Towards the future with fresh creative prowess in fashion

Bangladesh’s style trade goes by means of a really thrilling time, with individuals at all times pushing the boundaries and discovering new methods to showcase their artistic zeal. The Style Design Council of Bangladesh (FDCB) is a non-profit organisation devoted to showcasing to the world the superb issues these Bangladeshi designers are undertaking.

There are at all times new additions to this prestigious organisation, with the most recent additions like Tanha Sheikh, Ajijur Raihan, Imam Hassan, Kamrul Riad, Rukshana Esrar, Nahida Muna, Sadia Rupa, Madhuree Sanchita Smrity, and others. To have a good time their addition to the pool and to showcase their superb skills, FDCD is organising a style present, titled “The Unimaginable Assortment of Style,” which is ready to happen on 4 November, and Star Way of life had the unique alternative to achieve designers’ perception on their journeys and the thought course of behind their work, which might be showcased in a number of days.
 

Ajijur Raihan: A promising identify within the style trade

Ever since he was a toddler, Ajijur Raihan felt drawn in the direction of style and the glamour world. Again when being a physician or engineer was the one option to stand up the success ladder, Raihan knew that was not his future. Following his ardour, he accomplished his Bachelors in Style Designing, and he credit every part that he has discovered thus far to all of the late-night portfolio preparations that had been a giant a part of his college days.

With regards to designing, Raihan is an avid believer of experimenting. In his phrases, “Life is just too quick to not experiment along with your garments”. From patterns, to shapes to supplies, you’d discover one thing totally different, out of the field in all his collections. He usually feels that folks worry experimenting with style and that is what holds them again from setting traits.

On this aggressive trade, he is aware of that one has to face out to create a design that can set one aside from the remaining. Conserving that thought in thoughts, he at all times tends to go for designs that inform their very own story. He believes that patterns can characterize an period of time, colors might help really feel the fantastic thing about a season.

Just lately, Raihan has discovered a brand new love for sci-fi components in his designs. Ever for the reason that pandemic lockdown, he observed that folks’s style preferences had been altering quickly and everybody was leaning extra in the direction of science and expertise. Upon this realisation, he determined to experiment with expertise, and has devoted his time to search out the right mix of style and expertise in his designs.

At present prepping for his upcoming present in November 2022, Raihan hopes to finish the yr on a optimistic observe and excitedly awaits the style traits that might be coming quickly and revamp the style trade.

By Maisha Tarannum Iqbal

Picture: Ajijur Raihan

 

Imam Hassan: From dreamer to designer

Imam Hassan has liked style and every part about it for so long as he can bear in mind. Even has a toddler, he was fascinated by the foreplay of colors and complicated particulars in handcrafted garments, and equipment.

Upon finishing his HSC exams, Hassan set out on pursuing his dream of changing into a clothier by becoming a member of Bibiana as assistant designer. It was additionally his expertise at Bibiana and the imaginative and prescient of veteran designers like Bibi Russell and Lipi Khandker that impressed Hassan to focus his work on native material. One other mentor and inspiration for Imam Hassan was the famend artist and designer, Chandra Shekhar Shaha.

Hassan obtained his formal coaching and schooling on style designing from Shanto-Mariam College of Artistic Expertise (SMUCT) and has had the chance to work with varied style homes, his expertise ultimately main him to launch his personal model — Label Imam Hassan.

“Absolutely the favorite half about my occupation is having the ability to assist my purchasers create the look they dream of with our native material and craftsmanship,” says this designer.

Imam Hassan has additionally been related as head designer on the Friendship Colors of the Chars, a social enterprise of Friendship NGO, selling sustainable style.

Hassan’s dream of representing the colors and tradition of Bangladesh stretches nicely past the straightforward and aesthetically pleasing rickshaw artwork. “I believe we will all agree that our life-style has developed from the simplistic illustration we nonetheless see in varied platforms,” he says.

Imam Hassan can be among the many newer members of Style Design Council of Bangladesh. He believes {that a} nation’s style council paves the way in which for designers to showcase their work on worldwide platforms and FDCB is all set to make its worthy contribution in Bangladeshi style.

By Nusrath Jahan

Picture: Imam Hassan

 

Kamrul Riad: His journey into the world of colors and shapes

Kamrul Riad is without doubt one of the new faces within the trade and is on the forefront of the brand new style motion, at the moment working for NZ group, whereas additionally showcasing his artistic prowess by means of the model, D.code by Riad.

Kamrul was impressed to enter the realms of style designing by Bangladesh’s numerous heritage. “We’re a really vibrant tradition certainly. We’ve got Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians, in addition to many small indigenous teams, every having their very own set of conventional costumes. On high of that, there’s a lot selection in native textile and native floor designs. Why would anybody not wish to create one thing new out of them?” he said.

