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I’m Amirtha, a fashion designer currently based in Bengaluru. I’m studying Knitwear Design at NIFT, Bengaluru and spent a year in New York, where I earned my Associate’s degree in Fashion Business Management at FIT.
Design, for me, has always been about curiosity—about observing things closely and making something honest out of what I notice. I didn’t grow up dreaming of moodboards or runways. I just liked how fabric moved, how texture could say something, how small details could carry meaning.
That’s why I’m drawn to knitwear and lingerie. There’s an intimacy to them—a kind of quiet complexity that I find grounding. They’re close to the body, personal, and full of intention. I like creating pieces that feel thoughtful and lived in—things you want to keep close.
I believe fashion doesn’t need to be loud to make a point. It just needs to feel real—to mean something. That’s the kind of work I want to keep creating.
THERE!
experience
education
May 2025
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Bengaluru, India
Bachelor of Design in Knitwear Design
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Specialization in Intimate Apparel
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Minor in Accessory Design
August 2024
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), SUNY - New York, NY
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Fashion Business Management
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Honors: Dean’s List, 4.0/4.0 GPA
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Writer for HerCampus FIT
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One-year study abroad
skills
Computer:
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Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
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Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, Pinterest, Snapchat
Course Related:
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Experienced in fashion forecasting and trend analysis.
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Skilled in technical design (pattern making, designing tech packs, garment construction)
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Strong understanding of retail math (buying and planning, profit and loss, etc)
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Completed Inside LVMH Certificate in luxury brand marketing and customer experience.
Other:
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Trained state-level basketball player.
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Classically trained Bharatnatyam dancer (studied and performed since the age of 5)
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Trained and certified Pianist (studied and performed since the age of 7)
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Professional theatre artist.
Language:
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Fluent in English and Tamil.
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Beginner in French and Italian.
Jan 2025 - Present
Jay Jay Mills, India - Product Development Intern
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Spearheaded design ideation, fabric and print development, concept and trend research for two client-specific collections.
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Developed innovative fabric structures and prints while ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and market trends.
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Collaborated cross-functionally with design, production, and merchandising teams to streamline product development.
Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
Delta Galil USA (Splendid) - Merchandising Intern
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Contributed to the development of SP25, SU25, and FA25 Splendid collections by collaborating with design and merchandising teams to create comprehensive assortment plans, color palettes, and styles.
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Gained in-depth knowledge of showroom operations and presentation of collections for reviews and buyer meetings.
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Supported photoshoots, coordinating sample preparations and ensuring consistency in brand vision throughout the creative process.
Jun 2022 - Dec 2022
HotNot Fashion, India - Fashion Stylist
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Established a Rapid Styling Program to enhance customer experience and facilitate company expansion.
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Supervised and mentored a team of stylists, ensuring consistency and quality in service delivery.
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Produced personalized style guides for clients, incorporating their preferences in style, color, size, fit, occasion, and budget.