Jothi K, a NID Ahmadabad graduate has been awarded as the Emerging Designer of the Year for 2011 by FDCI at the recently concluded Men’s Fashion week. This initiative is aimed at fostering and promoting emerging talent within the fashion industry. Jothi’s collection is inspired from the German School of Architecture. 

The contest was open to students over 18 years and professional fashion designers with an experience of three years or less. The entries drew close to over hundred applicants registering for the most coveted designer’s title. An independent jury deliberated over the entries received from fashion institutes across the country, before deciding on the final winner. 

Mr. Sunil Sethi, President, FDCI, said: “FDCI has always encouraged new talent. I am delighted to see an increase in the number of applicants this year. Jothi K, the winner of Van Heusen Emerging Designer has proved her mettle and wowed the jury. I wish her all the best.”