Hi, I'm Priyanka Kumari, a fashion designer and merchandising professional with a passion for sustainable retail and data-driven decisions. Based in London, I blend creative design with merchandising insight to shape collections and branding across markets. Currently pursuing a Master's in Global Fashion Retailing at UAL and building further experience in research and product development, I enjoy collaborating across teams to turn insights into commercially successful, responsible fashion. In my spare time I enjoy exhibitions and styling projects.…

Priyanka Kumari

Hi, I'm Priyanka Kumari, a fashion designer and merchandising professional with a passion for sustainable retail and data-driven decisions. Based in London, I blend creative design with merchandising insight to shape collections and branding across markets. Currently pursuing a Master's in Global Fashion Retailing at UAL and building further experience in research and product development, I enjoy collaborating across teams to turn insights into commercially successful, responsible fashion. In my spare time I enjoy exhibitions and styling projects.…

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Hi, I’m Priyanka Kumari, a fashion designer and merchandising professional with a passion for sustainable retail and data-driven decisions. Based in London, I blend creative design with merchandising insight to shape collections and branding across markets.

Currently pursuing a Master’s in Global Fashion Retailing at UAL and building further experience in research and product development, I enjoy collaborating across teams to turn insights into commercially successful, responsible fashion. In my spare time I enjoy exhibitions and styling projects.

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English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Research Assistant – Craft & Product Development at ICSSR
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Conducted research supporting market-ready product development. Compiled insights and reports on branding and consumer positioning. Strengthened analytical and storytelling skills through research documentation.
Designer & Merchandising Support at Savi Fashion Global Pvt. Ltd.
June 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Supported global brands including Ralph Lauren and Zara with trend research and collection presentations. Analyzed market trends and translated insights into commercially viable collections. Coordinated across sampling, design, and merchandising teams to ensure product consistency. Contributed to buyer meetings and showroom presentations.
Sales Associate at Zudio
June 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Worked in a high-volume fast fashion retail environment. Achieved and exceeded monthly sales targets through personalized customer engagement. Increased basket value through upselling and cross-selling. Supported stock replenishment and maintained visual merchandising standards. Developed strong understanding of fast-fashion retail operations and consumer purchasing behaviour.
Fashion Exhibition & Cultural Representative at G20 Exhibition & National Handloom Day
August 1, 2023 - Present
Presented hand-crafted textile collections to international delegates. Explained design concepts, fabric techniques, and sustainability practices. Assisted in visual merchandising and styling of exhibition displays. Demonstrated confident public communication and cross-cultural engagement.
Fashion Week Styling Assistant at Lakme Fashion Week – Samant Chauhan Collection
October 1, 2023 - Present
Supported backstage styling for runway presentations under high-pressure conditions. Assisted in assembling and organizing full runway looks reflecting the designer’s vision. Managed quick model transitions ensuring seamless show execution. Demonstrated strong attention to detail in garment fitting and presentation.
Fashion Exhibition & Cultural Representative at G 20 Exhibition & National Handloom Day
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Presented hand-crafted textile collections to international delegates. Explained design concepts, fabric techniques, and sustainability practices. Assisted in visual merchandising and styling of exhibition displays. Demonstrated confident public communication and cross-cultural engagement.
Fashion Week Styling Assistant at Lakme Fashion Week – Samant Chaahan Collection
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Supported backstage styling for runway presentations under high-pressure conditions. Assisted in assembling and organizing full runway looks reflecting the designer’s vision. Managed quick model transitions ensuring seamless show execution. Demonstrated strong attention to detail in garment fitting and presentation.

Education

Master’s – Global Fashion Retailing (Ongoing) at University of the Arts London (UAL), United Kingdom
January 1, 2025 - March 9, 2026
Bachelor of Design – Leather Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi, India
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Master's at University of the Arts London (UAL)
January 1, 2025 - March 9, 2026
Bachelor of Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi, India
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Master’s – Global Fashion Retailing at University of the Arts London (UAL)
January 1, 2025 - March 9, 2026
Bachelor of Design – Leather Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi, India
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

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

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