Thulasidas takes the top prize of the fashion design competition with a collection that celebrates Asian heritage
Kavita Thulasidas has emerged as the winner of Singapore Stories 2022, beating out four other finalists of the annual fashion design competition.
Thulasidas showcased her winning collection on the runway at the Singapore Stories 2022 finale, which was held at the Asian Civilisations Museum. The finale was attended by notable figures of the local fashion industry, such as Semun Ho, CEO of the Singapore Fashion Council*, the organiser of Singapore Stories. The guest of honour of the evening was Senior Minister of State Sim Ann.
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Thulasidas’ collection, titled “Heritage Reinterpreted and Beyond,” offered her take on this year’s competition theme, Fashion United. With a crane as a central motif, her designs shined a spotlight on historic craft techniques and fabrics from Asia, including intricate Parsi embroidery and woven silk brocades. To add a contemporary flair, Thulasidas elevated her designs with asymmetric cuts and dramatic draping.
“This collection is dedicated to our immigrant forefathers who worked hard to make Singapore the country it is today,” said Thulasidas, who helms the local fashion label Stylemart. “I am so proud of our rich and diverse background, and being part of this competition was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our collective traditions, roots and values.”
