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Roots of Resilience: The Bengal Leather Chronicles

Category: Apparel

"A high-fashion collection that bridges the gap between rural Bengali folk heritage and sustainable modern luxury. Inspired by the rhythmic martial movements of Raibenshe and the satirical masks of Gombhira, the collection utilizes 100% cattle leather to mimic the textures of traditional crafts like Nakshi Kantha and terracotta. It focuses on durable, gender-neutral silhouettes that celebrate the 'Slow Fashion' movement, proving that ancient storytelling can be preserved through futuristic digital and physical leather craftsmanship.

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International 2026 Competition

Debasis Karmakar

Roots of Resilience: The Bengal Leather Chronicles

Indira Gandhi National Open University

International 2026 Competition

Apparel

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