JWALITHA SOMAVARAPU

VYANA, presented under brand AVYANNI, reimagines traditional Indian bridalwear through a contemporary lens, honouring heritage aesthetics and cultural symbolism while prioritising modern comfort, versatility and refined structural design. Developed as my Master’s final project, this work is informed by in-depth research into Indian textile traditions, precision pattern-cutting and bridal storytelling, utilising premium ethically sourced fabrics, considered embellishment and clean technical construction to produce elegant, lightweight pieces that transcend convention. Centred around my fully realised final garment — the outcome of rigorous design exploration, material experimentation and technical problem-solving — the collection demonstrates my design process from concept to finished form, positioning AVYANNI as a luxury brand defined by authenticity, thoughtful craftsmanship and timeless elegance for the modern global bride.