Shilpa M.

Luxury Handbag Designer | Sustainable Specialist | Fashion Designer

Hello! I’m Shilpa Mohapatra, a Fashion and Accessories Designer with over 10 years of experience in the fashion industry, specializing in conscious design, product durability, and sustainable development. My journey blends creativity, technical precision, and a deep commitment to meaningful, lasting fashion. 👩‍🎓 Education & Foundation Graduated with a Bachelor’s in Fashion Design from NIFT Hyderabad, with distinction. Honored with the Best Collection Award at the All India Handloom Show. 💼 Professional Journey Junior Designer – The Kaftan Company (2016) Designed commercial best-selling collections for platforms like Jabong, establishing a strong foundation in product design and consumer insight. Sustainable Specialist → Sustainable Design Manager – Date The Ramp (7 years) Spearheaded projects focused on conscious fashion and developing creative solutions for better garment durability and longevity. Managed and mentored a design team, ensuring alignment across product, merchandising, and cataloging functions. Pioneered sustainable strategies and eco-friendly logistics, helping establish Date The Ramp as one of India’s leading rental fashion platforms. Master’s in Leather & Accessories Design Management – Istituto Marangoni, Italy Specialized in luxury handbag and accessory design, sustainable materials, and technical development. Collaborated with renowned luxury brands such as Paul Andrew, and René Caovilla, gaining hands-on experience in Italian craftsmanship and product innovation. Handbag Designer – Shimoh (Present) Currently working on vegan handbag , focused on plant-based leather, structured silhouettes, and modern minimal design. Every piece is crafted to balance aesthetic appeal, durability, and conscious craftsmanship. 💡 Expertise & Skills -Luxury & sustainable product design -Vegan and plant-based leather development Handbag and accessory design (concept to prototype) -Technical garment detailing and product development -Trend research & collection building -Team leadership and creative direction ✨ Design Philosophy I believe in creating timeless designs with purpose — merging luxury, responsibility, and longevity. My goal is to craft products that not only look beautiful but also stand the test of time — both in quality and in impact. Always open to learning, collaborating, and innovating with like-minded brands and creators to shape a more conscious future in fashion.