The Forgotten Valley - A Modern Echo of Ancient Indus

Get ready to be captivated by the GMARO Magazine December 2024 Issue #14! In an era where fashion intersects with cultural archaeology, 'The Forgotten Valley' emerges as a revolutionary dialogue between past and present. Designer Anzal Khowaja draws from the mysterious depths of Mohenjo Daro—one of civilization's earliest urban centers—to craft a collection that transforms the ancient Ajrak textile tradition into a contemporary fashion narrative.

This avant-garde series marries innovation with inheritance, featuring self-developed textiles that push the boundaries of traditional craft. Khowaja's masterful fusion of high-tech processes with hand-applied Ajrak patterns creates a distinctive aesthetic vocabulary that speaks to both heritage and modernity. The collection's strength lies in its reinterpretation of traditional draping techniques, where each fold and silhouette tells a story of evolution while honoring its cultural roots.

'The Forgotten Valley' represents more than a collection—it's a testament to fashion's power to resurrect and reimagine forgotten histories. Through sophisticated textile manipulation and contemporary design interventions.

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Fashion Designer - Anzal Khowaja @anzal.ik

Photographer - Stefan Sieler @stefansielerphotography

Hair Stylist - Cristiano Basciu @cbasciu

Makeup Artist - Ria Amorim @riakmua

University - Regents University London @regentsunilondon

Course Leader - Steven Dell @curious_point_of_view

Accessory Designer - Ivanna Diadyk @ivanna.diadyk