LAU Fashion design graduates put on an immersive interpretation of the eternal present

LAU Fashion design graduates put on an immersive interpretation of the eternal present

NNA -nbsp;Unlike utilitarian, socially agreed-upon time, the concept of Real Time, according to the Indian philosopher Osho, is experiencing life in the present moment ndash; ldquo;an eternal nowrdquo; ndash; where one truly exists. Inspired by this concept, the graduating class of fashion design students explored, experimented and presented their own interpretations thereof at the seventh annual LAU graduate fashion show, this year themed Real Time.

The result was nothing short of extraordinary. Each of the ten young designers captivated the audience with collections that broke the norm, created a dichotomy, reflected internal conflicts, brought the past to life and inspired joy and playfulness.nbsp;

The event took place on the rooftop of the Gezairi Building on the Beirut campus on June 12, and was attended by Honorary Chairman of the Fashion Design Program Elie Saab, LAU President Michel E. Mawad, Provost George E. Nasr, Dean of the School of Architecture and Design (SArD) Elie Haddad, vice presidents, deans, faculty, staff, students, parents and fashion enthusiasts. Alumna Roula Bahnam (BArch rsquo;98) emceed the event.

In his welcome address, Dr. Mawad expounded on the universityrsquo;s role in not only advancing professions, research and healthcare, but also in being at the forefront of creativity, originality, beauty, refinement