Tag: Fashion Week

  • Fashion weeks have lost their charm, says HSY

    Fashion weeks have lost their charm, says HSY

    Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY), in a recent interview with The Current, agreed that recent fashion weeks have lost their charm.

    Responding to a question on if he thinks fashion weeks have lost their charm, HSY said: “I do. Fashion weeks have lost their charm because everyone looks alike now. All shows are sticking to the same formula now.”

    “I think all shows should have a different identity because two shows with similar choreography, background and format would leave people bored,” he continued.

    “The spice in fashion is diversity,” added the designer.

    Read more – HBCW21: More stars than fashion

    When asked which fashion statement he thinks need to be thrown out of the window, HSY said: “A fashion statement is your self-reflection. If I tell you to throw something out of the window, then that’s not your self-reflection. I don’t believe in trends, trends are what you like.”

    “If you think a statement is good for you, do it,” he added.

    Later, while responding to a question on if the fashion industry is a toxic place, HSY said: “I’ve heard that working at a grocery store is also very toxic. I’ve heard that a fight between your aunts at home is also very toxic. I’ve heard that if two people get into a fight while changing a car’s tyres at a workshop, even that is very toxic.”

    “Toxicity is where you find it,” said the designer. “And peace is where you find it. If you find peace in where you are, it’s not [toxic].”

    “I think people should talk less and work more,” he added.

    Meanwhile, HSY also shared that he does not tire of dressing Reema because “she is not only beautiful but she is also very appreciative”.

    HSY, during the interview, also gave a tour of his new studio in Lahore, shared details of his fan moment with Tom Cruise, and opened up on how he deals with controversies when people pass unwarranted statements during his talk shows.

    Watch the complete interview here:

  • Mohsin Naveed Ranjha offers to help struggling designers

    Mohsin Naveed Ranjha offers to help struggling designers

    Mohsin Naveed Ranjha has opened up on the ‘heavy discrimination’ in the fashion industry and has announced that he is opening his doors for young designers struggling to establish themselves in the fashion business.

    In a detailed note posted to social media, the internationally acclaimed designer said: “The fashion fraternity in Pakistan and internationally at large faces heavy discrimination.”

    “Having gone through a time where I have struggled to make a name and a repute for myself, the hardships that paved the way and the challenges that brought me to the point I am in today made me promise myself in the past that if I ever get to make a name, I’d help and promote local art and partisanship.”

    Expressing his disappointment over the lack of support for debut designers, Ranjha said: “Seeing the sheer mockery and fun that was made of debut designers in the past bridal week has left me shattered and utterly disappointed.”

    “Liking or disliking someone’s work is totally subjective but putting someone down like that and disrespecting them is something that has made me want to address this,” he added.

    Read more – HBCW21: More stars than fashion

    The designer continued: “Leaving the good and bad to the critiques, let’s talk about how much hard work, dedication and labour each bridal wear takes to make. Each artisan spending hours and hours of their life trying to fulfil and perfect the look. How everyone associated with each stitch of the garment is being disrespected.”

    Announcing his decision to support budding artists, Ranjha said: “We would feel happy to help a fellow member of the fraternity, regardless of scale and experience, and inculcate a culture of love, friendship, and togetherness.”

    “We’ve had enough of bullying and disrespect in the name of criticism and this by no means equates to me to encouraging and supporting copy cats, it’s just realising that maybe with some support and love to these in need,” he concluded.

    Hareem Farooq lauded Mohsin for taking this step, saying: “Well said, and what a beautiful thought! You are a gem! This world needs more amazing people like you.”

    “Sending dhair saari duas your way,” she added.

    An established designer, Ranjha has dressed a plethora of celebrities from Maya Ali to Ranveer Singh besides designing outfits for hundreds of brides across Pakistan.

  • Models thank Imran Ashraf for appreciating their efforts

    Models thank Imran Ashraf for appreciating their efforts

    After walking the ramp at the Hum Bridal Couture Week 2021, Imran Ashraf has lauded and appreciated models for making all fashion shows successful with their hard work and dedication. Ashraf walked the ramp for Uzma Babar wearing a greenish-gold sherwani with Yumna Zaidi.

    In an Instagram post, the Ranjha Ranjha Kardi actor wrote: “This applause is solely for the models of the fashion week. You deserve all the credit for making the show successful.”

    “The celebrities are just mere guests at such events. It’s the models who are the real kings and queens, who deserve all the appreciation,” he added.

    Soon after Imran’s posts, models thanked the actor for appreciating and acknowledging their efforts.

    “This means so much,” said Maha Tahirani. “Absolutely glad to hear it and pleased to have people like you to look up to!”

    “You’re the sweetest Imran,” said Farwa Kazmi. “Indeed very humble. Thank you for acknowledging our hard work and respecting our platform. It was so great meeting you, you’re a wonderful person.”

    Similarly, another model Raahima Ali, commenting on Ashraf’s post, wrote: “Always had mad respect for you as a person and as an actor, but today that respect has skyrocketed. You are what they call a star sir. Thank you for acknowledging our work that’s barely ever shed any light on.”

    Supermodels Mushk Kaleem and Amna Baber also thanked Imran for his kind words.

    “Thank you for speaking up for the backbone of our fashion shows,” said Mushk. “Our models deserve so much applause and thank you for bringing that to everyone’s notice.”

    Read more – Mushk Kaleem opens up about taking drugs to lose weight

    Imran started his career as an actor in 2011 with supporting roles. His strong and heartfelt performances won the audience’s hearts making him an established actor in the field.

  • IN PICTURES: Hum Bridal Couture Week Day 1

    IN PICTURES: Hum Bridal Couture Week Day 1

    The first day of the 17th edition of the Pantene HUM Bridal Couture Week (PHBCW) took place Friday night in Lahore.

    Here’s a look at the event in pictures:

    Labyagawachi – Fahad Hussayn

    Showstopper – Abrarul Haq

    Shadi Mubarik – Aisha Imran

    Showstopper – Minal Khan

    Ethnic Seams – Almirah

    Showstopper – Aijaz Aslam

    Hayal – Samsara Couture House

    Showstopper – Saba Qamar

    Zoella – Zonia Anwar

    Showstopper – Nausheen Shah

    Nitasha Bilal Haute Couture – Abooro

    Showstopper – Noor Khan

    Ishq – Haris Shakeel

    Showstopper – Kinza Hashmi

    Royal Tag

    Showstopper – Adnan Siddiqui

    Nilofer Shahid – A tribute to Kashmir

    Showstopper – Sarah Khan