Four University of Hertfordshire Fashion students were presented with awards for their innovative designs, by some of the biggest names in the fashion industry, at the annual Graduate Fashion Show, held on 16 May 2017 at Chelsea Old Town Hall. A huge congratulations to those Talented Fashion Students, who took home Four Awards from Industry Giants: Ted Baker, F&F, Maria Grachvogel and Ally Capellino.
One of the Four Graduate Fashion Student Designers Award Winners was Sameeta Shrestha.
Sameeta Shrestha Sameeta Shrestha: The Winner of The Ally Capellino Award, Presented by the Founder and the CEO: Ms Alison Lloyd of The Ally Capellino
The Ally Capellino Award for Most Creative Use of Fabric was presented to Sameeta Shrestha for her use of matte and colour combinations in her collection, inspired by architecture – particularly buildings in Dubai. She then went into soft tailoring drawing inspiration from Delpozo which encouraged her use of colour. Sameeta added: “It feels great to have received this award. All the hard work – investing the time and money in the fabric – has all paid off. To see it come to life is just brilliant.” Sameeta Shrestha’s Graduate Collections Brand name is ” REJUVENATE ”
Sameeta Shrestha is one of the Founders of Friendship Global which was established by the Two Little Sisters when they were at the early age of 6 and 8 years old, on 11th September 2001 in North London, aiming to achieve and create ” Global Harmony through Local Friendship ”
Talented designers
Programme leader at the University of Hertfordshire and show co-ordinator, Tony Rosella, said: “This year’s Graduate Fashion Show once again truly showcased the amazing talents of our young designers. We hope that these visionary young people will go on to have successful careers in all areas of the fashion industry.”
“We particularly want to congratulate our four award winners, who have been recognised by some of the most high-profile names in the industry for their outstanding collections, innovation and hard work.”