim/non-denim pants, leather jackets, outerwear, shirts, and branding; fitting garments; coordinating with buyers; extensive supplier liaison across Asia, Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, Spain & Portugal; trips to denim laundry to establish commercial & high-quality washes.
Senior Denim Designer - Zara Woman Premium Division at Bestseller / Zara
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Responsible for denim design for Zara Woman Premium Division; collaborating with suppliers, fitting, and market feedback.
Head of Denim Centre Operations at Denim Centre
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Overseeing denim centre operations, fabric selections, fitting and finishes for NOOS and seasonal collections; maintaining brand identity across divisions; supplier liaison in Europe and Asia.
Creative Consultant at Various Brands (Fashion & Branding)
January 1, 2012 - Present
Trend research, DNA development, concept design and garment branding; introducing circular and sustainable strategies; selecting and directing fabrics, fits, washes and finishes; presenting ideas and styles to management and product developers; continuous contact with suppliers and mills in Europe and Asia; frequent inspiration trips to trade shows to ensure high-quality products; attending and contributing ideas in fit meetings.
Senior Denim Designer/Product Developer at Bestseller - ZARA Woman Premium Division
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
La Coruña, Spain 2011 - 2012; designing and developing denim and non-denim products; coordinating with buyers; weekly review of bestsellers; engaging with suppliers in China; improving product and fit.
Denim Centre Lead at Denim Centre
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Overseeing denim centre activities, including fabric selection, fitting, and finishes within price points; maintaining clear brand identity; regular supplier liaison in Europe and Asia; inspiration trips and collaboration with branding for DNA.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Technology (2:1) at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
A-Levels at Cadbury Sixth Form College
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
GCSEs (12 subjects, grades A-C) at College High School
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
BA (Hons) Fashion design with Technology (2:1) at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
A-Levels at Cadbury Sixth Form College
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
GCSEs at College High School
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services