Shruthi Manjunath Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Ka, In

Bengaluru, Ka, In

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

- Consulted for fashion startups and provided in depth guidance around brand direction, incorporation of Sustainable practices & Circular fashion and choosing appropriate fabrics for Athleisure and High Street Fashion brands.- Handled multiple projects in the Sampling & Pattern Making stages.- Created detailed Tech packs for factory PP samples and Production.

Alameda County, California, United States

- Custom Design and Creation: Assisted the lead designer in executing made-to-measure custom bridal gowns and veils incorporating specific design elements, fabric choices, and embellishments. In the process, worked with intricate beading, lace appliqué and other embellishments.- Bridal Gown Alterations: Took measurements of brides to precisely alter wedding gowns to achieve a flawless fit, including adjustments to the bodice, waistline, skirt length and neckline.

Oakland, California

- Involved in a collaboration project with a startup fashion brand producing luxury sportswear separates. Actively participated in the process ground up - Pattern making, Fitting sessions, Garment prototypes and selection of Trims and Fabrics.- Assisted in exploration of fabric manipulation ideas, mostly revolving around the 3R’s (Reduce Reuse Recycle.)- Created high end pieces in house for designer collections, multiple client projects and performed alterations to ensure excellent fit and comfort all while upholding company principles around sustainability.- Ensured accuracy, timeliness throughout project deliverables.

Richmond, California

- Handled multiple bespoke projects as a lead, from creating patterns to PP samples and constructing distinctively well made pieces for sale - Projects ranging from Ready-to-wear womenswear to High end bias cut wedding gown to Mask incorporated hoodie. Highly skilled at working with delicate and sheer fabrics such as silks and tulle.- Involved in a collaboration project with a wearable exoskeleton manufacturing company. Assisted the lead designer in designing and developing multiple bionic prototypes (soft goods), ensuring excellent fit and comfort. Highly experienced in handling industrial sewing machines including heavy duty walking foot and cylinder arm lockstitch.- Created CADs and techpacks, updated BOMs on sample revisions, fitting approvals and communication notes with production factories to ensure accurate product delivery.- Actively participated in fitting sessions involving the design and engineering team.- Liaised closely with local and overseas vendors in sourcing quality fabrics, trims and fastenings.- Assisted in managing PP and final production of soft goods upon receiving POs.

San Francisco Bay Area

Richmond, California

- Created excellent quality PP samples for upcoming spring and fall collections.- Assisted with fabric and color palette exploration for new collections using Adobe Creative Suite.- Assisted in editorial and look book photoshoots by prepping garments and making necessary fit adjustments.- Created complementing accessories for a pre-existing collection; including a silk chiffon scarf with hand sewn hook and eye closures for distinctive edge and versatility in wear.- Involved in extensive research and sourcing of high end, sustainable fabrics.- Prepared fabric swatches and color boards for presentations.- Assisted in dyeing and felting wool fibers for an installation project.- Assisted in content creation and updation of new garment descriptions on company website.

Santa Clara, California, United States

- Hand sketched fashion illustrations for upcoming collections.- Trained the in-house team on basics of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & Illustrator) for fashion.- Developed an integrated Tech pack template/ platform using Adobe Creative Suite for seamless communication between design team and the overseas production team. - Evaluated fit and performed custom alterations on fully finished Indian ethnic wear. - Actively participated in editorial and e-commerce photoshoots.- Assisted in content creation and updation of new garment descriptions on company website.- Maintained efficient communication to understand client requirements and provided excellent service on sales floor.

Greater Los Angeles Area

- Collaborated closely with the design team in prepping artwork for CADs using photoshop.- Supported the design team in organizing and maintaining design and trim binders by season/ style#/ type. - Developed new Logo artwork for waistband curtains, shirt buttons and coordinated with the NPD (New Product Development) team for sampling.- Created mood & color story boards and assisted in producing seasonal swatch books.- Maintained and managed photoshoot samples, PP samples for market week meetings in a timely manner.

Pune Area, India

Pune Area, India

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Fashion/Apparel Design

Activities and Societies: Active member of the fashion club at school. Volunteered at various events hosted by the Fashion Community.

Bachelor Of Technology (B.Tech.), Metallurgical And Materials Engineering

Activities and Societies: MUSIC CLUB at NITK.Active member of MUSIC CLUB at NITK. Participated as a assisting member in the office.