NAVANGI was born from designer and stylist Jithya Fernando’s vision to create pieces that help women feel confident, comfortable, and truly unstoppable in every part of their day.
The name itself is deeply personal - Navangi, her middle name, means “beautiful woman.” When paired with her first name, Jithya, it translates to “victorious, beautiful woman.” Once hesitant to embrace it, she eventually saw just how perfectly it reflected her mission: not only as a symbol of her own journey, but as a message to every woman who wears her designs.
Jithya’s inspiration began in the world of bridal, where she fell in love with the beauty of transformation - how a simple sleeve could shift an entire silhouette. That idea of elegant, effortless change stayed with her. It became the foundation for NAVANGI: a brand built on adaptability, intention, and timeless design.
Jithya’s background as a stylist gave her something more valuable than any trend forecast: a deep understanding of how clothing makes women feel. Over time, she developed an instinct for how thoughtful design - from the curve of a neckline to the shape or volume of a sleeve - could completely shift a woman’s confidence.
This intuition, combined with her experience in bridal and luxury fashion where craftsmanship is everything, now guides her meticulous design process. It’s a process shaped by years of working closely with women of all ages, body types, and personal styles.
Every Navangi piece is designed to support the rhythm of real life. As the brand evolves, Jithya plans to expand into tops, bottoms, dresses, and evening wear - always with the same commitment: creating beautiful, versatile garments that adapt to every role a woman takes on. Her designs are intended to be a long-term investment in your wardrobe: made to last, adapt, and evolve alongside you.
For Jithya, when you feel amazing, you do amazing - and confidence should never come at the cost of comfort. Navangi is built on the idea of support - in the way our designs feel on your body, in how they adapt to your day, and in the reassurance that you’re prepared for whatever comes next. Because when you feel supported - physically, emotionally, and through the clothes you wear - confidence comes naturally. Comfort is never sacrificed, and confidence is never an afterthought.
Jithya’s path has also been shaped by her background in psychology and her passion for mental health and child advocacy, having studied psychology with the goal of one day contributing to policy change. She sees a natural connection between mental health and fashion, believing both have the power to shape how individuals feel, express themselves, and navigate the world.
If she could leave one message to every woman wearing her designs, it would be simple: YOU CAN DO IT ALL.
Whatever “all” means to you - a goal, a dream, or a quiet personal victory - NAVANGI was created to remind you that there are no limits to what you can achieve.
To adapt with you. To grow with you. And to celebrate every version of who you are becoming.
