From a simple fashion project to local fame, a group of young girls in Lucknow are breaking stereotypes and igniting hopeful conversations about potential and empowerment.
Viral Fashion Show by Lucknow Slum Children Captivates India
Viral Fashion Show by Lucknow Slum Children Captivates India
A group of underprivileged school children transforms discarded clothes into trendy outfits, garnering attention and praise across social media.
Innovation for Change has been instrumental in helping children in Lucknow's slums, providing crucial resources, education, and skills. Recently, a fashion show featuring children from this NGO has exploded in popularity online, showcasing their creativity and resilience.
In the viral video, girls aged 12 to 17, flaunt outfits made from repurposed clothing, strutting through the slum’s gritty surroundings—beautifully juxtaposing hardship with high fashion. Each outfit was carefully crafted over a mere few days, inspired by the works of renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, known for dressing high-profile Bollywood celebrities and his lavish bridal collections.
Mehak Kannojia, 16, one of the models, enthusiastically explained their endeavor, stating, “We decided to pool our resources and worked as a group.” The girls meticulously selected and tailored red garments salvaged from donations, channeling their inner Sabyasachi by incorporating elements from the designer's acclaimed heritage bridal collection.
“Merging creativity with fun, we stitched about a dozen outfits in just three to four days,” Mehak recounted, detailing how they studied Mukherjee's model walk videos to perfect their runway performance. The project resulted in a captivating video that caught the attention of Sabyasachi himself when he shared it on his Instagram page, propelling the children into a whirlwind of local stardom.
The reaction from the community has been overwhelmingly positive. The fashion show ignited a wave of media attention, with various social platforms buzzing about their effort. Celebrities and local influencers have expressed support after the creator's heartfelt Instagram post, emphasizing the message behind the project: empowering young girls and challenging societal norms.
Though the girls received acclaim, they also faced some backlash, with concerns arising about portraying young girls in bridal attire amidst ongoing child marriage issues in India. Innovation for Change responded, clarifying their intentions and highlighting the resilience of these young girls against such cultural norms.
With newfound fame, Mehak and her friends are dreaming bigger—hoping to meet Sabyasachi Mukherjee and continue their journey in fashion. The striking juxtaposition of hardship and creativity shines through their work, fostering inspiring dialogues about the potential that can blossom from places often overlooked.
In the viral video, girls aged 12 to 17, flaunt outfits made from repurposed clothing, strutting through the slum’s gritty surroundings—beautifully juxtaposing hardship with high fashion. Each outfit was carefully crafted over a mere few days, inspired by the works of renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, known for dressing high-profile Bollywood celebrities and his lavish bridal collections.
Mehak Kannojia, 16, one of the models, enthusiastically explained their endeavor, stating, “We decided to pool our resources and worked as a group.” The girls meticulously selected and tailored red garments salvaged from donations, channeling their inner Sabyasachi by incorporating elements from the designer's acclaimed heritage bridal collection.
“Merging creativity with fun, we stitched about a dozen outfits in just three to four days,” Mehak recounted, detailing how they studied Mukherjee's model walk videos to perfect their runway performance. The project resulted in a captivating video that caught the attention of Sabyasachi himself when he shared it on his Instagram page, propelling the children into a whirlwind of local stardom.
The reaction from the community has been overwhelmingly positive. The fashion show ignited a wave of media attention, with various social platforms buzzing about their effort. Celebrities and local influencers have expressed support after the creator's heartfelt Instagram post, emphasizing the message behind the project: empowering young girls and challenging societal norms.
Though the girls received acclaim, they also faced some backlash, with concerns arising about portraying young girls in bridal attire amidst ongoing child marriage issues in India. Innovation for Change responded, clarifying their intentions and highlighting the resilience of these young girls against such cultural norms.
With newfound fame, Mehak and her friends are dreaming bigger—hoping to meet Sabyasachi Mukherjee and continue their journey in fashion. The striking juxtaposition of hardship and creativity shines through their work, fostering inspiring dialogues about the potential that can blossom from places often overlooked.
