Research PaperAug – Dec 2024
Weaving Cultural Heritage: Lambani Embroidery in Menswear
A study on integrating traditional Lambani embroidery into contemporary menswear, with qualitative and quantitative research.
Knitwear designer
Tara Murali
Postgraduate Fashion student at SCAD, Savannah
Designing knitwear with quiet structure, soft drape, and thoughtful texture. Tara blends hand techniques with contemporary silhouettes across apparel, accessories, and experimental textiles.
About
Academic focus and textile practice.
Tara is a postgraduate student at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and earned her undergraduate degree at NIFT Kannur. Her specialization centers on knitwear and intimate apparel, with a studio practice grounded in knitting, crochet, and material experimentation.
EducationMFA Fashion/Apparel Design, SCADAug 2025 – Nov 2027
UndergraduateB.Des Knitwear Design, NIFT KannurAug 2021 – Jun 2025
SpecialisationIntimate apparelMinor in fashion design
Projects
Research-led explorations in textile heritage.
DocumentationJul – Dec 2023
Ezha: Story of a Loom
Craft cluster research on Kannur handloom, centered on the Morazha Weavers’ Industrial Co-operative Society (MORWICS).
Experience
Industry internships and studio work.
Intimate Apparel Design Intern · Reliance Retail
Jan 2025 – Apr 2025 · Bengaluru
Trend forecasting, market research, design support.Athleisure Design Intern · Landmark Group
Jun 2024 – Jul 2024 · Bengaluru
Worked under the Kappa sportswear line.Infantwear Design Intern · Reliance Retail
Jun 2023 – Jul 2023 · Bengaluru
Kidswear design for the Frendz brand.Skills
Hands-on and digital craft.
KnittingHand knittingCrochetSewingCLO3DAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesign
Contact
Collaborations, commissions, and studio inquiries.