NIF Global provides students with an exclusive chance to showcase their talent at ‘The Runway’ during Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI, reinforcing our dedication to nurturing emerging talent. Fashion Design students unveil their collections on The Runway, while Interior Design students seize the opportunity to design sets for the designer shows at the premier fashion week, gaining valuable exposure and networking opportunities. Our students, hailing from across the country, converge at the ramp, bringing diverse perspectives and inspirations.
Collection – Stitched in Motion
Kritika Kachhara and Shruti Kotecha from NIF Global Ghatkopar presented a collection inspired by the fluidity of urban nomads. Featuring Sashiko embroidery reminiscent of cityscapes and crafted from jute-khadi blends in neutral tones, the collection championed androgynous silhouettes and versatility, prioritizing functionality and effortless self-expression.
Kritika Kachhara
NIF Global
Mumbai Ghatkopar
Shruti Kotecha
NIF Global
Mumbai Ghatkopar
Collection – Arctic Voyage
Aanya Mutta and Krishna Thacker from NIF Global Gandhinagar unveiled “Arctic Voyage,” inspired by the resilient Arctic tern. Cotton linen fabrics in hues of white, black, and grey were punctuated with pops of red, symbolizing the bird’s distinctive beak and legs. Gradiations, pleats, pintucks, and panelling techniques lent structure and fluidity to the garments, echoing the bird’s grace in flight
Aanya Mutta
NIF Global
Gandhinagar
Krishna Thacker
NIF Global
Gandhinagar
Collection – Shift
Bharti Goyal and Himanshi Garg from NIF Global Gurugram presented a collection that paid homage to the architectural genius of Zaha Hadid. The designs featured TPU, flannel, poly knit, and PVC fabrics, with bold neon thread tufting. Multifunctional silhouettes transformed with ease, reflecting Hadid’s fluid, futuristic forms in cherry lacquer, retro blue, and beige hues.
Bharti Goyal
NIF Global
Gurugram
Himanshi Garg
NIF Global
Gurugram
Collection – Nomadic by Nature
“Nomadic By Nature,” designed by Namrata Agrawal and Ankita Tiwari from NIF Global Indore was an ode to modern travellers. Using terry rayon lycra and iridescent PVC, the collection balanced free-flowing silhouettes with structured elements, ensuring ease of movement. Earthy natural tones of sand, deep greens, browns, and rust anchored the collection, evoking a sense of grounded sophistication.
Namrata Agrawal
NIF Global
Indore
Ankita Tiwari
NIF Global
Indore
Collection – Cosmo Ster
A fusion of cosmopolitan hipster vibes and free-spirited hippie culture was seen in the collection “COSMO STERS,” presented by Dhanishta Soni from NIF Global Jaipur. In this collection, Suede and flannel fabrics were transformed into adaptable, reversible, and detachable silhouettes. The collection’s browns and blues, coupled with weaving, block printing, and screen printing techniques, celebrated individuality and togetherness.
Dhanishta Soni
NIF Global
Jaipur
Ramp Theme – Urban Nomadism
The magic of ‘The Runway’ extended beyond fashion, with interior design students transforming the runway into a visual spectacle. Their artistry added depth to the show, creating a dynamic interplay between fashion and space, and further showcasing NIF Global’s interdisciplinary talent. They worked on the common theme given to them as Urban Nomadism, that embraces the spirit of the modern wanderer—a person who moves fluidly between bustling cities, carrying with them a sense of freedom and adaptability.
Kalash Bhuptani,
NIF Global
Mumbai Ghatkopar
Priyanka Sharma,
NIF Global
New Delhi West
Nisha Kumari,
NIF Global
Gurugram
Nirma Suthar,
NIF Global
Mumbai Borivali
Priyanka Ghosh,
NIF Global
Siliguri
