I am a Creative Textile Designer with 5 years of experience in textile and fashion design, specializing in collection development, trend research, and material-led innovation. I possess a strong understanding of fashion textiles and their application in line with brand identity, consumer needs, and market positioning. I have experience in integrating innovation into product and textile development, with the ability to translate emerging trends into commercially viable, design-forward outcomes.

Mrinalini Mahato

I am a Creative Textile Designer with 5 years of experience in textile and fashion design, specializing in collection development, trend research, and material-led innovation. I possess a strong understanding of fashion textiles and their application in line with brand identity, consumer needs, and market positioning. I have experience in integrating innovation into product and textile development, with the ability to translate emerging trends into commercially viable, design-forward outcomes.

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I am a Creative Textile Designer with 5 years of experience in textile and fashion design, specializing in collection development, trend research, and material-led innovation.

I possess a strong understanding of fashion textiles and their application in line with brand identity, consumer needs, and market positioning. I have experience in integrating innovation into product and textile development, with the ability to translate emerging trends into commercially viable, design-forward outcomes.

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Language

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Bengali
Intermediate

Work Experience

Design Studio Manager (Sr) at Arvind Ltd
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Collaborated with the Chairman’s team on textile innovation and fast-paced production, adopting AI tools to automate workflows and support both design and production solutions.
Associate Designer Studio Manager (Exports) at Arvind Ltd
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Led the development of seasonal and exclusive print collections; contributed to yarn-dyed woven developments, bottom weights, and wash concepts through in-depth product and market research. Collaborated with major brands including Reliance-GAP, Alt Theory, Outfit, Netplay, Lee Cooper, Yousta, and ABFRL brands to deliver market-aligned textile solutions. Introduced commercially successful textiles innovations that increased product adoption (30% rise in casual print developments; 10% increase in adoption of mesh and open warp knit structures).
Associate Designer Studio Manager (Domestic) at Arvind Ltd
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Led the development of seasonal and exclusive print collections; contributed to yarn-dyed woven developments, bottom weights, and wash concepts; collaborated with major brands; built a structured design archive and drove improvements.
Get-Design Studio Trainee at Arvind Ltd
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Get-Design Studio Trainee: Woven, Shirting (Exports); Led the development of seasonal and exclusive print collections.
Assistant Designer Studio Manager (Domestic) at Arvind Ltd
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Led development of domestic woven and shirting print collections and contributed to product and market research.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor's of Design
January 11, 2030 - April 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Retail, Other