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Designers set high glam quotient in Lahore
Lahore: Pakistani designers, including Sana Safinaz, Muse and Maria B., set a high glamour quotient at the the ninth edition of the Pakistan Fashion and Design Council (PFDC) pret-a-porter week.
Hosted by producer Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY), the four-day ‘Sunsilk Fashion Week 2016’ began here late Thursday.
The stage was set on fire by designer Sana Safinaz’s inaugural show ‘Sugar Rush’ collection. The ensemble was dominated by floral prints on white sheer lace dresses.
The front row was dazzled by PFDC Chairman Sehyr Saigol, singer Meesha Shafi and designers including Nickie and Nina.
Another designer Sara Shahid’s show ‘Sublime by Sara’, where models draped free fall pieces in colours like sea green, sky blue and peach, received huge applause from the audience.
Designer Feeha Jamshed’s ‘Bob Squad’ collection encapsulated the old school girl with individualistic prints, sharp and bold cuts showcasing 16 models in various designs of jumpsuits, palazzo pants and monochrome dresses.
Jamsheed said that for her collection she was inspired by the psychedelic culture of the late 60s and early 70s.
In the final and the glitteriest show by Maria B., actress Maya Ali, the showstopper, dazzled in a black gown with silver print.
Maria B.’s collection ‘Moonlit Sahara’, dominated by the light shades of grey, blue and beige, was applauded the most.
For her collection, Maria had drawn inspiration from sandstone grey to vintage Russian jewellery.
Faryal Aftab and her partner Moeed Yousuf of Muse presented a beautiful collection titled ‘Last Night’ and showcased dresses in sharp cuts and block prints in glitter.
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.