Pak Fashion industry making inroads internationally
Pakistan Fashion Industry is thriving quite well and making inroads in international haute couture as its rich heritage of embroidery and fabrics is a source of attraction for the high street fashion in the European markets.Noted Pakistani designer Hassan Sheheryar Yasin speaking at the Asia House here as part of “Pakistan Now” series of cultural events, told the gathering that the biggest satisfaction that he draws from his work is seeing “Made in Pakistan” labels on the high class fashion apparels being displayed and sold in international markets.
He asserted that with rich heritage of embroidery and fabrics inherited from the Mughals as well as folk culture, Pakistan certainly hold treasures for international market which so far remain hidden and unexplored to a large extent. Read more
Courtesy : www.app.com.pk
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