(source : ANI) ( Photo Credit : ani)
The Collective Pop Festive Edit kicked off in Mumbai’s Andheri West, drawing the city’s brightest fashion talent, tastemakers and buyers into a two‑day showcase of style and creativity. The event ran from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. inside the Ralph Lauren Hall at the National Institute of Fashion (NIF) Global campus, and the atmosphere was electric.
Milestone Ventures, led by founder Vivek Gautam, conceived the program to give designers a high‑impact stage while sparking networking and new business deals. “We wanted a platform where creativity meets opportunity,” Gautam told reporters. “Fashion shifts fast—events like this let us stay nimble, bring fresh voices forward, and celebrate the talent in our community.”
Key moments of the festival
- Designer runway shows – Exclusive unveilings of trend‑setting festive collections from the likes of Tina Bindra (SASSYKAUR), Parul Khanna (Studio 6 Jewels), and Monica Shah (MONICA SHAH).
- Thought‑leadership seminar – Industry guru Chirag Aggarwal shared insights, moderated by creative director Sagar Kadrekar.
- Curated brand activations – Spotlights on both rising labels and established names.
- Evening networking – A relaxed meet‑and‑greet that let designers, buyers, stylists and influencers mingle naturally.
The marketing team, headed by Anushka Arjun and the creative eye of Sagar Kadrekar, worked closely with Srishti Shukla and Kripa Shukla to build a cohesive experience that felt fully alive and sensory.
Spotlight on talent
| Designer | Brand | |
|---|---|---|
| Tina Bindra | SASSYKAUR | @sassykaur13 |
| Parul Khanna | Studio 6 Jewels | @studio6jewels |
| Monica Shah | MONICA SHAH | @monicas_design_studio |
| Mrunal Mistry | MRUNAL MISTRY | @mrunalmistry |
| Aanchal Mahajan | Gifting Joy | @gifting_joy |
| Sukanya Naik | SUKANYYA | @sukanyya_the_label |
Industry partners also helped the event shine: Milestone Ventures supplied event expertise, the NIF Andheri campus provided the venue, and brands like Frizzano, The Event Cp, Florencia Paris, and media partner Entity One added flair and support.
Mentorship and influencer buzz
The event teamed up with the Miss Maharashtra Pageant to offer grooming sessions and mentorship to presenting models. Former Miss India Pia Roy joined as a mentor, adding extra weight to the developmental side of things.
Influencer participation was strong, featuring names such as Anant Agrawal, Samira Furkan, Sihani Mendosa, Kajal Kothari, Ranjit Rodriques, Akshi Gala, and Roopam Lakhanpal—all of whom captured moments on social media, helping the Festive Edit reach a wider online audience.
About The Collective Pop
The Collective Pop is a curated fashion and lifestyle platform that connects designers, brands, stylists, influencers, and buyers. Its goal is to create meaningful collaborations, build lasting relationships, and turn them into compelling brand stories and commercial successes.
For additional details, photos, or interview requests, contact:
- Purti – Entity One PR
- VMPL (note: this press release was supplied by VMPL)
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Source: aninews
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