LIFT Fashion Show 2007

Collections by the Diploma and Advanced Diploma students of the Lanka Institute of Fashion Technology displayed at the LIFT Fashion Show 2007 were statements of individual concepts and creativity that were creditable.

Working on the theme 'Vision of colour through style' the casual, office and evening wear outfits projected the imagination of the young designer, the outfits in pleasing hues and colours.

Into the depths of our souls 'Burgundy' intended to be dramatic by the designer Najila Ablej as the opening item succeeded in doing so. The dress and two pants outfits make you take a second closer look.

'Colours through an African Eye from Nayana Ratnawardana was a display of rich colours sending the message that 'Africa taught the world how beautiful clothes can be spiritually and socially.' This section was a display by Najila, Shermila and Nayana.

The other section 'Fashion history for the future' by the young designers Tagara, Madavi, Rehana, Samah, Erangi and Nadeesha revealed the extent of their creativity for a commercial or a non commercial world.

The collection by the Advanced Diploma Students in Rainforests in the Ocean, I love Kashyappa, The Ocean Kings and Belly Dancers were interesting and portrayed the hard work that had gone into the making of the creations.

In closing mention must be made of 'Little Fairy Frills and Dreams' by Nayana - a kid's collection displayed by a group of enthusiastic bunch of girls and boys who received a warm appreciative round of applause. They very nearly stole the show.