I'm Nalinda Perera, a versatile Senior Associate Designer with global experience in menswear, womenswear, outdoor and activewear. I lead cross-brand co-design projects, drive sustainable fabric innovation, and manage end-to-end product development from trend research to tech packs. I collaborate with 3D and digital design teams to create market-relevant collections while mentoring a team of designers and coordinating with international clients. I thrive in collaborative environments, weaving brand DNA with storytelling to deliver fluid, movement-focused fashion that serves both purpose and culture. I’m passionate about performance-driven design, sustainability, and mentoring teams to push creative boundaries while meeting business goals.

Nalinda Perera

I'm Nalinda Perera, a versatile Senior Associate Designer with global experience in menswear, womenswear, outdoor and activewear. I lead cross-brand co-design projects, drive sustainable fabric innovation, and manage end-to-end product development from trend research to tech packs. I collaborate with 3D and digital design teams to create market-relevant collections while mentoring a team of designers and coordinating with international clients. I thrive in collaborative environments, weaving brand DNA with storytelling to deliver fluid, movement-focused fashion that serves both purpose and culture. I’m passionate about performance-driven design, sustainability, and mentoring teams to push creative boundaries while meeting business goals.

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I’m Nalinda Perera, a versatile Senior Associate Designer with global experience in menswear, womenswear, outdoor and activewear. I lead cross-brand co-design projects, drive sustainable fabric innovation, and manage end-to-end product development from trend research to tech packs. I collaborate with 3D and digital design teams to create market-relevant collections while mentoring a team of designers and coordinating with international clients.

I thrive in collaborative environments, weaving brand DNA with storytelling to deliver fluid, movement-focused fashion that serves both purpose and culture. I’m passionate about performance-driven design, sustainability, and mentoring teams to push creative boundaries while meeting business goals.

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Work Experience

Senior Associate Designer (Design & Development, Sportswear) at Star Garments Group Pvt Ltd
June 1, 2024 - Present
Lead designer for multiple brands and retailers, delivering market-relevant collections across menswear, womenswear, outdoor and activewear. Managed a team of four designers and mentored co-design projects with international clients. Oversaw trend research, range planning, fabric/trim sourcing, print/color development, and tech pack creation; collaborated with 3D and digital design teams for virtual collections; aligned design output with brand goals and pricing.
Designer at Star Garments Group Pvt Ltd
June 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Provided technical support to design, pre-production, brand management, and production teams for Victoria’s Secret & PINK. Assisted in live fittings, calibration sessions, and innovation projects; managed fit tracking, pattern adjustments, and FLEX system updates.
Contractor Technical Designer at Victoria's Secret & Co Regional Branch Sri Lanka
February 1, 2023 - October 21, 2025
Provided technical design support; participated in live fittings, calibration sessions, and innovation projects; managed fit tracking, pattern adjustments, and FLEX system updates.
Intern, Product Development at Brandix Lanka Pvt Ltd
January 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Supported product development activities within a fast-paced apparel production environment.
Social Media Manager at ACAPELLA Pvt Limited
December 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Developed and executed social media strategy for a cancer charity, including content planning, posting schedules, and community engagement.

Education

BA Hons Fashion Design & Marketing (First Class) at Northumbria University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
General Certificate of Education Advanced Level at Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Certificate in CLOD at Virtual Pandora ltd
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Colour Management of Textiles at Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Certificate in CLOD
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Colour Management of Textiles
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment