{"id":65198,"date":"2026-03-02T14:33:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T09:03:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/02\/vasai-girl-wins-national-fashion-title-with-collection-refreshing-heritage-textiles\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T14:33:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T09:03:48","slug":"vasai-girl-wins-national-fashion-title-with-collection-refreshing-heritage-textiles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/02\/vasai-girl-wins-national-fashion-title-with-collection-refreshing-heritage-textiles\/","title":{"rendered":"Vasai Girl Wins National Fashion Title with Collection Refreshing Heritage Textiles"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 02:<\/strong> A final-year Fashion Design student from Amity University has brought national laurels to Vasai by winning the top prize in the Elevated Indianwear category at the prestigious Liva Protege 25 competition.<\/p>\n<p>Krishnapriya Girish Nair, daughter of Girish and Surabhi Nair, impressed a panel of expert judges with her innovative concept collection titled \u201cCheent CTRL+R.\u201d The grand finale was held on Tuesday at the Sofitel Mumbai BKC, where she competed against 239 other contestants from across the country.<\/p>\n<p>Her winning collection offers a contemporary reinterpretation of Cheent (Chintz)\u2014the hand-painted, sun-dyed textiles that originated on the Indian subcontinent and became one of the country\u2019s first globally traded fashion exports centuries ago.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-70592\" src=\"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PNN-2026-03-02T124755074.jpg\" alt=\"Vasai Girl Wins National Fashion Title with Collection Refreshing Heritage Textiles -PNN\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>A \u2018Refresh\u2019 of a Rich Legacy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rather than a traditional revival, Ms. Nair presents her work as a \u201crecode\u201d of history. The collection\u2019s title, \u201cCheent CTRL+R,\u201d draws a direct parallel with the digital command used to refresh a page, symbolizing her mission to update the classic Chintz aesthetic for a modern, global audience.<\/p>\n<p>The designer achieves this by merging the fluid grace of the traditional saree with structured, contemporary silhouettes. Flowing saree-gowns form the core of the collection, creating a dialogue between nostalgia and rebellion. The garments, which blend heritage craftsmanship with modern construction techniques, speak a language of pixels, patterns, identity, and pride.<\/p>\n<p>Her innovative use of fabric played a key role in the collection\u2019s success. By utilizing premium, sustainable materials known for their fluidity\u2014including Livaeco Linen Satin, 100% Modal, and Excel Linen\u2014Ms. Nair was able to enhance the elegance and movement of each ensemble, reinforcing the theme of elevated Indianwear that is both rooted in tradition and globally relevant.<\/p>\n<p>The collection stood out to the judges for its originality, strong execution, and compelling storytelling, earning Ms. Nair the top honor in her category. Alongside the title, she received a cash prize of \u20b91,50,000, a certificate, and a memento.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Homecoming Victory<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The victory has sparked pride within the Malayali community and the residents of Vasai, who are celebrating the young designer\u2019s achievement. Through \u201cCheent CTRL+R,\u201d Ms. Nair has demonstrated that tradition can be confidently carried forward without losing its soul. Her win at Liva Protege 25 marks a significant milestone at the start of what promises to be a promising journey in the world of fashion<\/p>\n<p><em>If you object to the content of this press release, please notify us at pr.error.rectification@gmail.com. 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