Models took the stage by storm when they sashayed down the ramp showcasing 49 hands-on beautiful collections created by the graduating fashion design students of Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology (NIIFT) Mohali at ‘Anukama 2023’ held at Tagore Theatre.
The Fashion Designing students were guided by their mentors Dr Poonam Aggarwal Thakur, Dr Simrita Singh, Dr Deepti Sharma, Navdeep Kaur and. Puneet Khokhar. The students completed their projects being a part of well-known companies of the fashion industry. An eminent jury with distinguished names from the fashion, apparel and textile industry evaluated the designer collections of the students.
Charandeep Singh, PCS & Director NIIFT said “Students used the platform of Anukama to present their signature style. They put in their best work which could be seen in the collections presented.”
“We feel proud that NIIFT students walked the ramp, 35 girls and 6 boys, adding the glam quotient to the students’ creations.” said Navdeep Kaur, Show Coordinator, Anukama 2023 & HOD, Fashion design department.
The student models of NIIFT who have walked the ramp were Shalini, Bhawana, Khushi Biyani, Yahika, Shreya Chaudhary, Rishika, Siddhi, Gungun, Diksha, Shahbaz, Isha ,Vidhika, Shobita, Richa, Arsh, Parinaz, Arushi, Vanshika, Neha, Harleen. The Anukama’2023 show was choreographed by Navdeep Kaur.
The runway came alive with a fusion of tradition and modernity, as talented designers explored diverse themes and materials, infusing them with their personal interpretations.
NIIFT Students and Their Awe Inspiring Collections
- Shruti
Theme – Lost heritage based on Ukraine art and craft.
- Anshika
Theme – ‘The Botanical Print’.
- Keshav Mangal
Theme – He created a collection for the LGBTQ community named ‘Immure’.
- Hansika Jain
Theme – She created a collection to bring upfront the Shakespearean love story of Romeo and Juliet.
- Manthan
Theme – Inspired from fashion of the 70’s.
- Kritika Gupta
Theme – Japanese art under the title Kabuki – the people’s art which she created using the innovative technique of batik, dyeing and printing & with motifs taken from Japanese paintings.
- Sukriti
Theme – ‘The fragrance of village’ showcased the art of Madhubani of Bihar.
- Pamilpreet Kaur
Theme – Maa Boli, collection inspired from Punjabi language.
- Charvi
Theme – Old school drift.
- Shreya
Theme – ‘Plastic nourishment’ talked about breastfeeding related problems
- Nitya Sehgal
Theme – “De’Nimes to denims – the Imperishable.”
- Pol Jayshree
Theme – ‘Paithani Saree Revival’ ensembles with amazing draping techniques
Fashion Design Awards
1) Best design collection- Tamanna
2) Best garment construction- Shreya Shubhraja
3) Best commercial collection – Moksha
4) Most creative collection – Keshav Mangal
5) Best use of craft in design – Kritika Gupta
6) Best use of art in design – Sonali Bajpai
Courses Offered At NIIFT, Mohali
- B.Sc. Fashion Design
- B.Sc. Textile Design
- B.Sc. Knitwear Design & Technology
- B.Voc. Fashion Design & Garment Technology
- M.Sc. Fashion Marketing & Management
- M.Des. (Fashion & Textiles)
Admissions to NIIFT centers are open and the last date of submission of applications is 04th June 2023. For details one can visit visit www.niiftindia.com.
NIIFT is under the administrative control of the Department of Industries and Commerce, Punjab.
