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I’m Gayathri Harishankar, an accessories designer based in Bengaluru with a B.Des in Leather Design and experience bringing handbag and small leather goods concepts from idea to final sample. I enjoy translating trend and competitor research into practical, on-trend product concepts—especially through thoughtful colorways, surface design, and craft-focused technical detailing. I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready collections and worked on brand-aligned product development for international clients, including Swarovski and MY BOB (Belgium). From creating technical sketches and product specifications to managing design timelines through sample development, I bring a detail-oriented, market-focused approach to leather accessories.…I’m Gayathri Harishankar, an accessories designer based in Bengaluru with a B.Des in Leather Design and experience bringing handbag and small leather goods concepts from idea to final sample. I enjoy translating trend and competitor research into practical, on-trend product concepts—especially through thoughtful colorways, surface design, and craft-focused technical detailing. I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready collections and worked on brand-aligned product development for international clients, including Swarovski and MY BOB (Belgium). From creating technical sketches and product specifications to managing design timelines through sample development, I bring a detail-oriented, market-focused approach to leather accessories.

Gayathri Harishankar

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I’m Gayathri Harishankar, an accessories designer based in Bengaluru with a B.Des in Leather Design and experience bringing handbag and small leather goods concepts from idea to final sample. I enjoy translating trend and competitor research into practical, on-trend product concepts—especially through thoughtful colorways, surface design, and craft-focused technical detailing. I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready collections and worked on brand-aligned product development for international clients, including Swarovski and MY BOB (Belgium). From creating technical sketches and product specifications to managing design timelines through sample development, I bring a detail-oriented, market-focused approach to leather accessories.…I’m Gayathri Harishankar, an accessories designer based in Bengaluru with a B.Des in Leather Design and experience bringing handbag and small leather goods concepts from idea to final sample. I enjoy translating trend and competitor research into practical, on-trend product concepts—especially through thoughtful colorways, surface design, and craft-focused technical detailing. I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready collections and worked on brand-aligned product development for international clients, including Swarovski and MY BOB (Belgium). From creating technical sketches and product specifications to managing design timelines through sample development, I bring a detail-oriented, market-focused approach to leather accessories.

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I’m Gayathri Harishankar, an accessories designer based in Bengaluru with a B.Des in Leather Design and experience bringing handbag and small leather goods concepts from idea to final sample. I enjoy translating trend and competitor research into practical, on-trend product concepts—especially through thoughtful colorways, surface design, and craft-focused technical detailing.

I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready collections and worked on brand-aligned product development for international clients, including Swarovski and MY BOB (Belgium). From creating technical sketches and product specifications to managing design timelines through sample development, I bring a detail-oriented, market-focused approach to leather accessories.

Skills

Surface Pattern Design

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Surface Pattern Design

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Work Experience

Accessories Designer at Aranyani

September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026

Designed handbag and small leather goods collections across women’s, men’s, and gender-neutral lines, translating trend research and market insights into functional, on-trend product concepts and colorways. Developed technical sketches, specifications, and product details from concept through to final sample, using diverse surface design and craft techniques to optimize construction and product performance. Researched competitor products, materials, and seasonal trends to guide the collection’s material, silhouette, and palette decisions. Managed design timelines and collaborated cross-functionally through sample development to ensure on-time, market-ready delivery.

Accessories Designer (Dogs accesssory & bag collections) at N/A

September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026

Designed dog accessory and bag collection concepts based on trend forecasting and consumer insights. Focused on creating cohesive products that balance style, functionality, and market fit. Developed design directions using surface techniques to translate forecasts into refined, sellable accessory lines.

Design Intern (Graduation Project) at ARTNVINTAGE Brand

January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Designed dog accessories and bag collections using trend forecasting and consumer insights, balancing style, functionality, and market fit as part of the graduation project. Created product concepts aligned with user needs and collection-level aesthetic goals.

Design Intern at Design Intern (Leather goods experience) / Hand-on leather design & visualization

January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Gained hands-on experience in leather goods design and visual detailing. Developed product concepts for Swarovski and MYBOB (Belgium), aligning with brand aesthetics and client expectations while executing diagnostic embroidery documentation and refined product collection development.

Design Intern at Accessoires India

June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023

Gained hands-on experience in leather goods design and visual detailing. Developed product concepts for Swarovski and MY BOB (Belgium), aligning with brand aesthetics and client specifications.

Design Intern at N/A

June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023

Researched and documented Nilgiris Toda embroidery through an diagnostic study and applied the craft techniques to develop refined product collections. Participated in and exhibited leather goods at the NIFT theme pavilion during the International Designer Fair at ITC Grand Chola.

Exhibitor / Participant at International Design Fair, Chennai (NIFT Theme Pavilion at ITC Grand Chola)

February 1, 2023 - Present

Exhibited leather goods at the NIFT theme pavilion during the International Designer Fair at ITC Grand Chola, showcasing her leather design work to industry audiences.

Embroidery Research (Craft Cluster) at Toda Embroidery Research

June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Researched and documented Nilgiris Toda embroidery through a diagnostic study and applied the findings to develop refined product collections.

Tannery Training Apprenticeship at Prara Leather Private Limited, Rainpet

June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022

Built foundational knowledge of leather processing and finishing through production of swatches from raw material through to final finish.

Summer Intern at Accessories India Craft Cluster (Toda Embroidery International Design Fair, Chennai)

February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

Summer internship involved exposure to accessories design and Toda embroidery craftsmanship. Provided experience in craft documentation and design translation for accessory applications.

Apprenticeship / Training (Leather processing & finishing) at N/A

February 1, 2022 - Present

Built strong understanding of leather processing and finishing by creating watches from raw material through to final finishes, covering end-to-end transformation processes.