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Aastha Chandra

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I am Aastha Chandra, an experienced fashion designer with over a decade of experience across kidswear, womenswear, and licensed apparel.

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I am Aastha Chandra, an experienced fashion designer with over a decade of experience across kidswear, womenswear, and licensed apparel. I have a track record of leading multiple fashion departments, turning forecasts into cohesive, high-quality product ranges, and driving business results in fast-paced retail environments.

I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring designers, and staying ahead of trends through data-driven research and creative exploration. My goal is to grow with a dynamic organization by applying my design, merchandising, and leadership skills to deliver compelling products and positive impact.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined January 2025

Industry experience

  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Other
  • Consumer Goods

Work experience· 15 roles

Fashion Designer · H&M GroupFeb 2025 – Feb 2025 · 1 mo

Develop a product strategy for the young boy segment (8-14 years); conduct trend research, data analysis, identify gaps, and develop CAD linesheets; collaborate with product developers and managers to ensure quality and service.

Fashion Designer · Freelancer (Self-employed)Feb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos

Provide womenswear and kidswear design, graphic design, and digital illustration. Plan seasons, forecast, color stories, product planning, and final presentations; deliver end-to-end design solutions for clients.

Fashion Designer – Young Boy · H&M GroupAug 2024 – Feb 2025 · 7 mos

Developed a product strategy for cohesive seasonal ranges for 8-14 years. Conducted trend research, data analysis, and customer requirement capture. Created CAD linesheets and collaborated with Product Developers and Product Managers to ensure timely delivery and quality. Contributed as a competent team player in a diverse setting.

Senior Designer · Max Fashion, Landmark GroupApr 2023 – Apr 2023 · 1 mo
Senior Designer · Max Fashion, Landmark GroupApr 2019 – Apr 2023 · 4 yrs 1 mo
Fashion Designer · Lulu Group (Reo Kids, Reo Teens, Womenswear)Mar 2019 – Mar 2019 · 1 mo
Fashion Designer · Lulu GroupOct 2016 – Mar 2019 · 2 yrs 6 mos
Fashion Designer – Assistant Manager · Aditya Birla Retail Limited (MORE)May 2016 – Jul 2016 · 3 mos

Education· 6

Class 10 · Study Hall, Lucknow2007
Class 12 · Sunbeam School, Varanasi2009
Bachelors in Fashion Design · National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Gandhinagar2009 – 2013
10th Standard · Study Hall, Lucknow2030 – 2007

Certifications and awards· 5

CLO 3D Buying & Merchandising2020
Gold Medalist, NIFT Fashion Design Batch (2009-2013)2009 – 2013
Topper, NIFT Gandhinagar Fashion Design Batch (2009-2013)2009 – 2013
Gold Medalist, NIFT Fashion Design batch2009 – 2013

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