Arsalan Iqbal to Launch Eid Collection 2013

[Pakistan: 15 July 2013] After successfully showcasing  his collection at Fashion Pakistan Week 5 and the re-launch of his brand, fashion designer Arsalan Iqbal is set to launch his new Eid Collection titled “Rangeen’2013“, this July. The new collection will be available at all leading retail outlets from 1st July onwards.

The Arsalan Iqbal Rangeen Eid Collection features a vast range colours, spanning over 140 diverse hues and shades of shalwar kameezes, which are ideal for the harsh summer months. The stylish shalwar kameez collection for men has been meticulously crafted using new stitching and finishing techniques and is based in luxurious soft fabrics, such as Irish linen, Egyptian cotton and export quality twill weaved cotton which has been locally produced in Pakistan. The collection features versatile designs that include plain outfits and embroidered shalwar kameezes. Embellishments including metal studs and strips, with colour combination contrasts being an integral part of this year’s summer collection.

Speaking about his collection Designer Arsalan Iqbal said “It’s the most cohesive collection you’ll come across with vast range of colors and hues. They are very nicely done with extreme care given to detail and quality.”

Arsalan Iqbal currently has two outlets in Karachi on Zamzama and Tariq Road and is stocked at the multi-brand menswear studio. Ammar Belal Store in Xinhua Mall and Republic by Omar Farooq Store in Gulberg 3. The Ramp in Islamabad and other multi-brand stores in Canada, United Kingdom, States of America and India. The brand also retails exclusive footwear at their outlet which is constructed meticulously from fabric and leather.  

About Arsalan Iqbal:

Iqbal first began experimenting in design in 2006 following his graduation from the Oxford Brookes University in London. With no professional studio or a facility to practice his art, he used his apartment room as a makeshift workshop for his design work. An MBA with further degrees in applied accounting and finance, Arsalan has also worked as an assistant finance director and in a reputable automobile company, before he decided to pursue his passion and take up fashion design full time as a career.  In 2010, he met Yahseer Javed, a fashion design graduate who was working for leading designer Munib Nawaz, and in January 2011 they teamed up to launch their label. Under the Arsalan & Yahseer label. Arsalan Iqbal now goes solo with the launch of hisw eponymous Arsalan Iqbal brand.

To this end, the underlying design philosophy inherent in his brand is to redefine the menswear tradition through an interpretation of that which is wearable yet trendy, relaxed but bold and always in sync with contemporary life and trends.

Indeed, as Creative Director at his previous brand, Arsalan Iqbal constantly endeavoured to make every day Eastern menswear vibrant and eclectic – a commitment he continues to channel through his new label. To this end, the designer launched the now acclaimed collection 'Rangeen' which was based in hand painted and block printed traditional Eastern wear for men. With a constant passion for innovation, Arsalan was also the first menswear designer in Pakistan to have made a fashion video, which featured popular actor and model, Mohib Mirza and was directed by Fayyaz Ahmed, for his previous label. As part of his former label, he introduced the “Coloresqué” collection at Fashion Pakistan Week in Karachi and then showcased their “Modern Sindh” collection at the Islamabad Fashion Week. The brand further showcased their “Urban Slick” collection at Fashion Pakistan Week 4 and “Spectular Blanc” at the the recently concluded Fashion Pakistan Week 5.

Arsalan Iqbal currently has two outlets in Karachi on Zamzama and Tariq Road and is stocked at the multi-brand menswear studio. Ammar Belal Store in Xinhua Mall and Republic by Omar Farooq Store in Gulberg 3. The Ramp in Islamabad and other multi-brand stores in Canada, United Kingdom, States of America and India. The brand also retails exclusive footwear at their outlet which is constructed meticulously from fabric and leather.  

https://www.facebook.com/arsalaniqbalclothing