Aguad Goa Set for the Second Edition of the FDCI India Men’s Fashion Weekend Today
Panaji, February 2024: Aguad, Goa is set to bask in the glamor and style of the fashion world as it proudly hosts the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) for the second edition of the FDCI India Men’s Weekend. Scheduled to take place on February 3rd and 4th, 2024, this two-day extravaganza promises to showcase the epitome of fashion excellence against the stunning backdrop of Aguad.
The event boasts a lineup of India’s most celebrated menswear designers, ensuring a mesmerizing display of creativity and craftsmanship. The roster includes luminaries such as Abhishek Gupta, Abraham and Thakore, Arjun Khanna, Ashish N Soni, J J Valaya, Manoviraj Khosla, Rajesh Pratap Singh, Rohit Bal, Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna, Shantanu and Nikhil, and Varun Bahl.
The event will be presented in collaboration with Chivas Glassware, along with the support of HSBC. The picturesque jetty at Aguad Goa will serve as a unique runway, providing the perfect setting for a showcase of fashion by the sea.
The historic heritage site, an erstwhile port and jail complex, will witness a remarkable transformation as it comes alive with a diverse range of events. This promises to be a true revolutionization of fashion, art, and culture, breathing new life into the venerable structure against a backdrop of historical significance.
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ABOUT AGUAD-
Nestled at the foothills of Sinquerim Hill in Candolim, Goa, amidst swaying coconut palms and crashing waves stands the historic Aguad Port & Jail. This 400 year old heritage complex has been transformed into the country’s newest cultural destination – Aguad. Open to the public since August 2022, Aguad caters to every segment of visitor, including Goa’s own residents
The complex is easily accessible via a unique waterfront and pier, offering boat transfers to and from Panjim, as well as convenient road access. Aguad invites local community and visitors into a repurposed contemporary hub of museums, arts, recreation and delectable eateries to suit every palate and pocket. Restaurants like Black Sheep Bistro, Motley Brew, Namaste Chai and D-Sailor have stunning views of the Arabian Sea and Mandovi Bay. With an outdoor jetty stage, and a growing programme calendar that include unique heritage tours and regular screenings of documentaries on the liberation of Goa, Aguad is a year-round destination where history meets modernity, seamlessly weaving together stories of the past and present.