Pakistan Fashion Week. PFDC

Hey All so Pakistan just had its Fashion Week. What did you think of all the designers and what they had to offer? I think this one was the best yet? The amount of creativity and vision that Pakistani designers exhibited in this fashion week is astounding!

And of course what did we see on the runway? A bold western aesthetic with Pakistani embellishments and fabrics! Many of the designs and silhouettes that were seen on the runway really emulated the kind of ready to wear we see here in the United States, with a twist of course. Check Out Fahad Hussayn's Collection and Nikki and Nina as well both very reputable Pakistani designers!

A little critique: my favorite collection was from Fahad Hussayn you can call this sort of a collaboration of Alexander Mcqueen and Chanel but in Pakistan. Dont get me wrong its no where close to the detail they exhibit in their sewing but nonetheless the over all look reminds us of their runways from this past spring. Although the whole collection lacks a sense of cohesiveness, it is still very beautiful! Every piece tells its own story, down to the styling of the garment. This type of collection really requires a lot of universal knowledge about fashion. The mix of patterns, designs and the western aesthetic really makes it a collection that backs Pakistan for being a hybrid country of many different cultures and languages.  Absolutely Gorgeous!

Now of course Nickie Nina, a major fashion house in Pakistan. The collection was a bit straight forward at times a mix of patterns with a western silhouette. However, some of the dresses and jackets that were embellished with pakistani embroidery and laces were absolutely gorgeous where you could tell and say BAM that's Pakistani! of course if you don't believe me check out the snaps below!  

                                     

                                 

And of course I had to feature this piece by Ali Xeeshan. This collection was considered very controversial in Pakistan due to the heart on the sleeve and jewelry adorning the face and head. Women were featured in this collection as exotic and sensitive beings rising to great lengths in Pakistan. 

Needless to say this PFDC Fashion Week designers showcased their collections to emulate the women of Pakistan, their independent nature, modern outlook on society and their desire to be seen as women of power, culture and education.

Sincerely,
The critiques of an American Born Pakistani

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