EVENT TITLE: KRIYA – Exhibition Cum Sale

DATE: 10.03.26

TIME: 10.00 AM to 4.00 PM

EVENT CONVENER:

Dr. V. Bhanu Rekha

Head of the Department, Fashion Designing

EVENT COORDINATORS:

Ms. Vidhyavathi. S, and Ms M. Ram Priya.

Asst. Professors of Dept. of Fashion Designing.

RESOURCE PERSON:

Ms. SASIREKHA, Designer

Sara Designer Studio

Sasirekha is a designer from Sara Designer Studio with experience in the fashion industry. She completed her Master’s degree in Luxury and Fashion Management from SKEMA Business School, France.

She has several years of experience in the fashion industry and is known for her creative approach to contemporary clothing and design. She also works as a designer with Coco Oosh, a brand that focuses on handcrafted and contemporary garments.

With her international education and industry experience, she contributes valuable knowledge and inspiration to students and young designers in the field of fashion.

Sasirekha, designer from Sara Designer Studio, served as the jury for the event. She evaluated the students’ creative works and shared her valuable feedback and industry insights. who inspired students with her professional experience in the fashion industry.

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT:  

The KRIYA 2026 – Exhibition Cum Sale was organized by the Department of Fashion Designing under the Faculty of Science and Humanities at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus. The event was conducted on 10 March 2026 at the venue opposite to Q-Cafe, SRM Ramapuram Campus, and was open to all students, faculty members, and visitors.

The main objective of the exhibition was to provide a platform for students to showcase their creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial skills. Students from the Fashion Designing department actively participated in the event by preparing and displaying a variety of handmade fashion products such as fashion jewellery, crochet items, accessories, decorative pieces, and other creative craft products. The exhibition allowed students to present their work to the public and understand the practical aspects of product display, customer interaction, pricing, and sales.

The event also helped students gain knowledge about visual merchandising techniques, effective product presentation, and marketing strategies. Visitors had the opportunity to explore and purchase the unique handmade items created by the students, which encouraged confidence and motivation among the participants.

A special highlight of the event was the presence of Sasirekha, a professional designer from Sara Designer Studio, who served as the jury for the exhibition. She evaluated the students’ work, appreciated their creativity, and shared valuable suggestions and feedback to help them improve their designs and presentation skills.

Overall, KRIYA 2026 was a successful and inspiring event that promoted creativity, practical learning, and teamwork among the students. The exhibition provided an excellent opportunity for students to gain real-time experience in the fashion industry and develop their confidence as future designers.

KRIYA – Exhibition Cum Sale

Highlights and Key Points

• The KRIYA 2026 – Exhibition Cum Sale was organized by the Department of Fashion Designing at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus.
• The event was conducted on 10 March 2026 at the venue opposite to Q-Cafe, SRM Ramapuram.
• Students showcased a wide range of creative handmade products during the exhibition.
• The products included crochet items, handmade accessories, handbags, mehendi art, pipe cleaner flowers, key chains, clay accessories, natural  Handmade candles, phone charms, and poster cards.
• These products highlighted the creativity, craftsmanship, and innovative skills of the students.
• The exhibition also provided students with practical experience in visual merchandising, product display, marketing, and customer interaction.
• Sasirekha, designer from Sara Designer Studio, served as the jury and evaluated the students’ work.
• She appreciated the students’ creativity and shared valuable suggestions to improve their designs.
• The event was open to all visitors and attracted many students and faculty members from the campus.
• Overall, the exhibition successfully promoted creativity, entrepreneurship, and practical learning among fashion designing students.

Conclusion and Outcomes

The KRIYA 2026 – Exhibition Cum Sale organized by the Department of Fashion Designing at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus, was a successful and enriching event. It provided students with a valuable opportunity to showcase their creativity and handmade products such as crochet items, accessories, handbags, clay products, candles, and other craft works.

The exhibition helped students gain practical experience in design presentation, visual merchandising, marketing, and customer interaction. The guidance and feedback given by Sasirekha, designer from Sara Designer Studio, encouraged students to improve their skills and confidence.

Overall, the event enhanced students’ creative thinking, teamwork, and entrepreneurial skills, and gave them real-time exposure to the fashion and craft industry

Impact

The KRIYA 2026 – Exhibition Cum Sale organized by the Department of Fashion Designing at SRM Institute of Science and Technology had a positive impact on the students. It helped them gain practical exposure to product creation, display, and selling in a real market environment.

The event improved students’ creativity, confidence, communication, and entrepreneurial skills. The feedback and guidance provided by Sasirekha, designer from Sara Designer Studio, motivated students to enhance their design ideas and professional skills for future opportunities in the fashion industry

Sustainable Development and Growth Mapping

Alignment of biophilic fashion practices with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:

GOALS

SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being

• The exhibition promoted the use of safe and eco-friendly handmade products, such as natural candles and craft items.
• Encouraged students to create products using natural and non-harmful materials, which support a healthier environment.
• Handmade products reduce the use of harmful chemicals and promote sustainable lifestyle practices.

SDG 4 – Quality Education

• The event provided experiential learning opportunities for students beyond classroom education.
• Students applied their knowledge of design, creativity, product development, and visual merchandising.
• It helped students develop practical skills, confidence, and professional exposure in the field of fashion and craft.
• Encouraged students to explore innovation and creativity in designing handmade products.

SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth

• The exhibition encouraged entrepreneurship among students by allowing them to sell their handmade products.
• Students learned about pricing, marketing, customer interaction, and business management.
• It promoted small-scale economic activities and motivated students to consider future opportunities in creative industries.

SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

• Students developed innovative and creative products using different materials such as crochet yarn, clay, pipe cleaners, beads, and craft materials.
• The event encouraged innovation in design and product development.
• It supported the growth of creative industries and sustainable craft-based production.

Relevance to the Exhibition

• The KRIYA 2026 – Exhibition Cum Sale organized at SRM Institute of Science and Technology provided a platform for students to apply their creative and practical skills in designing and selling handmade products.
• The exhibition helped students understand the importance of product development, visual merchandising, and customer interaction in the fashion and craft industry.
• By showcasing products such as crochet items, handbags, clay accessories, pipe cleaner flowers, natural candles, phone charms, and poster cards, the event highlighted the students’ creativity and innovation.
• The event also encouraged entrepreneurship and small-scale business ideas, giving students real-time experience in marketing and sales.
• The presence of Sasirekha, designer from Sara Designer Studio, as the jury added professional value to the exhibition and provided students with expert feedback and guidance.
• Overall, the exhibition was highly relevant as it connected academic learning with practical industry experience, helping students prepare for careers in the fashion and creative industries.

Outcomes of the Program (Based on SDG and Feedback)

• The exhibition helped students gain practical knowledge and hands-on learning, supporting Sustainable Development Goal 4 – Quality Education through experiential education.
• Students developed entrepreneurial and business skills such as pricing, marketing, and customer interaction while selling their handmade products, supporting Sustainable Development Goal 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth.
• The event encouraged innovation and creativity in product design using different materials like crochet yarn, clay, and craft supplies, contributing to Sustainable Development Goal 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.
• The promotion of eco-friendly and natural products such as natural candles helped create awareness about healthy and sustainable lifestyle practices, relating to Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well‑being.
• Feedback from the jury, Sasirekha from Sara Designer Studio, helped students improve their design ideas, product presentation, and professional skills.
• Overall, the program strengthened students’ creativity, confidence, teamwork, and industry exposure, helping them prepare for future opportunities in the fashion and craft sectors.