A
special fashion show by the world renowned Pakistani fashion designer Ms.
NiloferShahid was organized by the Embassy of Pakistan to France in Paris to
showcase seven decades of Pakistan’s fashion. The event was a part of 70 years
of Pakistan’s Independence celebrations, says a press release received here today
from Paris.
The Fashion show held in the Embassy of
Pakistan was attended by senior representatives of French fashion industry,
high end department stores, fashion schools and institutes, local actors and
celebrities from the TV and film industry and the French and Pakistani Media in
large number.
The Ambassador of Pakistan to France MoinulHaquein his welcoming
remarks said that Pakistan is a progressive, fast developing and a forward
looking country. He said that Pakistan’s fashion designers have received
international acclaim and recognition for their talent and creative work. The
Ambassador expressed the hope that the event would help in introducing
Pakistani fashion designers and their work to the French fashion industry and
creating useful linkages for further cooperation in this field.
The first segment of the show was specifically focused on seven
decades of fashion trends in Pakistan through a beautiful display of past and
contemporary styles.
The second segment of the show was NiloferShahid’stribute to
world’s famous Dutch painter Rembrandt. Her creative dresses depicting
Rembrandts life and artistic career was highly praised by all guests.
The Fashion show was also a part of the public diplomacy
initiative launched by the Embassy for promotion of soft image of Pakistan.
Ms. NiloferShahid called “the runway Empress of Pakistan: is one
of the greatest fashion designer of Pakistan. She is a recipient of many
international awards including “Grade de Chevalier” bestowed on her by the
Government of France in recognition of her contributions towards arts and
culture.