I’m Nilushika Dias, a technical fashion designer and apparel product development consultant with 9+ years of experience across garment fit, construction, and technical design for international apparel brands. I lead end-to-end product development—from concept creation and trend research to CAD/technical flats, fit evaluations, tech packs, and production readiness—while collaborating smoothly with buyers, merchandising teams, suppliers, and internal technical departments. I enjoy turning seasonal business goals into commercially strong collections across performance wear, intimates, athleisure, outerwear, childrenswear, and maternity wear. My work includes creating detailed pattern and construction documentation, coordinating risk analysis for seamless and garment processes, and supporting innovation and new product development through prototypes, AOP/placement print development, and print & embellishment planning.…

Nilushika Dias

I’m Nilushika Dias, a technical fashion designer and apparel product development consultant with 9+ years of experience across garment fit, construction, and technical design for international apparel brands. I lead end-to-end product development—from concept creation and trend research to CAD/technical flats, fit evaluations, tech packs, and production readiness—while collaborating smoothly with buyers, merchandising teams, suppliers, and internal technical departments. I enjoy turning seasonal business goals into commercially strong collections across performance wear, intimates, athleisure, outerwear, childrenswear, and maternity wear. My work includes creating detailed pattern and construction documentation, coordinating risk analysis for seamless and garment processes, and supporting innovation and new product development through prototypes, AOP/placement print development, and print & embellishment planning.…

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I’m Nilushika Dias, a technical fashion designer and apparel product development consultant with 9+ years of experience across garment fit, construction, and technical design for international apparel brands. I lead end-to-end product development—from concept creation and trend research to CAD/technical flats, fit evaluations, tech packs, and production readiness—while collaborating smoothly with buyers, merchandising teams, suppliers, and internal technical departments.

