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Anya Parekh

Nottingham Trent University

Im an excited and inspired fashion designer, beginning to specialise in leather product and bags, often inspired by Indian architecture and symbols of craftsmanship, blended with the floral details of the natural spaces and markets (and my own love for flowers). Part of my interest for leather design comes from the need to encourage slow fashion and timeless pieces through use of raw/natural materials and recycled embellishments.

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A Window Into My Home

Category: Apparel

Competitions: International

'A Window Into My Home' is a concept that honours heritage and recognises how living and growing up in a Western society as an Indian girl has impacted my connection with culture through fashion and styling. I spent time researching into my fabrics used – leather and dupion silk, as I wanted an intersection of common Indian fabrics and Western fabrics. The garment is complete with golden rivets and embellishments from recycled jewellery, adding the cultural touch of adornment with accessories. This is one way I personally connect with my background, wearing Indian bangle sets that jingle with movement. My inspiration for the laser cut design stems from my love of Indian/Islamic architecture -the ‘Jali’, a marble screen or window, hand carved with beautiful floral or geometric patterns. Attracted by the symmetry, craftsmanship and intricate details, I developed this to become wearable art, the essence of Indian architectural beauty combined with the variety of Western fashion.

In association with Arts Thread

Working with our partners at Arts Thread to develop lifelong learning and career opportunities for students of fashion and design. Our partnership provides the opportunity to compete on a world stage, participate in industry led workshops, set up an outstanding portfolio and gain access to the resources that will kickstart careers in fashion and design.