Blenders Pride Fashion Nights arrives in Hyderabad

 A celebration of creative expression, glamour and above all ‘Pride’ with designer Archana Rao and showstopper Pragya Jaiswal

 

India, May, 2022: Blenders Pride Fashion Nights, a unique travelling experiential property, arrived in the City of the Nizams – Hyderabad, celebrating the authentic spirit of the city through fashion and style. A spirit that echoes with Pride and inspires the creators of today to become icons of tomorrow. Hyderabad’s “Made of Nizami Glam” edition for Blenders Pride Fashion Nights, brought together an eclectic evening that blended fashion, culture and music, celebrating the glamour of the legendary Nizams with the contemporary style of modern-day Hyderabad.

 

Romancing the city through the curated evening at the urban chic Air Live, Gachibowli was Hyderabad-based designer Archana Rao, whose ensembles drew inspiration from the multicultural city and its colourful history. The designer collaborated with Hyderabad born-and-raised singer Pranati Khanna aka Peekay, who brought her indigenous roots with global influences on the forefront in a unique and powerful live performance. A captivating musical experience curated by veteran Hyderabadi music producer Murthovic, with diverse sounds and varied influences, further enhanced the local flavour. The show drew to a finale with none other than celebrated Telugu actor Pragya Jaiswal, who captivated the audience in a beautiful ensemble by the designer. The “Made of Nizami Glam” edition of Blenders Pride Fashion Nights was a charming revival of the city’s romanticism and legacy, along with its espousal of modern glamour and artistry.

 

To set the tone of Nizami glamour at its finest, on the one hand, each garment of Rao’s collection had subtle elements that elevated each look – from embroidered collars to lace inserts, signature pressed flowers and botanical 3D embroidery and structured pant suits to romantic flowy tulles – designed to pay homage to the designer’s decade-long journey in design. And on the other, much like the regal city, the show was accompanied by enchanting live music. The upbeat set was a composition designed to narrate the spirit of Hyderabad along with the flair of the designer. The evening was attended by the city’s A-listers & influencers. The fashion walk truly left the guests mesmerized & engaged.

 

Through this unique showcase of Pride encompassing diverse talent across creative fields, Blenders Pride Fashion Nights 2022, encourages everyone, especially youth at large to celebrate & take pride in their authentic and individual journeys. The evening spotlighted individuals who take Pride in their choices, are comfortable in their skin and, most importantly, embrace their authentic selves – truly living a life that is ‘Made of Pride’.

 

Talking about her curation, designer Archana Rao said, “India has immense local talent and it’s heartening to associate with a property like Blenders Pride Fashion Nights that celebrates and nurtures this talent across diverse creative fields. My collection is an ode to Hyderabad through my journey as a designer. I am excited to share my ‘Made of Pride’ story in the city that defines my work.”

 

On her association with Blenders Pride Fashion Nights, actor Pragya Jaiswal said, “I am excited to walk the ramp at Blenders Pride Fashion Nights, a platform that celebrates local talent and culture. In my

 

 

 

 

 

journey as an actor, I’ve taken immense Pride in following my heart and passion for acting. Today, my heart swells with Pride as we all come together to celebrate the iconic city I call my second home – Hyderabad!”

 

On their association with Blenders Pride Fashion Nights, Murthovic and Pranati Khanna said, “Hyderabad is all about the culture of art and music, which inspired our musical journey. The city has allowed us to blossom, own our identity, and take Pride in traversing the path that we have chosen. We are thrilled to be part of one of the most definitive platforms in fashion, Blenders Pride Fashion Nights, which recognizes the creativity of local artists across diverse genres.”

 

From Hyderabad, Blenders Pride Fashion Nights 2022 will travel across the length and breadth of the country to Chandigarh, Pune, Guwahati and many more cities.

 

Stay tuned on @blenderspridefashiontour page to know more about Blenders Pride Fashion Nights.