Education
- Master Degree in Fashion Design – INIFD HSR Layout, Bangalore (2017–2019)
- Bachelor Degree in Fashion Design – Ranchi Women’s College, Ranchi (2014–2017)
- Fashion Styling Certificate & Training – London School of Trends (2017–2018)
School of Design and Media
Shalini Pandey
Asst. Professor
Master Degree in Fashion Design & Fashion Styling Certificate & Training – London School of Trends
Ms. Shalini Pandey is a dynamic academician and fashion design educator with over 6 years of experience in fashion education and academic leadership. She blends strong technical expertise in draping, illustration, and surface ornamentation with strategic skills in curriculum development, faculty coordination, and fashion event planning. Passionate about bridging industry and academia, she has mentored numerous students, developed industry-aligned curricula, signed key MOUs with manufacturing units, and successfully organized university-level fashion shows and exhibitions, preparing students with creativity, professionalism, and real-world readiness.
Connect on LinkedInAreas of Expertise:
- Fashion Illustration
- Surface Ornamentation
- Draping
- Styling & Avant Creation
- Fabric Awareness & Color Analysis
- Curriculum Design & Program Structuring
- Fashion Show & Exhibition Management
- Student Mentorship & Portfolio Development
- Digital Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Figma, Behance
Experience
- Assistant Professor - Fashion Design, Inspiria Knowledge Campus (2026–Present)
- Program Leader – AAFT Online, Noida (2022–2026)
- Assistant Professor & HOD/HOI, Fashion Department – Mandsaur University (2020–2022)
- Fashion Faculty – INSD Bhopal (2019–2020)
- Fashion Faculty – Dreamzone Malleshwaram, Bangalore (2019)
- Head Designer – Moksh Boutique, Bangalore
- Merchandiser – Arvind Lifestyles Brands Ltd., Bangalore (Intern)
Publications
- 1.Presented paper titled “Regenerative Fashion and Its Necessity” at an international conference (September 2022)
- 2.Presented paper titled “The Santhal Painting – Magic in Hues: Vulnerable Art That Needs Attention” (October 2021)
Awards and Achievements
- Participation and presentation in prestigious platforms including Vibrant India of NYFW (multiple seasons: February 2018, September 2018, February 2019), Lakme Launchpad (December 2018), and Fashion Runway (April 2018)
- Certificate of Excellence (January 2018)
- Certificate for International Webinar on “Contribution of Women Scientists in Academic and Industry” organized by Ghatal Rabindra Satabaraiki Mahavidyalaya (February 2022)
- Faculty Development Program on Revolutionary Faculty Development Program (February 2022)
- Advanced Concepts of Outcome-Based Education (February 2022)