I enjoy turning seasonal business goals into commercially strong collections across performance wear, intimates, athleisure, outerwear, childrenswear, and maternity wear. My work includes creating detailed pattern and construction documentation, coordinating risk analysis for seamless and garment processes, and supporting innovation and new product development through prototypes, AOP/placement print development, and print & embellishment planning.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Technical Fashion Designer & Product Development Consultant
June 1, 2025 - Present
Leads design and development of seasonal product ranges for ladies, men’s, kids, and maternity wear including underwear, casual and outerwear. Prepares technical sketches, tech packs, and conducts Risk Analysis (RA) and prototype reviews with technical teams. Conducts trend and competitor research to identify product opportunities; executes fit and construction for seamless and wearable tech products. Supports innovation initiatives with internal innovation and central teams.
Nilushika Dias Fashion Designer | Apparel Product Development Specialist at Lidl (via technical product development work)
March 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Designed and developed seasonal ranges and product line-ups, preparing technical packs, risk analysis, and prototype/review materials for technical teams. Managed fit and construction activities for seamless performance wear and wearable technology products. Supported supplier collaboration and product development execution in innovation projects including product/collection initiatives referenced as “BECOm” and “Saplaceor (Active)”. Worked with internal innovation/design teams, contributing to design studio assignments and advanced training activities related to seamless pattern making, fit and construction, and technical brand programs.
Design & Product Development Trainee / Executive Training roles at Brandix Apparel Solutions (per resume references)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Participated in structured training programs focused on fashion design and garment construction, including seam work and technical development. Completed training covering technical documentation, fit and construction, and brand apparel development processes. Developed program-related competence supporting day-to-day product development workflows.
Fashion Designer / Product Development (MAS Active Linea Intimo) at MAS Activewear
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Managed product development for innovation projects including items referenced in the resume (e.g., 'BECOM' and 'Saplaceor') and supported design and development activities. Contributed to developing garment construction approaches and supported innovation-focused garment outcomes.
Senior Fashion Designer (Fit & Construction Executive Training / Product Development Department / Training & Certification) at Brandix Apparel Solutions
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Contributed to design and development in multiple training and product-development roles within the apparel organization. Supported development of design studio projects, participated in advanced Lean management training, and completed Fit & Construction training. Strengthened communication and brand support through internal programs. Participated in product development activities for apparel lines including seamless knit and related garment construction and fit evaluation workflows.
Fashion Designer (Apparel Product Development Specialist) / Technical Design & Garment Construction Executive at Brandix Apparel Solutions
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2023
Produced and developed fashion concepts into customer-ready product line-ups through collaboration with merchandising, sampling for fabrics/trims/prints/embellishments, and support for customer visits. Developed seamless patterns and conducted fit evaluations, sharing feedback with engineers to optimize knitting programs. Created initial product specifications and tech packs for innovative seamless products. Collaborated on construction and bonding solutions for global activewear brands, and managed product development for innovation projects (e.g., “BECOM” and “Saplace ar” as referenced).
Senior Fashion Designer (Fit & Construction Executive Trainee / Internship / Product Development Department) at Brandix Apparel Solutions
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Collaborated with merchandising, sampling for fabric/trim/prints/embellishment development. Presented design concepts and line-ups to customers and supported customer visits. Developed seamless patterns and conducted fit evaluations; provided feedback to engineers to optimize knitting programs. Created initial specifications and tech packs for innovative seamless products. Explored garment construction and bonding solutions for global activewear brands including Lululemon, Puma, Patagonia, and Nike.
Senior Fashion Designer (IT) / Fit & Construction Executive (Training)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Completed training and operational development activities focused on fit and construction, including advanced lean management program participation and digital fashion innovation specialization support. Contributed to design and development work associated with referenced programs and collections.
Technical Fashion Designer at Salford & Co. / Brandix Apparel Solutions (per resume references)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2023
Led design and technical development for seasonal ranges across ladies, men’s, kids, and maternity wear, including underwear, casual, and outerwear. Prepared technical sketches, tech packs, and conducted fit evaluations; provided feedback to engineers to optimize knitting programs. Developed seamless patterns, managed fit evaluations, and created initial specifications and tech packs for innovative seamless products. Explored construction and bonding solutions for global activewear brands including Lululemon, Puma, Patagonia, and Nike. Managed product development for innovation projects including “BECOM” and “Saplacor.” Collaborated with merchandising, sampling, and engineering teams on fabric, trims, prints, and embellishments development; presented concepts and supported customer visits; also contributed to design studio projects and trainings.
Fashion Designer / Product Development (Intern / Product Development Department) at MAS Activewear Linea Intimo
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Supported product development for intimate wear lines, including sample development and fit evaluation. Collaborated with merchandisers and engineering teams on fabric, trims, prints, and embellishment development, and presented design concepts and product line-ups for customer support. Developed seamless patterns, conducted fit evaluations, provided feedback to engineers to optimize knitting programs, and created initial specifications and tech packs for innovative seamless products. Explored construction and bonding solutions for global activewear brands such as lululemon, Puma, Patagonia, and Nike.
Product Development / Line Internship (MAS Linea Intimo) at MAS Linea Intimo
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Participated in design and development training including BECOM and Saplacar innovation projects, and supported studio design developments for internal initiatives. Completed advanced training in lean management, seam/fit/construction, and brand ix apparel solutions programs.
Internship / Product Development Department (Fashion/Technical) at Brandix Apparel Solutions (per resume references)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Supported product development activities with sampling collaboration across fabric, trims, prints, and embellishments. Assisted with presenting design concepts and supported customer visits. Helped develop seamless patterns and conducted fit evaluations, sharing feedback with engineers to improve knitting programs. Assisted in preparing specifications and tech packs for innovative seamless products and supported constructability discussions (e.g., bonding solutions) with global activewear brands.
Tech Fashion Designer / Fashion Designer (Internships & Training Roles) at Brandix Apparel Solutions / MAS (linea intimo / MAS Active)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Supported garment development within product development and technical departments. Collaborated with merchandising for sampling of fabrics, trims, prints, and embellishments; presented design concepts and product line-ups to customers; supported customer visits. Developed seamless patterns and conducted fit evaluations while providing feedback to engineers to optimize knitting programs. Created initial specifications and tech packs for innovative seamless products, and contributed to the exploration of construction/bonding solutions for global activewear brands.

Education

B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development at Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing, University of Moratuwa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Certificate in Marketing at University of Moratuwa (Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Certificate in Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design at Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (listed under education)
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development at University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development at University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development at University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Certificate in Marketing at Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development at University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Certificate in Marketing at Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design, Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
November 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Certificate in Marketing
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Certificate in Marketing (Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design)
January 1, 2010 - September 27, 2026
Digital Fashion Innovation Specialization
January 1, 2015 - September 27, 2026
B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development
January 1, 2010 - September 27, 2026
Certificate in Marketing
January 1, 2010 - September 27, 2026
Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design
January 1, 2010 - September 27, 2026
B.Des (Hons) Fashion Design & Product Development
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Certificate in Marketing
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design (Certificate)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Certificate in Marketing
November 1, 2010 - September 27, 2026
Certificate in Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design
January 1, 2012 - September 27, 2026
EDUCATION Certificate (as listed)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level