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Woven Heritage – Rooted in Tradition, Rising in Freedom

Honorable Mention

Name of Winners:

Alina Nazari

Instructor:

Kai-Wilhelm Dünhölter

Name of School:

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences

Location of School:

Germany

This collection explores how Afghan women use fashion and symbols to express identity and resist oppression. Traditional and political motifs, combined with experimental techniques like deconstruction and grid cutting, transform classic garments into hybrids. The robust jacket symbolizes protection and strength, while the flowing dress embodies femininity, resilience, and the fight for freedom. It is a tribute to the courage of women like Maryam, who keep fighting despite losing everything.