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  • FOLDS IN MOTION - Season 2

    • October 9, 2026
    Draping the Legacy of Sarees: A Celebration of Tradition, Texture & Timeless Elegance

    Yeldo Mar Baselios College, through its Department of Fashion Design, proudly presented FOLDS IN MOTION - Season 2, a vibrant celebration of the saree's enduring grace, organised in connection with World Costume Day. Held on 9 October 2026 at 3:15 p.m. on the YMBC campus, the event transformed the timeless six-yard drape into a living canvas of culture, craftsmanship, and contemporary design. Titled "Draping the Legacy of Sarees," the programme celebrated the saree not merely as an article of clothing, but as a powerful symbol of identity, heritage, elegance, and artistic expression. The saree remains one of the most versatile and enduring garments in the world of fashion. Across India, its countless regional draping styles reflect the richness of local textiles, cultural practices, climatic influences, and community traditions. From the structured elegance of the Nivi drape to the graceful flow of regional styles, each drape carries a distinct visual language. This season invited the college community to look beyond the familiar and discover the saree as a dynamic medium for storytelling, experimentation, and creative reinvention. The event featured the creative participation of second-year Fashion Design students, who worked in groups to conceptualise and execute innovative saree drapes. Moving beyond conventional styling, the students explored the interplay of fabric, silhouette, texture, proportion, and movement. Each group approached the saree as a design material with infinite possibilities-using pleats, folds, gathers, twists, knots, and pallu arrangements to create distinctive visual narratives. Their work demonstrated a strong understanding of draping techniques, body mapping, fabric behaviour, and the balance between tradition and modern aesthetics. Adding depth and polish to the presentations, the students carefully curated appropriate accessories, makeup, and body art to complement each drape. Thoughtfully selected jewellery, hairstyling, and makeup enhanced the mood and theme of every look, while artistic paintings and creative detailing added a contemporary, editorial finish. Together, these elements transformed each model into a complete fashion statement, where costume, styling, and visual expression worked in harmony. Twelve first-year Fashion Design students served as models for the event, bringing confidence, poise, and energy to the runway presentations. Their participation provided an invaluable platform for peer learning and collaboration across batches. While the second-year students showcased their technical and creative capabilities as stylists and drapers, the first-year models gained firsthand experience in presentation, posture, expression, and the performative dimension of fashion. This collaborative format reflected the Department's commitment to experiential learning, where students learn not only through theory and studio practice, but also through live creative production. The campus came alive with colour, texture, and movement as each drape unfolded a unique story. Some presentations honoured classical draping traditions and regional heritage, while others reimagined the saree through experimental silhouettes, contemporary colour palettes, and modern styling sensibilities. The event beautifully illustrated how traditional garments can evolve with time without losing their cultural essence. Every pleat, fold, and pallu became a gesture of design thinking-proof that heritage and innovation can coexist gracefully on the same canvas. This season also served as a meaningful tribute to World Costume Day, drawing attention to the importance of preserving and celebrating traditional attire in an increasingly globalised fashion landscape. The programme encouraged students to study costume not simply as fashion, but as a record of history, identity, craftsmanship, and social change. By engaging directly with the saree-one of India's most iconic garments-the students developed a deeper appreciation for indigenous design wisdom and the artistry embedded in traditional dress. The event received enthusiastic support from the college management, faculty members, and the Department of Fashion Design, whose guidance and encouragement made the programme a grand success. The Department expressed appreciation to all participating students, models, volunteers, and staff members for their dedication, teamwork, and creative energy. Their collective effort turned the campus into a vibrant space of design exploration and cultural celebration. It stands as a testament to the creative spirit of Yeldo Mar Baselios College and its Department of Fashion Design. It also reaffirmed the College's commitment to nurturing designers who respect tradition, embrace innovation, and communicate powerful stories through fabric and form. As the drapes settled and the event drew to a close, one truth remained clear: the saree is not a relic of the past, but a living legacy-forever unfolding, forever evolving, and forever elegant.Thus, tradition in every fold and innovation in every drape creates elegance in every movement!



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