I have explored the export as well as domestic markets through various challenging and creative freelance and fulltime designing opportunities. Products include womenswear including Hi-Street Western garments and Indian and Indo-Western apparel also to some extent menswear, aprons, home textiles and beachwear, Having worked as Head of Design for the retail brand Chemistry I was responsible for design and development of the seasonal collections within the preset time-frame and range architecture It involved intense research on the current trends in international fashion. Reviewing design on a regular basis to present a complete and technically correct line for store buys. Ensuring smooth transition of the collection from design & development to production & merchandising. Also responsible for pre-production garment fit approval and approval on processes I am comfortable working with all kinds of wovens and knits After 17 years of experience in the industry I am keen on pursuing freelance as a fulltime occupation I believe that will give me the opportunity to invest my time in diverse areas of creativity and help in my growth