{"id":57455,"date":"2025-10-14T16:17:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T10:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prevalentindia.in\/index.php\/2025\/10\/14\/nif-global-showcases-emerging-fashion-voices-at-lakme-fashion-week-x-fdci-in-new-delhi\/"},"modified":"2025-10-14T16:17:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T10:47:06","slug":"nif-global-showcases-emerging-fashion-voices-at-lakme-fashion-week-x-fdci-in-new-delhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prevalentindia.in\/index.php\/2025\/10\/14\/nif-global-showcases-emerging-fashion-voices-at-lakme-fashion-week-x-fdci-in-new-delhi\/","title":{"rendered":"NIF Global Showcases Emerging Fashion Voices at Lakm\u00e9 Fashion Week x FDCI in New Delhi"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span><strong>New Delhi [India], October 14:<\/strong> <\/span>For its landmark 40th edition, <em>NIF Global presents GenNext<\/em>\u00a0at Lakm\u00e9 Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI opened the event with the remarkable debut collections of three promising GenNext designers. The showcase concluded to resounding applause at The Grand, New Delhi, offering the runway a refreshing influx of creativity and innovation.<\/p>\n<p>Celebrated as a launchpad for future trailblazers in Indian fashion, the GenNext platform once again delivered a compelling display of artistry and originality. This year\u2019s showcase reaffirmed its legacy of discovering young talent and empowering bold new design voices.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2018NIF Global presents GenNext\u2019<\/em>\u00a0stands as a testament to the power of opportunity\u2014proof that the right platform can truly transform careers. Over nearly two decades, GenNext has shaped the journeys of some of India\u2019s most acclaimed designers by offering mentorship, industry exposure, and creative freedom.<\/p>\n<p>Powered by Lakm\u00e9, FDCI, Reliance, and NIF Global, GenNext has introduced over 250 designers to the world and continues to remain India\u2019s foremost talent discovery platform. Its illustrious alumni include Rahul Mishra, Masaba Gupta, Kunal Rawal, Siddhartha Bansal, Mohammed Mazhar, and Rimzim Dadu\u2014designers who began their journeys here before going on to build influential global brands.<\/p>\n<p>NIF Global, a venture of the New York Institute of Fashion, Inc. (a corporation registered in the USA), has emerged as a catalyst for nurturing new creative voices. The 2025 GenNext Show reflected this commitment by presenting designers who transformed heritage, sentiment, and craftsmanship into modern narratives.<\/p>\n<p>Post-show,\u00a0<strong>Shaunik Khosla, Business Head \u2013 NIF Global<\/strong>, engaged with the media alongside the three GenNext designers, discussing their creative vision, inspirations, and future direction.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the press conference, Shaunik Khosla said, \u201cAt NIF Global, we are deeply committed to nurturing young talent, and our collaboration with Lakm\u00e9 Fashion Week x FDCI through the GenNext platform allows us to do exactly that. Season after season, we take pride in providing aspiring designers the opportunity to showcase their creativity on this prestigious stage, empowering them to make their mark in the fashion industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s designer selection was led by an esteemed jury of industry experts, including\u00a0<strong>Ainee Nizami Ahmedi<\/strong>\u00a0(Editorial Director, ELLE India),\u00a0<strong>Priyanka Kapadia<\/strong>\u00a0(Celebrity Stylist),\u00a0<strong>Nachiket Barve<\/strong>\u00a0(Fashion Designer),\u00a0<strong>Tina Tahiliani<\/strong>(Executive Director, Ensemble),\u00a0<strong>Sunanda Khaitan<\/strong>\u00a0(Vice President, Lakm\u00e9), and\u00a0<strong>Jaspreet Chandok<\/strong>\u00a0(Group Vice President, Reliance Brands). The designers were mentored by\u00a0<strong>Sabina Chopra<\/strong>, whose guidance helped refine their collections for the runway.<\/p>\n<p>The three GenNext designers who made their debut this season were:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><strong>Mohammed Anas Sheikh<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Presented a refined collection blending modern minimalism with traditional Indian craftsmanship, creating silhouettes that merged heritage with a contemporary outlook.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anam Husain<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Celebrated feminine strength through fluid forms, layered textures, and intricate detailing, telling stories of resilience and grace.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pranita Choudhury<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Delivered a bold, vibrant showcase inspired by cultural narratives and handwoven textiles, with experimental drapes and striking colour play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With each collection, these young designers stepped into a legacy where GenNext debuts often mark turning points in India\u2019s fashion evolution.<\/p>\n<p>In championing these emerging voices,\u00a0<strong>NIF Global continues to shape the future of fashion<\/strong>\u2014providing a learning environment that celebrates diversity, innovation, and global perspectives.\u00a0<strong>Ananya Panday<\/strong>, the Style Icon of NIF Global, embodies the brand\u2019s spirit of modern creativity and individuality. NIF Global\u2019s mentorship ecosystem is strengthened by industry icons like\u00a0<strong>Gauri Khan, Manish Malhotra, Twinkle Khanna<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>Ashley Rebello<\/strong>, who bring real-world insights to young talent.<\/p>\n<p>With multiple campuses across India, NIF Global offers specialised programs in <strong>Fashion Design, Interior Design, Management (School of Management), and Hair &amp; Make-Up (School of Beauty).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To know more about NIF Global and explore its programs, visit:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nifglobal.college\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>www.nifglobal.college<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em> If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. 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