Chitkara University’s EMERGE 2024 Spotlights Sustainable Fashion & Emerging Talent

Chitkara University’s Department of Fashion Design, Chitkara Design School, recently hosted the “EMERGE Graduate Fashion Show 2024,” a dynamic showcase of creativity and innovation from emerging fashion talents. The event featured 11 carefully curated student collections, ranging from knitwear, zero-waste designs and heritage Indian textiles to fusion wear, streetwear, athleisure and avant-garde styles. Each collection highlighted diverse design approaches, with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and fresh perspectives on fashion.

The show was attended by notable industry figures, including Ujjawal Dubey, Founder & Creative Director of Antar-Agni and Yvette Joan Noethen and Javier Reyes, International Recruiters from The Walt Disney Company. Their presence highlighted the global reach and importance of the event. The collections were brought to life with choreography, music and production entirely managed by students, guided by faculty mentors, showcasing Chitkara University’s hands-on approach to education.

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Best Graduate Collection award to Anshika Gupta for her avant-garde collection Altered Perspectives. Inspired by organic architecture, Gupta’s work impressed for its unique blend of form, function, and sustainable design.

The event also reflected Chitkara University’s focus on experiential learning, empowering students to push creative boundaries while preparing them for the evolving demands of the fashion industry. Through initiatives like EMERGE, Chitkara Universities continues to inspire the next generation of fashion leaders to think critically, creatively, and sustainably.