I am a fashion designer with hands-on experience across womenswear, lingerie, and textiles. I translate trends and concepts into commercially viable designs, with a strong command of CAD, tech packs, and textile development. I have a proven ability to support design teams through research, illustration, sampling, and product development, with an eye for seasonal trends and brand identity. I am eager to contribute to a collaborative design environment with creativity, precision, and a strong understanding of the high-street fashion market, and I’m open to relocation.…

ISHAN WEERASEKARA

I am a fashion designer with hands-on experience across womenswear, lingerie, and textiles. I translate trends and concepts into commercially viable designs, with a strong command of CAD, tech packs, and textile development. I have a proven ability to support design teams through research, illustration, sampling, and product development, with an eye for seasonal trends and brand identity. I am eager to contribute to a collaborative design environment with creativity, precision, and a strong understanding of the high-street fashion market, and I’m open to relocation.…

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I am a fashion designer with hands-on experience across womenswear, lingerie, and textiles. I translate trends and concepts into commercially viable designs, with a strong command of CAD, tech packs, and textile development. I have a proven ability to support design teams through research, illustration, sampling, and product development, with an eye for seasonal trends and brand identity.

I am eager to contribute to a collaborative design environment with creativity, precision, and a strong understanding of the high-street fashion market, and I’m open to relocation.

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Work Experience

Sales Advisor at River Island, UK
November 1, 2023 - Present
Delivered trend-based styling advice and elevated the customer shopping experience. Assisted in creating seasonal displays in line with brand visuals. Maintained up-to-date product knowledge and consistently met sales targets.
Lace & Lingerie Designer at Hannice Textile Co Ltd., China
July 31, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Designed seasonal lingerie and loungewear collections aligned with client brand DNA. Developed comprehensive tech packs, CADs, and production-ready specs. Created trend-forward mood boards and digital catalogues for client presentations. Led development of exclusive lines showcased at Interfilière Paris. Created digital and printed catalogues to present seasonal collections.
Womenswear Designer at Zigzag, Sri Lanka
March 31, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Designed outerwear and coordinated separates for the local retail market. Conducted fitting sessions with the sample room and supported pattern amendments. Participated in trend analysis and visual merchandising for in-store displays.
Design Intern – Lace Development at Noyon Lanka Pvt Ltd
December 31, 2015 - July 16, 2025
Assisted in the development of the SS17 lace collection for Intimissimi. Supported lace concept development for Calvin Klein’s “Iconic” collection.
Sales Advisor at River Island
November 1, 2023 - Present
Delivered trend-based styling advice and elevated the customer shopping experience. Assisted in creating seasonal displays in line with brand visuals. Maintained up-to-date product knowledge and consistently met sales targets.
Lace & Lingerie Designer at Hannice Textile Co Ltd.
January 1, 2018 - July 1, 2023
Researched seasonal trends and created mood boards aligned with client brand aesthetics. Designed lingerie and loungewear collections tailored to international market demands. Developed detailed tech packs, CADs, and production-ready specs. Led the development of exclusive lines showcased at Interfilière Paris. Created digital and printed catalogues to present seasonal collections.
Womenswear Designer at Zigzag
June 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Designed outerwear and coordinated separates for the local retail market. Conducted fitting sessions with the sample room and supported pattern amendments. Participated in trend analysis and visual merchandising for in-store displays.

Education

MA Fashion & Textiles at University of Portsmouth
September 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
BA Fashion Design at Mod’Art International
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Diploma in Fashion Design at Lanka Institute of Fashion Technology
January 1, 2013 - August 31, 2015

Qualifications

Workshop on Accessories and Leather
June 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment

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