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I'm Sandani Perera, a senior designer with a passion for minimalist design and timeless elegance, blending classical craft with youthful reinvention across ready-to-wear, intimates, and bridal contexts. I enjoy translating brand DNA into wearable pieces that balance aesthetics with function, materiality and ethical considerations. I'm a hands-on leader who guides teams from concept to production, mentors juniors, and collaborates with partners to deliver thoughtful, enduring garments. I stay curious about global trends, textiles, and sustainable practices, and I love shaping brand storytelling through fashion.…I'm Sandani Perera, a senior designer with a passion for minimalist design and timeless elegance, blending classical craft with youthful reinvention across ready-to-wear, intimates, and bridal contexts. I enjoy translating brand DNA into wearable pieces that balance aesthetics with function, materiality and ethical considerations. I'm a hands-on leader who guides teams from concept to production, mentors juniors, and collaborates with partners to deliver thoughtful, enduring garments. I stay curious about global trends, textiles, and sustainable practices, and I love shaping brand storytelling through fashion.

Sandani Perera

Designer, Textile Designer, Brand Designer, +2

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I'm Sandani Perera, a senior designer with a passion for minimalist design and timeless elegance, blending classical craft with youthful reinvention across ready-to-wear, intimates, and bridal contexts. I enjoy translating brand DNA into wearable pieces that balance aesthetics with function, materiality and ethical considerations. I'm a hands-on leader who guides teams from concept to production, mentors juniors, and collaborates with partners to deliver thoughtful, enduring garments. I stay curious about global trends, textiles, and sustainable practices, and I love shaping brand storytelling through fashion.…I'm Sandani Perera, a senior designer with a passion for minimalist design and timeless elegance, blending classical craft with youthful reinvention across ready-to-wear, intimates, and bridal contexts. I enjoy translating brand DNA into wearable pieces that balance aesthetics with function, materiality and ethical considerations. I'm a hands-on leader who guides teams from concept to production, mentors juniors, and collaborates with partners to deliver thoughtful, enduring garments. I stay curious about global trends, textiles, and sustainable practices, and I love shaping brand storytelling through fashion.

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I’m Sandani Perera, a senior designer with a passion for minimalist design and timeless elegance, blending classical craft with youthful reinvention across ready-to-wear, intimates, and bridal contexts. I enjoy translating brand DNA into wearable pieces that balance aesthetics with function, materiality and ethical considerations.

I’m a hands-on leader who guides teams from concept to production, mentors juniors, and collaborates with partners to deliver thoughtful, enduring garments. I stay curious about global trends, textiles, and sustainable practices, and I love shaping brand storytelling through fashion.

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English

Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Designer at Brandix Lanka Ltd | PVH Brands Sri Lanka

July 1, 2023 - Present

Generate and present innovative design concepts for seasonal product launches; conduct product and market analysis; create detailed technical sketches and specifications using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD; select fabrics and materials; coordinate with production and sourcing to ensure feasibility within target costs and development timelines; collaborate with customers and subject matter experts to refine designs; manage multiple projects and maintain design documentation; mentor juniors and stay updated on global trends and consumer preferences.

Sole Proprietor and Designer at IKIGAI

March 1, 2019 - Present

Lead the end-to-end design process for IKIGAI bridal and ready-to-wear, define the brand’s visual identity, source premium textiles, oversee pattern making, sampling, fittings, and production; collaborate with artisans and clients to create bespoke pieces and capsule collections; supervise campaigns and ensure sustainable, long-lasting craftsmanship across all touchpoints.

Fashion Designer at MAS Holdings (MAS Intimates) / Victoria's Sport

March 1, 2020 - October 22, 2025

Design concept designs and present newness for each season; create tech packs and graphics; work with laser cut, screen print, embroidery, digital print, and binding techniques with suppliers; forecast trends; oversee designs from concept to finished product; participate in fittings and liaise with business teams for promotional and market intelligence materials; maintain a style tracker and present designs to clients during visits.

Design Intern at Brandix Lanka Ltd

December 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025

Generate mood boards, sketches, and digital design files; develop color palettes, prints and trims; coordinate with product development on tech packs; liaise with pattern makers and sample rooms; attend fit sessions and support refinements; track sample status and support handover to bulk production; monitor fashion trends and present to the team; ensure designs align with brand guidelines.