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Archana Kumar

Fashion designer
Jaipur,RJ

Summary

Fashion designer Contact Dedicated and innovative fashion designer with 23 yrs. of experience in the industry. Adept at conceptualizing and creating trend-setting clothing, Strong expertise in garment construction, textile selection, and fashion draping. Proven track record of delivering exceptional designs that blend creativity with market appeal. Passionate about staying current with industry trends and emerging fashion concepts. Seeking to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to a dynamic fashion team or brand.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Fashion Designer

Pawan enterprises
Jaipur
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with textile designers, patternmakers and sample makers to bring designs to life and meet target market needs.
  • Implemented sustainable practices within the design process, minimizing environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Clearly communicated design revisions to members of fashion design team.
  • Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Mentored junior designers, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment for creativity to thrive.
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.

Senior Fashion Designer

PAWAN ENTERPRISES
10.2009 - 09.2011
  • Collection development for creating establishment in Europe market
  • Attended EPCH fair and AEPC fair.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Senior Fashion Designer

PURNIMA HANDICRAFT
Jaipur
01.2008 - 09.2009
  • Product development for Europe market
  • Oversaw successful seasonal collection launches, coordinating efforts across design, production, and marketing teams to achieve desired results.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing premium materials at competitive prices for improved profitability.
  • Cultivated an understanding of global fashion trends, ensuring designs remained relevant and appealing to diverse markets.
  • Skillfully negotiated contracts with vendors that benefited both parties while ensuring timely delivery of materials.
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Collaborated with textile designers, patternmakers and sample makers to bring designs to life and meet target market needs.
  • Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
  • Developed seasonal and brand style guides to promote organization.

SENIOR FASHION DESIGNER

RAMA HANDICRAFT
11.2006 - 12.2007
  • Designing collection of Europe market and trend.

Senior Fashion Designer

RUPAYAN GROUP JAIPUR
Jaipur
06.2001 - 08.2005
  • Designing and merchandising for Europe, Australia and US buyers
  • For garments and home textile, Leading and guiding team of more than 15 designers and merchandisers
  • Visited Frankfurt and Paris fair
  • Attended buyer’s seller meeting in Paris
  • Championed diversity and inclusivity in design, creating collections that catered to a broad range of body types and personal styles.
  • Created detailed measurement and construction specifications for design to be executed appropriately by production teams.
  • Proactively addressed potential issues in garment construction during development stages, preventing costly errors later in production.
  • Streamlined design processes, reducing overall project timelines without compromising on quality or innovation.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Participated in trade shows to showcase garments and attract buyers.
  • Received industry accolades for exceptional designs, contributing to the overall success and recognition of the brand.

Education

No Degree - Fashion Design

NIIFT
Mohali Punjab
08.1998 - 06.2001

No Degree - Fashion And Merchandising

BESTSELLAR SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Brande Denmark
05.2002 - 07.2002

Skills

  • Trend research
  • Design development
  • Customer and order
  • Handling
  • Pattern Making
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Garment construction
  • Fashion styling
  • Fabric sourcing
  • Color theory
  • Trend Analysis
  • Fashion Forecasting
  • Tailoring techniques
  • Draping expertise
  • Collection Planning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Sketch drawings
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Sewing
  • Sample Preparation
  • Adobe Photoshop

Interests

FOUNDER \DESIGNER ARCHANA & RAAJNISH , The Designer label July 2015-april 2023 Western party wear and ethnic wear for kids and women FASHION DESIGNER PAWAN ENTERPRISES May2023— freelance Project for Europe market

Additional Information

  • Mobile: , 9024364949 A-307 Rama heritage central spine Vidhyadhar nagar Jaipur-302039
  • AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES , International Designer award “Paradigm shift” NIFT Delhi 1999 Jury special award for final collection NIIFT Mohali 2001 Bestseller School Denmark certificate for Vero Moda 2002 SR. FASHION DESIGNER TRANQUILLO GMBH GERMANY Dept. accessories and home Sept 2012 -July 2014 Was part of design development team Lifestyle collections.

Work Preference

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hours

Timeline

Senior Fashion Designer

Pawan enterprises
05.2023 - 09.2023

Senior Fashion Designer

PAWAN ENTERPRISES
10.2009 - 09.2011

Senior Fashion Designer

PURNIMA HANDICRAFT
01.2008 - 09.2009

SENIOR FASHION DESIGNER

RAMA HANDICRAFT
11.2006 - 12.2007

No Degree - Fashion And Merchandising

BESTSELLAR SCHOOL OF DESIGN
05.2002 - 07.2002

Senior Fashion Designer

RUPAYAN GROUP JAIPUR
06.2001 - 08.2005

No Degree - Fashion Design

NIIFT
08.1998 - 06.2001

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