“Design is not just how it looks, but how it works and shapes tomorrow.”
At NIF Global, we believe that teaching a young mind how to create, will enhance the horizon of the world of design. New York Institute of Fashion (NIF Global), is a premier design institute focused on shaping the future of the next generation of creative professionals in the field of fashion, interiors, management, hair and makeup. With locations across India, NIF Global is the place for learning, creativity, and career-building in the ever-changing design world at your doorstep. We have a presence nationally and internationally hence giving the students an exposure for Indian and global design brands and trends.
At NIF Global, learning goes beyond the classroom; its international tie-ups and collaborations equip future designers with real-world exposure. Students can participate and showcase their talent at influential and prestigious fashion weeks, including New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, Dubai Fashion Week, and Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI. NIF Global also presents “The Runway” at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI, an exclusive platform where fashion design students unveil their collections on the runway. NIF Global presents GENNEXT at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI, one of the most coveted designer talent discovery programs, a launch pad for some of the most sought-after names in the Indian fashion industry.
NIF Global empowers its students with exceptional mentorship, starting with Ananya Panday as the Style Icon, inspiring students with her Gen Z perspective, and Industry leaders in fashion, design, and beauty such as Manish Malhotra for fashion design, Gauri Khan, one of India’s renowned interior designers, Twinkle Khanna, for interior design expertise, Ashley Rebello, for costume design, and Bharat & Dorris, for make-up and hair expertise, offer expert help, useful knowledge, and real-life experience.
Besides these mentors, NIF Global invites international faculties who share their expertise, knowledge and professional insights to help students learn and connect with international design trends. This will help the students to get an edge over the other students who do not have this exposure and opportunities.
Keeping up with the Design Industry, NIF Global has provide students with a digital learning tool through its collaborations with RISE Worldwide, The Voice of Fashion, and the London School of Trends in which they hear from the renowned designers of the design industry about their experiences and they guide students about the latest trends of the industry, students can also attend international residential programs in London and Dubai to gain international exposure.
Aligned with NEP 2020, NIF Global offers UGC-approved programs including B.Des, M.Des, B.Voc, M.Voc, and BBA, in collaboration with National Skill Development Corporation and Medhavi Skills University. This ensures a future-skills-based education model as an Industry Skilling Partner. At NIF Global, we also offer short-term programs and certificate courses for students who want to build their career in the creative field.
More than an institution, NIF Global is a launchpad to give wings to the ambition and dreams of the students who have a passion for design and want to build global careers.
Ishika Arora is an Indian fashion and interior design expert with a keen eye for aesthetics and innovation. With years of experience in the industry, she specializes in blending timeless traditions with contemporary trends, helping individuals and brands craft unique style identities.
Her expertise spans across various fashion specializations, including haute couture, sustainable fashion, and athleisure, while her interior design work focuses on transforming spaces with elegance, functionality, and cultural depth. Ishika is passionate about guiding aspiring designers, offering insights into career growth, industry shifts, and creative inspirations.
When she’s not immersed in the world of fashion and interiors, Ishika enjoys traveling to global design hubs, exploring art, and experimenting with new materials and techniques.
President | Business Strategist | Growth Catalyst
With over 25 years of driving transformation across the Lifestyle, Education, and Service sectors, I bring a blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and people-centric leadership to every initiative I lead.
Whether it’s scaling operations, driving change, or crafting smart solutions, I bring a future-focused mindset and a results-driven approach to every mission.
Currently as a President of NIF Global, I’m passionate about innovation, transformation, and empowering people to do their best. I’m driven to build powerful ecosystems that unlock talent, ignite innovation, and fuel strategic partnerships on a global scale. I turn big ideas into bold moves—bridging vision with execution to elevate performance, spark growth, and deliver real impact.