When you say “Engineering is not everything, creativity is equally important too!” you will hear a great deal of hooting from the participants of the fourth edition of “VIBES 360 Degrees”, a fashion event hosted by Dream Zone, School of Creative Studies in collaboration with the CADD centre at the NIFT campus to celebrate World designers' day. The occasion started with a fashion show competition in which students from various colleges were asked to show their designs on the ramp. The theme was party wear and we had students walking in uniquely adorned attire from elegant long gowns to ethnic anarkali suits and funky-hip dresses coupled with sparkly sleeves and trendily ripped leg warmers. Their artistic skill was not only seen in their clothing but also in their detailing with accessories and intricate stone and jewel work on their garments. The Beautiful Divas team from GSS Jain College bagged the ‘NexGen' title along with a cash prize of Rs. 10,000. “This is my first fashion competition and I am very happy we won because it has given me great deal of confidence,” said Ashwini, participant, GSS Jain College.

Different themes

The show proceeded with the launch of ‘Alankara', a new collection of ethnic wear introduced by Jeeva, ex- student of Dream Zone. Another fashion show consisted of 35 students from Dream Zone showcasing exclusive designs and garment collections with themes ranging from Barbie and Marine life to Incredible India. The winners from Chennai included Taufiqa Fathima, Jahnavi Naidu and Mahita.G. The show also had periodical entertainers where the XD troupe preformed to a few hip-hop hits and the Beat Gurus had the audience roaring for their beats.

Design personalities like Sydney Sladen, Satkrit Krishna and Vivek Karunakaran also graced the occasion with their presence and participated in the announcement, felicitation and celebration of World Designers Day. The Judges included- Ms. Vandana, Palsani, Jeweller Director; Mr. Sunil, Satyam Cinemas, Distribution Manager; Mr. Senthil, Radio Mirchi, RJ and Ms. Abitha, Inifd Academic Head.

Shilpa Hinduja is a Third Year B.A Journalism student at M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women.