Chandigarh
1 June 2023
DIVYA AZAD
The Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology, Mohali organised “Suvyan ’23” a display exhibition to showcase the final Design Collection of the graduating students of Textile Design Department at Hotel Shivalik View, here . NIIFT also announced that admission is now open at NIIFT centres’ and the last date of submission of applications is 04th June 2023. For details one can visit www.niiftindia.com
Meanwhile, the final collection showcased an integration of the learning, hard work and toil of the students of the Textile Design Department. The sense of the inspiring designs has been imbibed by the students during their course of study in the institute. Three years of rigorous learning and efforts culminate at the Annual Final Collection – “Suvyan ‘2023″.
Through the media of colors, materials, finishes and techniques, students expressed individual statements as Design Solutions for Fabrics and Home Furnishing products etc.
This year ‘Suvyan’ showcased 42 collections by the graduating students of the Textile Design Department. The collection included Apparels, Accessories and Home Furnishing products. All the products have been designed, keeping in mind the latest, trending and unique themes that the industry demands.
The faculty members Dr. Shweta Sharma, Dr. Deepti Sharma, Dr Meeta Gawri played a vital role in guiding and mentoring the students to get a better outcome of their work. An eminent jury was invited to evaluate the collections after which students were awarded. The jury included prominent Textile Designers and Industry Experts comprising Mr. Sanjay Kulsheshtra (Vice President) Fabric Quality Analyst(Wovens), Nahar Fabrics and Mr. Pradeep Rattan,Director,Pihu Home Decor,Noida.
Each student worked with an industrial client for a period of 5 months which led to the development of their individual collections and exhibition of design work. The industrial clients included Nahar Fabrics, Trident, Mittal International, Shingora Shawls, Reino Designs, Pihu Home Decor, Art Age, Jawandsons Pvt.ltd, Apex International, CTA Apparels, Valutex International and Neelambari Home and Lifestyles.
Speaking during the occasion Sh Charandeep Singh, PCS & Director NIIFT said “Suvyan is a very big platform for students and we are happy to organize it in a magnificent way. I congratulate the students for their excellent market oriented work.”
Sh Ravinder Garg, Registrar NIIFT said “The Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology (NIIFT) is set to showcase the extraordinary talent and creativity of its graduating students at ‘Suvyan’, a highly anticipated annual event. As the final step in their academic journey, the textile designers will present their captivating collections, encompassing a range of styles, techniques, and inspirations. ‘Suvyan’ promises to be an immersive experience, celebrating the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and innovation, as these emerging designers take center stage and leave an indelible mark on the textile design industry.”
Dr Poonam Aggarwal Thakur, Principal, NIIFT Mohali said “’Suvyan’ is a beautiful flower in the bouquet of various events organized by NIIFT. The students work day and night to accomplish the assignment inline with International Textile industry standards. Textile Design being a very lucrative field I invite the youth of Punjab to join NIIFT.”
“Suvyan has been very close to my heart as students put in their heart and soul in creating a beautiful piece of work which is ultimately recognized by the industry”, said Dr. Shweta Sharma, Course Coordinator, Textile Design Department and Coordinator Suvyan.
TEXTILE DESIGN
Textile Design forms the core of the whole business of fashion. The rapidly expanding activities in the export and domestic sector of the Indian Apparel and Home Fashion Industry demands professional inputs in design and development of textiles and raw material, which is responsible for 60-80%of the cost of the product. Textile Design today is that strategic value adding activity that can make all the difference in transforming a fashion business into an economically viable and profitable proposition.
Textile Design Awards –
1) BEST DESIGN COLLECTION– Ms. Ishika Raheja.
2) MOST INNOVATIVE COLLECTION – Ms. Khushi Garg.
3) MOST COMMERCIAL COLLECTION– Ms. Muskan Raj.
4) SPECIAL JURY AWARD- Ms. Shweta Rani.
5) BEST DESIGN METHODOLOGY – Mr. Ashutosh Jha.
