Second Edition of Huts to High Street, a fashion show to promote Khadi

In keeping with the leader of the nation, Narendra Modi’s clarion call, to make Khadi fashionable again, the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), presented the second edition of its unique initiative titled ‘Huts to High Street’, at IIM Ahmedabad on 30th October, 2015. This special showcasing was in association with the Gujarat State Khadi & Village Industries Board (GSKVIB).

India’s leading style gurus from the maverick Rohit Bal, to the ingenious Rajesh Pratap Singh, Pero by Aneeth Arora and 11.11/Eleven Eleven showcased collections soaked in crafts and Indian heritage. The designers presented innovative modern twists to hand spun and woven khadi ensembles.

The inimitable Salman Khan and Bollywood sweetheart Sonam Kapoor walked the ramp in an ensemble designed by Rajesh Pratap Singh and Rohit Bal, in a bid to promote indigenous khadi.

Khadi’s celebration was witnessed by prominent personalities from industrialists, textile aficionados, and senior level bureaucrats, members of the film industry and faculties & students from Gujarat design & business institutes.