Textile, clothing exhibition

Published in Pakistn Observer (Feb. 19, 2011)

Sana Jamal

Islamabad - Innovative yet elegant exhibition of textile and clothing at Federal Government College, F-7/2, Islamabad, demonstrated the dedication of the younger generation towards their future careers through their unique artwork. The exhibition was the endeavor of the students of Home Economics and Management Sciences of the college on the completion of a six year integrated professional scheme of studies at the college.

The exhibition titled “enchanting world of ideas” was inaugurated by the Principal of the college, Mrs. Durdana Israr on Friday afternoon.

According to the Principal of the college, Mrs. Durdana said “the work displayed at the exhibition was extraordinary and spoke highly of the hard work put in by the student.” She was of the view that dedication always has its reward in the form of high achievements which further strengthens our belief in hard work.

The exhibition displayed colourful apparel and household items, such as bed linens, cushion covers, lamps which were designed and tailored by the students. The techniques and skills used by the students included were silk screen printing, block printing, tie and dye, batik and draped garments using different techniques with applied embellishment. “Four of my dresses are on display here in which I have used four techniques of screen printing, batik, block printing, and tie & dye” said Marium Khan, a student of Textile & Clothing.

Ms. Samar Zafar, Head of dept. of Textile and Clothing seemed pleased with the work of the students. “We aim to facilitate the students so that they can recognize their potential however due to partial funds we are only able to assist them at college level only” she said while talking to Pakistan Observer.
The car prints on the bed sheet and engines on the sofa cover, was the unique idea of Khaula Ahmed who wishes to maintain the work as her career due to “high appreciation of the work from the teachers and the fellow” she said.

Fashion Week 2011 makes its way to Islamabad

Published in Pakistan Observer (22 Jan. 2011)

Sana Jamal

ISLAMABAD: The first ever ‘Islamabad Fashion Week’ is all set to launch in the capital city. The highly anticipated, four-day glamour event is scheduled to take place from January 27-30, 2011.

After the successful launch of Karachi Fashion Week Chapter 1 and 2, Excellent Events and Entertainment (Pvt.) Limited (Triple-E) brings the fashion week chapter 3 to Islamabad which will facilitate to let in Islamabad in the world’s fashion capitals.

Islamabad Fashion Week (IFW) will showcase couture by local and international top fashion designers on the first day of the event which will include 8 fashion runway shows. The rest of the days will be designated to various clotheslines and fashion accessories brands of Pakistan.

The event will help in facilitating trade and exposure of international guests as well as highlighting Pakistan’s local talent. It is estimated that there will be approximately 50 exhibition stalls and 40 multimedia brand presentations which will be taking place parallel to the fashion runway show.

The objective of the fashion week is to introduce Pakistan’s fashion-related businesses to both domestic and international buyers to further assist them in the creation of effective business link. While the event will also help to widen the international network of Pakistan’s fashion/textile businesses and to assist in the promotion and development of small and medium enterprises in Pakistan, especially those whose scope of production is related to fashion accessories.