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Bangladesh acid survivors hit catwalk to fight discrimination

Survivors of acid attacks strutted down the catwalk at a fashion show in Dhaka Tuesday in an effort to stamp out prejudice against victims of these brutal assaults. Shonali Khatun, a 14-year-old student, who had her face reconstructed after being attacked with acid just days after her birth, led the charge down the runway wearing clothes...

Fashion

New Delhi to host India Runway Week Winter

India Runway Week (IRW) Winter will be held in New Delhi from September 16 to 18, 2016. This is Asia’s youngest fashion trade event. Each season of the IRW introduces new talent and places young Indian designers firmly on the global fashion stage. This is an educational trade event where buyers and media get to see the work of young designers....

Fairs

Bibi Russell to showcase winter collection at Rajasthan Heritage Week

Bangladeshi fashion designer and former international model Bibi Russell, who has been working with artisans from Rajasthan for some time now, would be showcasing her winter collection inspired by Rajasthani weaves during Rajasthan Heritage Week in December. Russell recently displayed a range of Kota doria sari, skirt and dresses of lehariya...