Kamrul is at all times seeking to deliver his imaginative and prescient to life. His designs are closely influenced by the season, so he elements that in the first place. “Subsequent, I consider my goal group and provide you with a theme primarily based on that and the season. I then do analysis to select the floor design and shade,” defined Kamrul.

Kamrul’s creativity and distinctive method has gained numerous praises and fan following. He was a high 5 finalist at WorldSkills Rising Star Competitors in 2019. He’s additionally one of many latest additions to the Style Design Council of Bangladesh.

“I really feel blessed to be a member of FDCB, the most effective platform in Bangladesh to show our work”, he said. Kamrul’s work might be displayed in FDCB’s upcoming occasion, titled Rising Designers to your Grass roots. For the style present, he might be working with geometric designs.

Kamrul’s use of color in addition to his eye for motif-shape-placements actually make his creations standout. Will probably be thrilling to see what he brings to his upcoming style present.

By Irfan Aziz

Picture: Kamrul Riad

 

Madhuree Sanchita Smrity: Her personal world of style

The primary inspiration for Madhuree Sanchita Smrity got here from her mom, who would do thread work on attire and sometimes get her concerned by asking her to attract out the designs. Over time, Smrity discovered herself extra on this planet of artwork and style, and as soon as she joined the School of High quality Arts on the College of Dhaka, there was no wanting again.

Throughout her Charukola days, Smrity joined the group of probably the most famend puppet present of Bangladesh, Sisimpur. She continued puppetry for roughly 5 years, all of the whereas finishing her Bachelor’s and Grasp’s. Afterwards, she joined Rang, formally taking her first step on this planet of style. Smrity joined Jatra in 2010 and Anusheh Anadil grew to become her mentor in her journey of changing into a designer.

“I’ll at all times be immensely grateful to Anusheh. She tirelessly taught me every part there’s to find out about style designing,” says Smrity. After seven years of working with Jatra, it was time for her to broaden her horizons.

Apart from Rang and Jatra, Smrity has additionally been related to manufacturers like Aarong and Aranya, having labored lengthy intervals of time with each of those style homes.

Madhuree Sanchita in the end discovered her personal area of interest in jewelry making, starting her personal enterprise, Rhree, in January 2020. What is outstanding about this specific creation of hers is her use of pure seeds in making the jewelry.

Along with utilizing pure color, Smrity has labored with quite a lot of over 50 various kinds of seed in her jewelry.

“Ladies are part of the cycle of nature,” says Smrity, “So creating Rhree and dealing with pure elements like seeds is a method of reflecting the ladies’s involvement in nature,” she mentioned.

Smrity has been an lively a part of Style Design Council of Bangladesh (FDCB) for the previous 4 months and feels excited to be working in a platform that permits her to work together with designers and aspiring artists of various age group and expertise.

By Nusrath Jahan

Picture: Tamim Ahmed

 

Nahida Muna: Style by means of her perspective

Coming from a enterprise background, Nahida Muna by no means deliberate on pursuing a profession in style designing. Nonetheless, future had different plans.

Realising her potential in sketching, one among her buddies instructed that she pursue a Bachelor’s diploma in style designing. As she was by no means a fan of standard profession choices and at all times had a eager eye for style, she determined to go for it.

Again when she began, individuals weren’t so style aware as they’re now. It was not part of our on a regular basis life, however Nahida took it as a chance to vary the narrative.

In 2012, when style was largely thought of a luxurious just for the elites, she knew she needed to do one thing to make style extra accessible to everybody.

A fan of the legendary designer Bibi Russell, she began getting inspiration from her and started experimenting with easy but trendsetting patterns, and designs that folks can add to their on a regular basis wardrobes. She believes style doesn’t at all times must be flamboyant. She prefers working with easy motifs that stand out due to its sample, color, and even form.

In her 10 years of expertise within the trade, she has witnessed a major change in how style is considered among the many lots. She is overjoyed to see that, no matter any event, individuals now give numerous thought to style and do their greatest to remain up to date with current traits.

Encouraging the upcoming designers who wish to pursue a profession within the style designing trade, she advises them to make the most effective use of their creativity and expertise. In her phrases, style is one thing that folks of all ages and generations take pleasure in.

By Maisha Tarannum Iqbal

Picture: Nahida Muna

 

Rukhsana Esrar: Luxurious clothes

While you purchase designer garments, you don’t pay for simply the apparel, you additionally get a personalised tailoring (fairly actually) only for you. A variety of thought and energy is put behind the little particulars and intricacies that make the entire course of what it’s.

The proprietor of RER (Rukhsana Esrar Runi), Rukhsana Esrar has been navigating the ins and outs of the style world for the previous 30 years. She specialises in high fashion bridal attire, which is advanced on account of its bespoke nature however that is what makes her creations stand out.

