The Asian Institute of Fashion Design (AIFD), in collaboration and with the unwavering support of Iqra University, marked a historic milestone in its 24-year fashion journey with a spectacular fashion showcase entitled ‘Fashion Odyssey.’
Held at Iqra University’s Main Campus on Saturday, November 23rd 2024, the autumn-themed extravaganza drew an audience of almost 1,500 attendees, including celebrities, fashion icons, influencers and corporate luminaries including Fashion Designer Deepak Parwani, Designer and Actor Yousuf Bashir Qureshi, celebrity stylist Tabesh Khoja, Choreographer Rizwan Beyg and various other celebrities.
Reflecting on the success of the event, the Chairman of Iqra University, Mr Naveed Lakhani who lent his unwavering support remarked:
“It was an honour to host the biggest fashion show in AIFD’s history, celebrating 24 years of creativity, passion, and artistry. This event not only showcased the exceptional talent of our students but also reaffirmed our commitment to nurturing the future leaders of the fashion industry.”
The fashion extravaganza spotlighted the creativity and craftsmanship of AIFD’s final-year students of 2024 whose designs were brought to life by 11 renowned models from ZINC Modelling Agency. The runway was also graced by recently trained AIFD students who were making their fashion runway debuts, which further illustrates AIFD’s diverse talent.
The models showcased 60 couture masterpieces on the runway styled meticulously by celebrity stylist Tabesh Khoja, who has been a part of AIFD alumni. 10 additional wardrobe designs were also featured in an exclusive pictorial display.
From handcrafted jewellery to intricate embroidery and fusion cuts, the imaginative designs highlighted the students’ innovative use of colour, texture, and form. The runway, glowing with dusky lights and autumn-inspired foliage, was a testament to the artistry of the next generation of fashion visionaries.
Industry legends, Nabila and Rizwan Beyg, lent their expertise as the official makeup stylist and choreographer respectively, ensuring an evening of seamless sophistication.
Adding more star power, Asfa Sultan served as the mistress of the ceremony while Dino Ali hosted the Red Carpet.
Speaking about the accomplishments of the students of AIFD and the showcase, the Founder of AIFD, Sanober Ahsan expressed, “Equipped with a highly qualified and distinguished faculty and buoyed by a purpose-built-state-of-the-art campus, AIFD has been imparting the finest form of quality education to the students for 24 years.”
The momentous event was proudly sponsored by SHINE Soorty Enterprises, Foundation Fighting Poverty (FFP), Allure, Red Bull, The Ranjeet Kumar Show, Amavel Aura, Skincare Pakistan and VIDA.
