Amity University Mumbai, Amity School of Fashion Technology (ASFT), Showcases ‘Swara – The Melody of Threads’ at Bombay Times Fashion Week 2025
01 May 2025: Amity University Mumbai’s School of Fashion Technology (ASFT) showcased its collection, ‘SWARA – The Melody of Threads’, at the Bombay Times Fashion Week 2025. Student designers worked on 38 garments inspired by the harmony of the seven musical notes. This artistic orchestration featured seven themes that fused sculpted silhouettes with fluid drapes, intricate embroidery with futuristic cuts, where tradition meets innovation.
SWARA was more than a collection; it was a cultural crescendo, echoing the institute’s mission to honour India’s artisanal legacy while embracing modernity. With this showcase, the institute reaffirms its commitment to nurturing creative excellence and empowering young designers to make bold, global statements. SWARA is a testament to the institute’s vision of shaping the future of Indian fashion.
On the occasion, Mrs. Divya Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity Arts Foundation, said, “At Amity University Mumbai, we believe in turning passion into purpose – enabling students to learn beyond the classroom, rubbing shoulders with some of the biggest names in the fashion industry. This kind of real-world, hands-on experience is at the heart of our curriculum. It gives me immense pleasure to witness the skill and talents of our budding designers.”
The event was attended by leading designers and stylists, heads of notable fashion brands, eminent academicians, visionary entrepreneurs and illustrious personalities from the world of fashion, film and media.
The students were mentored by the elite faculty of Amity School of Fashion Technology, headed by Dr. Bhawana Chanana, Director; the core faculty team including Ms. Nutan Kajbaje (Design), Ms. Rashmi Thakur (AV), Ms. Vandana Deshmukh (Accessories) and Ms. Neha Suradkar (Styling & Backstage).
Amity School of Fashion Technology (ASFT), Amity University Mumbai, one of India’s premier fashion institutes, nurtures professionals across Fashion, Design, Retail, Styling, Communication Design, and Textiles. ASFT’s teaching-learning pedagogy emphasises experiential learning and a Digital-First approach seamlessly integrating CAD, CAM, UX-UI, and AI. With a strong thrust on hands-on industry exposure, students engage in live projects, workshops, field visits, guest talks, and internships, along with real-time exhibitions, VM windows, design galleries, community initiatives and ramp shows.
ASFT graduates are placed in top fashion brands like Shantnu and Nikhil, Zara, Marks & Spencer, Ritu Kumar, Gucci, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, as well as media houses such as Thinking Folks, Magnanimous, and Goodword Media Services. Many also work alongside renowned celebrity stylists like Niriksha Poojari, Meera Godbole, and Komal Shahani, exemplifying the institute’s commitment to holistic development and industry readiness.
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