Founder & Creative Head, Fashion Label · available for new conversations

Craft first. Trends second.

I founded a fashion label that works with artisans across Punjab and Sindh on hand embroidery and handloom.

Sample photo on Mehreen Akhtar's website

About

I grew up watching my grandmother embroider. The label is my way of keeping those skills alive and paying artisans fairly.

Every collection credits the artisan groups behind it.

Founded
2016
Based in
Lahore
Sector
Fashion, craft

How I work

01 / 04

Speaking

Craft, fashion and sustainability.

02 / 04

Collaborations

Brand and artisan collaborations.

03 / 04

Mentoring

For young designers.

04 / 04

Media

Interviews and shoots.

Ventures

Speaking & press (sample)

  • Feature: Craft revival in fashion (sample)
  • Talk: Fair pay for artisans (sample)
  • Panel: Sustainable fashion in Pakistan (sample)

Common questions

Do you take speaking requests?

Yes, for events about business, manufacturing, entrepreneurship and leadership in Pakistan.

Do you mentor founders?

A few founders each year, usually through accelerators or referrals.

Are you investing?

Selectively, in businesses close to my sectors. Send a short note first.

Who handles media requests?

My office. Use the form and mention your outlet and deadline.

Experience

  1. 2016 – now

    Founder & Creative Head

    Gul Bagh (sample)

  2. 2012 – 2016

    Designer

    Fashion house (sample)

Education

  • 2012

    BDes Fashion

    Lahore

In their words

“Mehreen pays on time and respects our work.”
Artisan group leader, Bahawalpur · sample review
“Every piece feels personal.”
Customer, London · sample review

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