Ann Trip is a textile designer who holds a Master's degree in textile design from the National Institute of Design in India. She furthered her studies in digital textile design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Her portfolio includes designing prints, wovens and automotive furnishings for renowned global brands such as Prada, Marks & Spencer, Waterford, Debenhams, Mohawk, Pier 1 and JC Penney. Deeply rooted in Indian fabric artistry, Ann has specialized training in traditional Indian weaving and printing methods, including hand-block printing, natural dyeing, and intricate tie-dye techniques like Bandhini. She hails from Varanasi, India, a major textile hub famous for its traditional brocade silk sarees.