Besides emerging designers, the South Asian New York Fashion Week gave space to established designers to showcase their collections, each label unique to itself! The variety presented speaks volumes about how diverse the South Asian culture is, each place having its own traditions, art, heritage and fashion style. Let's look at some established designers who made their way to the runway with their skilled work!
SANYFW: The Runway Experience w/ Established Designers
Margi
Margi unites various cultures with a hint of athletic functionality, representing powerful women who want to feel beautiful. The fashion brand is the brainchild of designer Margi Sutariya, the label's collection is comfortable and stylish while still remaining true to Indian heritage.
Photo Credits: SANYFW & Margi Instagram (Photographer: Sukhmani Kaur)
JinaShili
A Hong Kong-based label that focuses on custom-made wear, JinaShili plays around with different shapes and cuts, putting a fun take on classic silhouettes. Their collection's trendy and classy with hints of modernity, showcasing the designer's love for details.
Photo Credits: SANYFW Instagram (Photographer: Sukhmani Kaur & Swapnil)
Rivesse by Ishan
Rivesse is a made-to-measure menswear brand that wants to keep South Asian traditions alive, and incorporated with American culture while offering affordable wear. Their take on fashion is to modernize vintage clothing, working with the highest quality materials, many being hand-embroidered, catching the true essence of South Asia.
Photo Credits: Photo Credits: SANYFW & Rivesse Instagram (Photographer: Sukhmani Kaur & Swapnil)
Aara by Sana
Aara by Sana features bespoke and culturally-diverse designs, working as a luxury label offering clothing designed to flatter women of all shapes and sizes. The label curates luxury resort wear using the finest and rare fabrics, sourcing globally, showcasing the collection "Our Time" on the runway.
Photo Credits: SANYFW & Aara by Sana Instagram (Photographer: Sukhmani Kaur)