Vaishnavi Sawant – where luxury fashion meets getting things done. Fresh off an MA in Fashion Design from the University of Southampton, I've spent the last few years proving that great design needs great execution. From styling at Bottega Veneta (where I boosted sales by 10% and somehow kept inventory at 99% accuracy – yes, I counted every handbag) to running backstage chaos at London Fashion Week for 30+ models, I thrive in that sweet spot between creative vision and operational reality. Elle India featured my grad collection on their socials, which was cool. What's cooler? Leading PR & Branding at Winchester School of Arts and increasing event engagement by 25% while managing a team that didn't kill each other under pressure. I speak fluent English, conversational Italian, and corporate-speak when necessary. I'm equally comfortable with trend forecasting, CLO 3D, cross-functional collaboration, and convincing suppliers that "ASAP" actually means ASAP. I've completed LVMH courses in Creation & Branding and Supply Chain because I believe good fashion people understand both the sketch and the spreadsheet. What makes me different? I get that luxury fashion is 50% artistry, 50% logistics, and 100% about the details. I bring the creative edge with the operational backbone – plus I actually enjoy colour-coding inventory systems. Let's talk about how I can help your brand look good and run smoothly.

Vaishnavi Sawant

Vaishnavi Sawant – where luxury fashion meets getting things done. Fresh off an MA in Fashion Design from the University of Southampton, I've spent the last few years proving that great design needs great execution. From styling at Bottega Veneta (where I boosted sales by 10% and somehow kept inventory at 99% accuracy – yes, I counted every handbag) to running backstage chaos at London Fashion Week for 30+ models, I thrive in that sweet spot between creative vision and operational reality. Elle India featured my grad collection on their socials, which was cool. What's cooler? Leading PR & Branding at Winchester School of Arts and increasing event engagement by 25% while managing a team that didn't kill each other under pressure. I speak fluent English, conversational Italian, and corporate-speak when necessary. I'm equally comfortable with trend forecasting, CLO 3D, cross-functional collaboration, and convincing suppliers that "ASAP" actually means ASAP. I've completed LVMH courses in Creation & Branding and Supply Chain because I believe good fashion people understand both the sketch and the spreadsheet. What makes me different? I get that luxury fashion is 50% artistry, 50% logistics, and 100% about the details. I bring the creative edge with the operational backbone – plus I actually enjoy colour-coding inventory systems. Let's talk about how I can help your brand look good and run smoothly.

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Vaishnavi Sawant – where luxury fashion meets getting things done.
Fresh off an MA in Fashion Design from the University of Southampton, I’ve spent the last few years proving that great design needs great execution. From styling at Bottega Veneta (where I boosted sales by 10% and somehow kept inventory at 99% accuracy – yes, I counted every handbag) to running backstage chaos at London Fashion Week for 30+ models, I thrive in that sweet spot between creative vision and operational reality.
Elle India featured my grad collection on their socials, which was cool. What’s cooler? Leading PR & Branding at Winchester School of Arts and increasing event engagement by 25% while managing a team that didn’t kill each other under pressure.
I speak fluent English, conversational Italian, and corporate-speak when necessary. I’m equally comfortable with trend forecasting, CLO 3D, cross-functional collaboration, and convincing suppliers that “ASAP” actually means ASAP. I’ve completed LVMH courses in Creation & Branding and Supply Chain because I believe good fashion people understand both the sketch and the spreadsheet.
What makes me different? I get that luxury fashion is 50% artistry, 50% logistics, and 100% about the details. I bring the creative edge with the operational backbone – plus I actually enjoy colour-coding inventory systems.
Let’s talk about how I can help your brand look good and run smoothly.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Fashion Stylist/ Consultant at Bottega Veneta, Mumbai
June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Collaborated with cross-functional teams (marketing, operations) to streamline product delivery workflows; maintained and updated product data and PLM systems; managed inventory and stock replenishment with 99% accuracy; coordinated with suppliers and operations to ensure on-time product readiness and luxury standards; led a 5-member team overseeing branding, operations, and execution. Also contributed to London Fashion Week backstage, organizing runway garments, swatches, and samples for 30+ models; supported runway production, garment sequencing, fittings, and quality checks.
Backstage Coordinator at London Fashion Week, London
October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Organised, catalogued, and archived garments, swatches, and samples for over 30 runway models, maintaining 100% inventory accuracy; supported runway production, garment sequencing, fittings, and last-minute quality checks to meet professional fashion show standards; collaborated with designers, stylists, and production teams to ensure efficient backstage operations and smooth show flow.
Head of Department, PR Branding at The Company, Winchester School of Arts, United Kingdom
February 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Led PR, branding, and event marketing strategies for a fashion show project; organized end-to-end branding and event execution.

Education

MA in Fashion Design at University of Southampton
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Qualifications

Elle India Design Recognition (Feature: garment selected and showcased on Elle India's social media)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services