BIJAL PATEL
Bangalore
Summary
Creative Menswear Designer Manager with expertise in end-to-end design development and seasonal collection planning. Delivered commercially successful menswear ranges through in-depth trend research, competitive analysis, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Focused on brand alignment, customer-centric design, and mentoring junior designers to foster a commercially driven design culture.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Menswear Designer Manager
VAMANI OVERSEAS
Faridabad
07.2024 - Current
- Led end-to-end seasonal co- creation design for menswear across woven and knit categories For Zara ,H&M ,M&S AND K MART
- Conducted in-depth trend research, competition analysis, and customer profiling to define seasonal themes.
- Created design matrices aligned with MRP, pricing, and buyer inputs; developed original prints, graphics, and silhouettes.
- Prepared tech packs, dockets, and proto sample comments to ensure smooth product handovers.
- Managed deadlines to deliver finalised functional and aesthetic materials on time.
- Created high-quality construction drawings to aid transitions from conception through to build.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Worked within parameters of brand guidelines to achieve desired style.
- Analysed client needs and objectives to propose customised design strategies.
- Participated in sell-through reviews to apply consumer insights and drive collection performance
- Mentored junior designers, fostering a fast, trend-aware, and commercially driven design culture
- Brand Alignment & Aesthetic Sensitivity: Deep familiarity with the style, consumer appeal, and product DNA of leading global menswear brands including: Todd Snyder, Zara Men, Urban Outfitters, PacSun, Massimo Dutti, Bonobos, AllSaints, Mango, River Island, Next, and Ted Baker
- Commercial acumen: strong grasp of costing, production timelines, sourcing, and sustainability
Deputy Manager (Men's Wear & Kids Wear)
BLACKMANGO FASHION LLP
05.2016 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: Erstwhile Cactus Menswear Fashion Pvt Ltd.
- Led the design process from concept to production on men's wear (Denim & Flower, Cactus Men's, Ricky & Micky, Porter & Ash), & Kid's wear (Denim & Flower, Cactus Boys).
- Launched a new product line 'Porter & Ash', a 100%Linen fabric, created labels, brand name, differentiated the brand collection with the current brands in the market.
- Curated designs in Shirts, Bottoms, Outer wears, Kids wear, Men's wear for In-house brands (D&F, Cactus Men's, Fashion Nova, Porter & Ash.
- Launched the kid's wear 'Cactus Boys', created apparels such as shirts, pants, bottoms exclusively for the kids.
- Collaborated with teams from Dhaka, China & Turkey for product development & sampling as required by the Buyers.
- Developed highly accurate techpacks that clearly illustrate design and construction details, oversaw fabric, print, and surface design follow-ups and approvals.
- Managed multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines and budgets.
- Developed unique concept designs that drove company forward in industry.
- Coordinated production across stages from concept and design development through final testing and optimization.
- Provided creative direction and design guidance to junior designers in the team.
Senior Designer (Men's Wear & Women's Wear)
FASHION MATRIX PVT LTD
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Developed innovative fashion apparel designs and conceptualized collections for German market.
- Led the design process from concept to production, ensuring alignment with brand vision and consumer needs, mentored 3 junior designers, managing timelines, and presenting designs to stakeholders.
- Developed mood boards, original designs, including sketches, digital renderings, technical drawings, and prototypes to communicate design concepts effectively, also researched trends, fabrics, and techniques.
- Enhanced cross-functional collaboration with product development, marketing, and merchandising teams.
- Exhibited high knowledge in fabric selection, pattern creation, and technical specifications.
- Analysed fashion trends to forecast upcoming styles & colours, managing multiple design projects adhering to deadlines.
- Conducted extensive market research & competitive analysis forecasting emerging trends & consumer demands.
- Managed fabric sourcing, print development, and technical specifications while maintaining quality standards.
- Worked closely with manufacturers & suppliers ensured cost-effective production without compromising design integrity.
- Ensured sustainability and innovation are embedded within the design process, presented design ideas and collections to senior management for approvals.
Designer (Men's Wear, Women's Wear & Kid's Wear)
GARTEX INSTA APPARELS LTD
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Experienced in creating and developing new garment/clothing designs for Tommy Hilfiger, Pepe Jeans, Calvin Klein catering Men's wear, Women's wear, & Kid's wear in alignment with customer preferences.
- Involved in sketching, draping, and developing patterns in collaboration with cross-functional departments (sourcing, production sales) ensuring the designs are feasible, cost-optimized and marketable.
- Stayed up-to-date with current fashion trends and translating them into viable designs for the company.
- Skilled in choosing appropriate fabrics, trims, and accessories for designs.
- Proficient in Sample Making, creating prototypes and samples of designs to test and refine them.
- Coordinated with production teams to ensure that designs are accurately translated into manufactured garments, and inspecting finished garments to ensure they meet quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - B SC (Fashion Designing)
Diploma in Fashion & Apparel Designing -
Skills
- Fashion design principles and techniques
- Fabric and material expertise
- Trend analysis and forecasting
- Garment construction methods
- Fashion merchandising and marketing
- Sustainable fashion strategies
- Print development
- Detail orientation
- Collaboration skills
- Proactive mindset
- Range planning
- Time management
- Presentation skills
- Tech pack creation
- Product development
- Market research
- Design conceptualization
- Adobe Photoshop expertise
- Adobe illustrator mastery
- Branding and logo design
- Illustration drawing
- Creativity and innovation
- Creative team leadership
- Trend forecasting
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Fabric sourcing
- Costing analysis
- Graphic design
Technical Tools Expertise
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- 3D CLO
- CorelDraw
- Microsoft office
Timeline
Menswear Designer Manager
VAMANI OVERSEAS
07.2024 - Current
Deputy Manager (Men's Wear & Kids Wear)
BLACKMANGO FASHION LLP
05.2016 - 07.2024
Senior Designer (Men's Wear & Women's Wear)
FASHION MATRIX PVT LTD
08.2014 - 05.2016
Designer (Men's Wear, Women's Wear & Kid's Wear)
GARTEX INSTA APPARELS LTD
01.2011 - 08.2014