Shweta Grover
Mumbai
Summary
Costume Designer and Production Lead with 18+ years expertise in Costume Design, Production and Operational strategy for premium Indian and Global fashion brands and couture houses. Led costume design from concept to execution, managing production operations, budgeting, sourcing, and fittings. Proven Expertise in Fashion Designing, Indian craftsmanship and market dynamics. Adept at translating creative vision into commercially successful luxury collections.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Design & Production Consultant
Plumtin Motif
Chandigarh
03.2025 - Current
- Repositioned the brand with a wearable luxury approach, balancing contemporary silhouettes with the integrity of hand embroidery craftsmanship.
- Streamlined production processes and vendor management, achieving a 20-30% reduction in production costs without compromising quality.
- Instrumental in the brand's success at Bridal Asia 2025 (The Ashok, Delhi), generating ₹55 lakhs in sales within two days.
- Contributed to strategic expansion, supporting the launch of a flagship store at Ambawatta, scheduled for March 2026.
Head of Design & Production
Studio Iris India/ WedMeGood
Mumbai
06.2021 - Current
- Directed creative vision and production strategy across collections, aligning design innovation with commercial performance.
- Established a refined, modern design language while preserving brand aesthetics, driving a 40-50% increase in sales.
- Led the brand's evolution from an online-only label to a brick-and-mortar retail presence in Chhatarpur, Delhi.
- Oversaw end-to-end collection development, ensuring consistency across design, craftsmanship, and execution.
- Manage the entire product design process, from initial market research to mood board creation to sketching/designing to delivering the end product.
Head - Design and Production
Holichic by Megha
New York
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Led costume design and production for seasonal collections with a strong focus on global silhouettes and Indian craftsmanship.
- Established and managed the brand’s manufacturing and costume production unit in India, overseeing sampling, sourcing, drafting and managing production schedule, costing, quality checks, and dispatch.
- Ensured product standards were met by implementing effective quality-control programs.
Costume Consultant and Stylist- Films & Commercial
Freelancer
Mumbai
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Worked independently as Costume Stylist for Bollywood films, Brand campaigns, and high-scale Commercials.
- Conducted script and brief breakdowns, created character-wise looks, and managed complete wardrobe builds.
- Supervised on-set costume continuity, changes, and logistics for principal cast and supporting artists.
- Managed costume teams, dressers, fittings, and post-shoot wardrobe wrap
- Commercials: Johnson & Johnson, Lifebuoy.
- Bollywood Films: Tum Mile, Chance pe Dance, Anjaana Anjaani.
- Personal Styling for Independent Artists: Priyanka Chopra Styling for Independent Appearances for Whats Your Rashi and Kaminey, Amanda Cerny for YouTube FanFest India.
Assistant Costume Stylist
Style Cell by Anaita Adajania Shroff
Mumbai
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Assisted on large-scale feature films including Dhoom (2004), Dhoom 2 - (2006), Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna (2006), Race (2008)
- Sourced costumes, coordinated fittings, tracked continuity, and managed wardrobe operations on shoot days.
Education
Fashion Designing -
SNDT School of Arts
MumbaiHSC -
HR College of Commerce & Economics
MumbaiSkills
- Costume Design & Styling
- Cross Functional and Cross Cultural Leadership
- Business Acumen- Retail & Market Expansion
- Production Planning & Management
- Costing, Budgeting & Margin Control
- Vendor Negotiation & Management
- Fabric Sourcing, Embellishment & Custom Builds
- Time Management
- End-to-End Collection Development
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Winner of the prestigious Jury Award for the Collection of the Year 2002 - 2003 at SNDT School of Arts.
- Winner of the CIA Collection of the Year 3003 - 2004 at SNDT School of Arts.
- Introduced a new line of apparel at Studio Iris and accomplished a sale of 15 lacs/month in 9 months.
- Laid the foundation of the manufacturing unit for Holichic by Megha in New York and managed it successfully from 2014 to early 2021.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/04/83
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Creative Design & Production Consultant
Plumtin Motif
03.2025 - Current
Head of Design & Production
Studio Iris India/ WedMeGood
06.2021 - Current
Head - Design and Production
Holichic by Megha
01.2014 - 01.2021
Costume Consultant and Stylist- Films & Commercial
Freelancer
01.2008 - 01.2014
Assistant Costume Stylist
Style Cell by Anaita Adajania Shroff
01.2004 - 01.2008
Fashion Designing -
SNDT School of Arts
HSC -
HR College of Commerce & Economics