Sakthi Damodaran
@sakthidamodaran
I build AI-powered fashion trend intelligence and practical design education.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I'm leading fashion requirements and AI-output validation for an AI-powered trend forecasting platform at ICH Creative Consulting, while creating bespoke trend reports that help brands make design and buying decisions.
Previously at Madstreetden (VueModel), I supported high-profile retail clients on an AI-powered eCommerce styling platform, styling large volumes of AI-generated model imagery for product pages and virtual dressing rooms.
Through @slashandspread.co, I've grown a fashion education community around pattern making and sewing, led workshops, and developed custom patterns for diverse body types. My background spans fashion design, textile technology, trend forecasting, content creation, and apparel management.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Fashion Product & Tech Lead
ICH Creative Consulting LLP
Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Leading development of an AI-powered trend forecasting platform as Subject Matter Expert, defining fashion-focused requirements and validating AI outputs. Bridging fashion and technology by refining user journeys, conducting product testing, and creating bespoke trend reports.
Content Creation
@slashandspread.co
Aug 2020 - Present (6 years)
Built and grew a fashion education community focused on pattern making and sewing, reaching thousands of followers. Designed and conducted workshops on pattern making and sewing basics, and took on custom orders to develop expertise in custom pattern making.
Intern
Tropic Knits India Pvt Ltd
Jun 2023 - Jun 2023 (0 months)
Assisted in sample room operations, including swatch organization, sample preparation, and quality readiness checks before buyer presentations. Gained exposure to export house workflows and sample management systems.
Fashion Quality Analyst
Madstreetden (VueModel)
Sep 2020 - Jun 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Worked on high-profile retail brand clients for an AI-powered eCommerce styling platform, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Styled large volumes of deliveries using AI-generated model imagery for product pages and virtual dressing rooms.
Workshop Tutor & Ambassador
Fabriclore retail Pvt Ltd
Aug 2021 - Apr 2022 (8 months)
Conducted multiple weekend workshops on pattern making and sewing for the Fabtribe community, consistently appreciated by attendees. Appointed as Fab-tribe Ambassador and sewing expert, and authored fashion industry blogs published on Fabriclore's website.
Fashion Design Intern
Stanfab Apparels
Jun 2019 - Jul 2019 (1 month)
Observed and documented end-to-end process flow of a large export house. Assisted in brand and market research initiatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School of Textile Management
Master of Business Administration, Apparel Management
2022 - 2024
Grade: 8.8 CGPA
Pursued an MBA in Apparel Management, achieving a CGPA of 8.8.
National Institute of Fashion Technology University
Bachelor of Design, Fashion Design
2017 - 2020
Grade: 8.9 CGPA
Completed a Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design with a CGPA of 8.9.
Institute of Textile Technology
Diploma, Textile Technology
2014 - 2017
Grade: 98%
Earned a Diploma in Textile Technology with a score of 98%.
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Location
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