Pearl Academy Alumni Shine at London Fashion Week 2024
India’s leading creative education institution, Pearl Academy, partnered with Fashion Week & The City (FWTC) to showcase the spectacular collections of five of their alumni at the prestigious London Fashion Week 2024. This milestone, achieved through enhanced collaboration, offered emerging talent a unique opportunity to debut on a global stage. The event took place on September 14, 2024, at St. John’s Church, Hyde Park, London.
The institution provided exclusive on-campus mentoring, focusing on design, technical skills, and styling to ensure each collection was showcase-ready. The collaboration underscored Pearl Academy’s commitment to supporting upcoming designers by offering extensive mentoring and guidance. The partnership with FWTC not only provided a prestigious platform but also opened doors to invaluable industry connections. The five designers were selected based on their collections’ exquisite aesthetics, product capabilities, quality, design finish, and vision.
About the Designers:
- Swidhi Arora
Graduated in Fashion Design from Pearl Academy, her label Swidhi Arora is renowned for elegant, hand-embroidered clothing that blends traditional Indian styles with luxury fabrics. Her collection, “Local Nation,” drew inspiration from her hometown Saharanpur’s wood craftsmanship, featuring ivory and gold tones with intricate motifs of elephants and flowers. It highlighted the cultural heritage of Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh by merging traditional artistry with contemporary fashion. - Rasook by Manit Pal Singh
Presented “Heritage in Harmony: A Celebration of Cultural Diversity in Wedding Wear,” showcasing men’s wedding attire influenced by Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, and Christian rituals. The collection combined luxurious fabrics like silk and velvet with intricate embroidery and a rich color palette, blending traditional motifs with modern cuts for a stylish interpretation of wedding traditions. Manit graduated in Textile Design from Pearl Academy. - Sakshi Khetterpal
Her collection “New Beginnings (Nayi Shuruaat)” merged India’s rich cultural heritage with contemporary global fashion. It explored the balance between simplicity and complexity, featuring clean lines and intricate handwork that reinterpreted classic techniques. The collection embodied timeless elegance and personal transformation, celebrating the fusion of tradition and innovation. Sakshi graduated in Fashion Design from Pearl Academy. - Saloni Arora
A Pearl Academy alumna who pursued Fashion Design, she presented Label Muslin—a sustainable brand focusing on minimalist, multifunctional designs. The “Waste to Waist” collection showcased innovative corsets made from upcycled fabric scraps, combined with tailored shirts, trousers, and dresses. It blended traditional brocade with eco-friendly materials, redefining corsetry with a commitment to creativity and sustainability. - Shubh Goyal
Creative Director of FIERCE LONDON and a graduate of Fashion Luxury Brand Management from Pearl Academy, he presented the “Fierce Ascendancy” collection—an all-black line that combined luxury with the edgy spirit of streetwear. Crafted from fine leather, it included structured jackets, tailored trousers, and sculpted bodysuits, emphasizing bold silhouettes and intricate details. This collection redefined streetwear with a focus on power, confidence, and unapologetic self-expression.
Ms. Aditi Srivastava, President of Pearl Academy, said:
“We are proud to see our five distinguished alumni selected to showcase their work at London Fashion Week. This achievement is a testament to the legacy of excellence and creative rigor fostered within Pearl Academy. It highlights our ongoing commitment to nurturing talent that transcends boundaries, and we are confident they embody the integrity and brilliance that define our institution.”
The collections shown by Pearl Academy alumni were truly stunning, each designer bringing their distinct vision to life with creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship. This opportunity represented a key milestone for Pearl Academy, strengthening its role as a driving force in aligning developing talent with global opportunities.
About Pearl Academy:
Pearl Academy, a unit of the Creative Arts Education Society (CAES), is India’s leading creative education institution as per industry surveys by ASSOCHAM, India Today-MDRA, Outlook-Drshti & I-CARE, The Week-Hansa, Business of Fashion, and The Economic Times. The institution offers over 35 bachelor’s and master’s degree programs besides a range of short-term courses in Fashion Design, Communication Design, Product Design, Textile Design, Fashion Communication, Fashion Styling, Fashion Business, Interior Design, Film, Gaming, and more through its state-of-the-art campuses in Delhi-South, Delhi-West, Jaipur, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Since its establishment in 1993, Pearl Academy has evolved into a globally renowned institution of higher learning, placing a strong focus on global exposure, entrepreneurship, technological expertise, and life skills. The institution has been a catalyst for success for its students through its constructive tie-ups with industry bodies and international universities. This commitment is prominently reflected in its outstanding placement record, consistently exceeding 99% year-on-year. For more information, please visit: www.pearlacademy.com
About FWTC:
Fashion Week & The City is a creative platform built with the vision of Ms. Priyanka Bajaj. Fashion Week & The City offers unique opportunities to emerging and established designers to showcase during London Fashion Week. Every season, the platform welcomes designers from South Asia, America, Latin America, to name a few. Over the years, the platform has offered its designers more than just a show in London; designers are provided with opportunities to establish business collaborations in the UK and European markets, meaningful press, influencer and celebrity collaborations, designer showrooms, and much more.