Amity University Mumbai’s School of Fashion Technology (ASFT) made a striking impression at the Bombay Times Fashion Week 2025 by presenting its artistic fashion collection titled ‘SWARA – The Melody of Threads’. The show featured 38 unique garments meticulously designed by students, drawing inspiration from the harmony of the seven musical notes. Each creation embodied one of seven distinct themes, blending sculpted silhouettes and fluid drapes with detailed embroidery and contemporary cuts, representing a creative union of tradition and modern innovation.
The glamorous runway show opened with popular TV personality Akriti Negi, while Neel Samarth Motwani and Parinitaa Seth added star power as showstoppers. Adding to the vibrancy, Amity’s own models Esha Velankar and Nakul Mukhi walked the ramp with poise and charisma, capturing the audience’s attention.
‘SWARA’ was not just a fashion showcase but a cultural celebration, emphasizing ASFT’s mission of preserving India’s rich artisanal heritage while embracing the futuristic vision of fashion. Through this dynamic showcase, ASFT continues its tradition of empowering young designers with the tools and platform to express themselves boldly and globally, reinforcing its vision of shaping the future of Indian fashion.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Divya Chauhan, Chairperson of the Amity Arts Foundation, stated, “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 come alive on the ramp.”
The event drew an influential crowd of top designers, brand leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs, and notable personalities from the fashion, film, and media industries.
The student designers were expertly mentored by the distinguished faculty of ASFT under the leadership of Dr. Bhawana Chanana, Director. Key faculty members included Ms. Nutan Kajbaje (Design), Ms. Rashmi Thakur (Audio-Visual), Ms. Vandana Deshmukh (Accessories), and Ms. Neha Suradkar (Styling & Backstage Management).
As one of India’s leading fashion institutions, Amity School of Fashion Technology (ASFT) at Amity University Mumbai nurtures talent across domains such as Fashion, Design, Retail, Styling, Communication Design, and Textiles. The institute follows a Digital-First and experiential learning pedagogy, incorporating technologies like CAD, CAM, UX-UI, and AI into its curriculum. Students gain real-world exposure through live projects, workshops, field visits, guest lectures, internships, and fashion exhibitions, ensuring a holistic understanding of the fashion ecosystem.
ASFT’s interdisciplinary, competency-based approach not only cultivates creativity and innovation but also promotes sustainability, emotional intelligence, and entrepreneurial spirit. The result is a cohort of well-rounded graduates equipped with technical knowledge, artistic vision, and industry experience, ready to contribute meaningfully to the global fashion stage.
ASFT alumni have secured placements at prestigious fashion houses and brands such as Shantnu & Nikhil, Zara, Marks & Spencer, Ritu Kumar, Gucci, Tommy Hilfiger, and Calvin Klein. Many have also joined renowned media houses like Thinking Folks, Magnanimous, and Goodword Media Services, while others have carved paths alongside celebrity stylists like Niriksha Poojari, Meera Godbole, and Komal Shahani—testament to ASFT’s strong emphasis on holistic development and industry readiness.
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