“The beginning of my journey was purely out of necessity however as time glided by, I fell in love with designing,” defined Rukhsana. She has at all times had an appreciation for the finer issues in life and began incorporating that into her work.

Now, bringing intricate creations to life clearly entails numerous elaborate steps, and Rukhsana gave us an perception into her world. She often begins with temper boards, color palette and sketches. Subsequent comes sourcing the fabric.

“As soon as I get the preliminary steps out of the way in which, I get into reducing, stitching, printing, embroidering, sampling, ending, and eventually manufacturing,” she elaborated.

Rukhsana Esrar is without doubt one of the latest members of the Style Design Council of Bangladesh (FDCB).

“I am honoured and grateful to be in the identical league as these extremely gifted people. I really feel pleased with the initiatives now we have taken to uphold Bangladeshi style, its artisans, and supplies and guarantee a brighter future for them,” she replied, when requested about addition to FDCB.

For the upcoming style present, she is engaged on a set that can showcase the power and lustre of Bangladeshi silks to the remainder of the world.

By Irfan Aziz

Picture: Rukhsana Esrar

 

Sadia Rupa: A voice of the Bangladeshi style trade

Sadia Rupa’s assortment of ethnic, western and fusion attire for each women and men take Bangladeshi heritage to a world platform, upholding social and world style traits. By manipulating material, mixing and matching totally different motifs and patterns, her model Sadia Rupa (SR), integrates tales, traditions, social values and norms, and customs backed up by correct analysis.

Sadia Rupa’s journey began again in 2011 whereas she was working as a contract costume designer for Channel-i. Whereas her preliminary aim was by no means in style designing, she considers herself fortunate to have discovered her ardour and making house for herself within the trade.

With a background in each accounting and style, she selected to pursue a Grasp’s diploma in style designing from India. Throughout that point, her success within the 2020 Lakmé LaunchPad earned her the title as the primary Bangladeshi designer to win the competitors. In a while, she went to take part within the Lakmé Style Week in Mumbai as a world designer. Sadia represented Bangladesh in each exhibits utilizing rickshaw artwork and conventional textiles. She later went on to take part in New York Style Week, the hub of all style designers and fanatics, as a fancy dress designer.

With a knack for taking part in round with designs and patterns and appreciating a artistic problem, her foremost focus in her work is product high quality, sustainability, and setting.

“I at all times attempt to harmonise Bangladeshi heritage into my designs, which is able to replicate our tradition internationally. I would like my designs to talk of my nation,” mentioned Sadia.

Utilizing sustainable and high-quality materials like natural cotton, pure silk, khadi, linen, Sadia tries to seize her interpretation of what she sees round her and the way it resonates inside her.

Her journey thus far will not be solely an achievement for herself however for all the nation in gaining illustration on world platforms and enriching Bangladesh’s style trade.

By Puja Sarkar

Picture: Sadia Rupa

 

Tanha Sheikh: Her method to sustainable style

Sustainable style is usually talked about in opposition to quick style, which is understood to contribute to environmental air pollution. Many Bangladeshi designers, together with Tanha Sheikh, are embracing sustainable style, whereas protecting in thoughts to have interaction the youth with intricate designs and trendy traits. She believes that this new option to style and sustainability can produce clothes with longevity and embody cultural tales.

Tanha’s journey within the artistic area started throughout her childhood. Rising up in a culturally wealthy setting, she at all times had an affinity for artwork, craft, and nature. Her ardour to work in style and her motivation to revive Bangladeshi conventional arts led to the creation of her clothes line, Taan, in 2016, whereas pursuing a Grasp’s in Style Design from Shanto-Mariam College of Artistic Expertise.

Realising the hurt that the style trade inflicts on the setting, she selected to evade all practices contributing to local weather change in her work. Regardless of the fee will increase and challenges, her aspirations and her responsibility to encourage the youth to embrace Bengali traditions and keep related to our heritage, stored her motivated.

Tanha firmly believes that growing one thing from a classical perspective doesn’t reduce how wealthy the design is. Her assortment, ‘Tepa Putul,’ digs deep into integral components of Bangladeshi tradition by means of trendy designs. Her assortment used AZO-free supplies, that means all the manufacturing course of was free from utilizing poisonous chemical substances like bleach and nitrogen.

Together with her upcoming assortment, she intends to journey throughout Bangladesh, gathering expertise and knowledge from native artisans, and the indigenous inhabitants. At present specializing in girls’s and menswear, she hopes to broaden to the house decor sector.

Within the coming years, Tanha aspires to begin a basis for artists to straight promote to native and worldwide clients to earn higher and enhance the worth of their work. She moreover is seeking to work within the area of girls empowerment by means of evidence-based info and expertise permitting girls to create market-friendly merchandise.

By Puja Sarkar

Picture: Tanha Sheikh