CSVPA is proud to celebrate the achievements of BA (Hons) Fashion alumna Harleen, who has been awarded the National Youth Parliament Award in India in recognition of her commitment to supporting artisanal communities through fashion.
Harleen’s success is the latest milestone in an impressive creative journey that began during her studies at CSVPA. In her final year, she showcased her graduate collection at Graduate Fashion Week 2025, where her work received outstanding industry recognition. Harleen won the Collective Catwalk Show, one of the event’s most prestigious honours, and was subsequently selected to present her designs in the highly coveted Graduate Fashion Week Gala Show, celebrating some of the strongest emerging fashion talent in the UK.
Since graduating from CSVPA, Harleen has established her own fashion label, House of Suri, creating collections that honour traditional craftsmanship while bringing contemporary design to a global audience. Through her work, she aims to preserve heritage techniques, empower artisan communities, and shine a spotlight on the skilled hands behind every garment.
A key example of this mission is AJRAKH, House of Suri’s latest ready-to-wear collection. The collection showcases fabrics that have been meticulously hand printed by artisans using carved wooden blocks and natural dyes. AJRAKH represents a conscious commitment to preserving traditional textile practices and celebrating the cultural heritage they embody. By collaborating directly with artisans, Harleen and her team are helping to ensure that these specialist skills continue to be recognised, valued and sustained for future generations.
The collection recently gained attention after being showcased at the La Dama Runway Show in London, demonstrating the growing appreciation for fashion that combines creativity, craftsmanship and meaningful social impact.
Harleen’s recognition through the National Youth Parliament Award is a testament not only to her talent as a designer, but also to her dedication to using fashion as a platform for cultural preservation and community support. Her success highlights the positive impact that thoughtful, purpose-driven design can have on both people and communities.
On receiving the award Harleen said: “I feel very honoured to have received such a prestigious award in my country. Especially because I get to collaborate with incredibly skilled artisans, I’m grateful for the work to be recognised at this level. This is a big win for all of us as a community. Always thankful for all the support I have received from the CSVPA team.”
For current and prospective CSVPA students, Harleen’s journey demonstrates how a passion for design can evolve into a career that not only produces beautiful garments but also creates meaningful social impact. From achieving success at Graduate Fashion Week to launching a brand and receiving national recognition for her work, she exemplifies the ambition, creativity and global outlook that define many of our graduates.
If you’re passionate about fashion design, craftsmanship, innovation and creating collections that make an impact, explore our BA (Hons) Fashion course and discover how CSVPA can help you turn your creative vision into a career
