THE SIGNATURE FABRIC OF INDIA KHADI
Khadi has been an instrument of social change in the pre-independence era and has transformed into a tool of resilience, resurgence and self-reliance in modern times. And from being a humble attire of the great freedom fighters, Khadi has evolved into a symbol of fashion and ultimate luxury.
“This was for another succesful year of Khadi Fashion Show by Rajasthan Khadi and Village Industries Board and the overwhelming participation was in itself a manifestation of Khadi’s popularity among the youth”, said Fashion Designer Himmat Singh.
The innovations made in Rajasthan’s traditional Khadi were showcased by male-female models by catwalk on the ramp and the specialities of Khadi prepared in different districts of Rajasthan were displayed to the attendees through a fashion show.
During this fashion show led by highly acclaimed fashion designer Himmat Singh Panwar, various ministers and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.
The Secretary of Rajasthan Khadi and Village Industries Board Brajesh Kumar Chandolia said that this fashion show was organised by the board in order to present the traditional dress of Rajasthan’s Khadi in an international form, in which mainly Khadi costumes from different regions of Rajasthan were displayed. In this fashion show held in two sequences, more than 40 male-female models wearing casual, office wear, and party wear dresses designed by world-renowned fashion designer Himmat Singh, who walked the ramp and showcased designer apparel made from fabrics like Jaisalmer’s Pattu, Merino Woolen Khadi, Organic Khadi etc. Bollywood singer Ravindra Upadhyay was the show opener for the special personalities sequence, while World fame supermodel and actor Rajeev Singh shared the stage with designer Himmat Singh Panwar as a showstopper.
