Artmode’s Fashion Show & Connect

Connect. Collaborate. Create. The Show That Shapes the Future.”

Where Fashion Meets Purpose. Where Talent Finds a Stage.

The Artmode Fashion Show & Connect is more than a runway event—

It’s India’s most purposeful fashion platform where art, activism, and aesthetics come together to spotlight the future of fashion.

Designed and directed by Archana Dhanapal, this annual showcase redefines what a fashion event can be. It merges Tamil cultural identity, social awareness, and professional excellence into a single, immersive experience that celebrates inclusivity, innovation, and intention.

From Classrooms to the Catwalk

This show is a first-of-its-kind opportunity for trained students from the Artmode Upgrade Program to present their design collections directly in front of the industry’s most influential minds, including:

Major textile magnates and brand owners

Renowned film directors and technicians

Top fashion photographers, models & stylists

Famous actors and media personalities

Professors from leading colleges, NIFT, and fashion universities

Tamil writers, researchers, and social activists

It’s a rare moment of direct access and visibility—a meaningful bridge between emerging talents and the real fashion & film industry.

Unmatched Exposure & Media Reach

Designers, artists, and performers featured in Artmode Fashion Show & Connect receive high-profile visibility across:

Leading fashion magazines and newspapers

National television channels & regional news outlets

Fashion blogs, YouTube fashion creators, and influencer coverage

Social media takeovers and press releases

Documented and promoted through Artmode’s official media partners

Every collection is given the spotlight it deserves—with powerful imagery, editorial coverage, and storytelling that amplifies your work beyond the runway.

What Makes Us Different?

 Artistic Integrity – We don’t follow trends. We set narratives.

 Social Awareness – Each edition is built around deep cultural or societal themes.

 Tamil Aesthetic – Rooted in the richness of our language, land, and legacy.

 Research-Led Design – Our collections are backed by thoughtful research, not just moodboards.

 Open to All – Because fashion isn’t exclusive. It’s expressive. It’s for everyone.


 Open to All – Because fashion isn’t exclusive. It’s expressive. It’s for everyone.

 A Platform with Purpose

This is the only fashion show of its kind that showcases:

Real talent with real stories

Research-backed designs with cultural insight

Socially responsible fashion that doesn’t compromise on creativity

Professional styling, show direction, and production quality

Mentorship and exposure for emerging designers from all backgrounds

Opportunities That Follow

For many participants, this becomes a launchpad. Alumni have gone on to:

Work with leading fashion houses

Join film styling teams and ad agencies

Feature in media interviews and portfolio reviews

Get invited to speak, exhibit, and collaborate across industries


 Fashion For All. Fashion With a Voice.

Artmode Fashion Show & Connect proves that fashion isn’t just for the elite—

It’s for every voice ready to be seen and heard.

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 Artmode Fashion Show & Connect

Where Purpose Walks the Ramp.

Where Industries Meet the Future.

The Artmode Fashion Show & Connect is not just a show-

It’s a curated industry convergence that brings together the three pillars of India’s cultural and creative economy:

Textile. Cinema. Fashion.

Here, students don’t just showcase collections.

They step into the real world—connecting, collaborating, and creating alongside legends.

An Elite Tri-Industry Gathering

Textile magnates, film visionaries, and fashion leaders unite on one powerful platform—connecting with tomorrow’s talent, today.

This is a one-of-a-kind intersection where:

Brands discover fresh perspectives

Filmmakers find their next stylists and storytellers

Textile houses explore new-age applications of their craft

Students present their work directly to industry gatekeepers

It’s more than exposure.

It’s the beginning of meaningful collaboration between the industries that shape how we dress, how we see, and how we express.

For Students. For Professionals. For Progress.

Artmode Connect is a powerful ecosystem that benefits all:

Students gain direct access to opportunities, networks, and mentorship.

Industry leaders meet the minds that will define the next creative generation.

Collaborations form—between weavers and filmmakers, stylists and screenwriters, designers and brands.

It’s not just about being seen—it’s about being part of something bigger.

Amplified by the Right Eyes

Featured collections receive extensive exposure through:

National fashion magazines & industry press

Newspaper features & televised coverage

YouTube fashion channels & content creators

Influencer-led storytelling & editorial blogs

With every edition, Artmode proves fashion can have a heart, a headline, and a higher purpose.

What Sets Us Apart?

Elite yet inclusive: A professionally curated show that’s open for all.

Culturally rooted: Deep Tamil aesthetic and heritage in every stitch.

Purpose-led: Socially conscious themes, not just seasonal trends.

Research-driven: Every design backed by story, study, and substance.

Professionally styled and directed by industry veterans.

Real platforms, real people, real pathways.

Connect. Collaborate. Create.

Artmode Fashion Show & Connect isn’t just about fashion.

It’s about building bridges—between students and studios, textile clusters and global markets, stories and screens.

  •  Apply to Present Your Collection
  •  Partner With Us
  •  Sponsor a Category or Talent

Because this isn’t just a show.

It’s a movement stitched with meaning—and it’s only just begun.