Nida Azwer Atelier
Kanchan Dawani is an accomplished Textile Graphic Designer currently working at Suzy Shier, where responsibilities include conceptualizing and creating exclusive patterns and designs, as well as developing print color palettes. As the owner of Kanchan Dawani Studio and a Senior Textile/Print and Fashion Designer at Nida Azwer Atelier, Kanchan oversees the design of original prints and embroideries across various categories, including Bridal and Luxury Pret. Previous roles include Head of Design at Nida Azwer Atelier, where Kanchan managed a design team and created original prints for fashion collections, and teaching positions at Haque Academy and L'ecole School for Advance Studies. Kanchan's educational background includes degrees from Savannah College of Art and Design and Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture, focusing on Apparel Design and Textile Design.
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Nida Azwer Atelier
Nida Azwer has been designing and working in fashion under the aegis of her eponymous label since 2005, only one month after she graduated from the prestigious Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture. Inspired by the fine craft of local Pakistani artisans, the Brand is recognised for their love of more classic and vintage design elements infused with traditional crafts such as tukri ka kaam, rilli, kantha, zardozi and miniature embroidery, worked into contemporary fashion. All clothing and apparel created under the Nida Azwer label is meticulously handworked in Pakistan using only pure fabrics including Irish linen, chiffons, hand-woven silks, French lace, la’me and brocade. Additionally, she prioritizes the revival of traditional craft, specifically embroideries in Pakistan. Drawing inspiration from interior Sindh’s age-old embroideries, she meticulously reinvents stitches such as the Hurmich, Seesha Tanka, Moti Tanka and Heera Tanka on fine quality organza and silk. She is passionate about ensuring the continuation of the craftsmanship, supporting a large number of craftsmen in Pakistan. Nida Azwar was nominated for a coveted Lux Style Award for Best Emerging Talent in 2008 and in 2015 for the Best Fashion Designer Pret. She also won the Best Designer Award at the Nesvita Women of Strength Awards in 2009.