The highlight of the festival's launch was the master class led by Meherr Kaur Sawhney, Head of Department (Fashion) at JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai.
The Virtual Design Festival 2024 started with a resounding success as over 450 registrations poured in for its inaugural master class. Hosted on February 9th, 2024, the event saw over 200 eager participants attend, marking a promising start for this innovative platform.
The highlight of the festival's launch was the master class led by Meherr Kaur Sawhney, Head of Department (Fashion) at JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai. Sawhney captivated the audience with her insightful discourse on Sustainable Fashion Design Practices and the abundant Career Opportunities awaiting future designers in this dynamic field. Her creative approach and expertise inspired attendees to explore the intersection of fashion and sustainability further.
The event concluded with an engaging Interactive Q&A Session, which provided students with a platform to pose their queries about various career pathways in fashion, mainly focusing on the burgeoning realm of New-Age Sustainable Fashion Design.
Reflecting on the success of the master class, Ar. Gauri Sharma Tikku, Leader of the Global Design Education Council (GDEC) at Edinbox, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "The Virtual Design Festival 2024's inaugural master class has set a new standard for creativity and innovation in the realm of design education."
With such a promising start, the Virtual Design Festival 2024 is poised to become a cornerstone in the realm of virtual learning and design education. The organizers invite all enthusiasts to join them for another compelling master class on February 17th, promising yet another enriching experience.