For feedback, email aurora@dawn.com, For questions regarding subscription and timely delivery, please contact on the following numbers or visit We design and run bridal entirely on our own. I have to-do lists for the week and on Sunday I realize I didnt get any of the things done. Your focus changes once you become a mother. From being pregnant to making the effort of getting your children through the years at school, instilling the drive to work hard, teaching them about being balanced and inculcating the sense of religion, it all takes a lot. We meet at the Sana Safinaz studio on the Mai Kolachi road in Karachi; its a little wooden door that opens to a wonderland for women. I love her more than anything in the world, says Sehr with emotions twinkling in her eyes. The duo is all set to launch its first Muzlin collection of the year and their ubiquitous luxury lawn is right around the corner too. So the price is a key point.". March 23, 2020. "We just love what we do," says Sana Hashwani, as she sits down with a cup of black coffee. They wont. We need to delegate and have younger people work with us. Mehr recalls that once the binding of the magazine wasnt done properly and it was falling apart and I was having a panic attack. Today we own 14 shops 15 if you include our online retail this in just two and a half years; I dont think anyone has had that spurt. After a lot of contemplation, she took the most difficult decision of her life; she moved back to Pakistan and started working with Sana Safinaz. It reaffirmed to me that I am capable of doing anything I want to. Thank you Shagufta for teaching us it is never too late to start anew, for teaching us to have faith in ourselves and embrace each challenge with a stride. As a woman you have more responsibility of raising your kids well even if the father is very involved. Female surgeons do have it difficult and the choices they have to make on a daily basis are not easy, she admits. She also loves spending time with her husband, we are one team, once a week we have date night.. Therefore, women must choose this field with caution. She passed all her exams in her first attempt and was one of the few to complete her CA in the 4 year duration. Hard work, focus and determination; if you have these 3 things you wont be less than anyone else.Shagufta Hassans two elder siblings were the studious ones while she was amongst the younger ones who never wanted to study. In the general populous there still isnt acceptance. She admits surgery is a difficult field to be in and balancing professional and personal life is not an easy task for a woman who decides to pursue it. Let me explain. May be they will in future. The foundation of the family business was laid by the senior Mrs.Kazmi, passed down to her daughter Bunto Kazmi, who has now the support of her daughter in law, Sehr, to take the business forward and achieve new heights. Linked companies : Jubilee General Insurance Company Limited - Landmark Spinning Industries Limited. She has chosen the CEO of an upcoming hotel brand in Pakistan, the Editor of Paperazzi, a Yogi turned entrepreneur, a highly dedicated surgeon, a PR Guru, a fashion designer, a versatile professor of Art at IVS, a Chartered Accountant who is the COO of AKU facilities and last of all Karachis most well known Makeup Artists and Entrepreneur, Bina Khan. SH: There used to be limited supplies in terms of thread, buttons, lace Today, hundreds of markets cater to this. I design lawn entirely on my own. It was a hair show and we did the clothes for Tariq Amin and people said what are you doing? The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. When we started off, we were the new kids on the block; there was Shamaeel, Rizwan and Faiza. They took the concept of designer lawn to another level. You know, one irresponsible commentator, that called me a racist is now asking me to design a wedding dress for her. Sana Safinaz contact info: Phone number: +92 21111003005 Website: www.sanasafinaz.com What does Sana Safinaz do? Abroad, when a designer retires, the design house goes and finds the next top designer. Its something we have to change. Interiors is something we do out of passion. That way she wont have to compromise. Why are you asking a racist, I want to ask her?". On and off, I do question why dont I just relax and take it easy but soon enough I realise how lucky I am to have the opportunity of doing all that I am doing. Public asset : 397,260 USD. LIMITED. SM: The biggest problem is finding skilled labour, although in 10 years time you will find that skilled labour, because the industry will demand that those people come forth. In the beginning people told us we were going about it the wrong way, but it was our idea and we stuck to it. Im constantly evolving. Sana and Safinaz introduced the concept of lawn as formalwear, introducing chiffon, silk and net dupattas to dress it up. I do everything I tell everybody else to do. Their position is professionally very strong. Now that we are older, we are inducting younger designers so that our design vision evolves in tune with younger preferences. To handle the business aspect, we are hiring professionals to push it forward. 30 (2019) Area served. After performing poorly in her intermediate exams, she saw her dream of becoming an engineer shatter. Looking back at moments like these, Shagufta feels indebted to her mother for everything she did for her during this time. She has a basic skin regime that she follows daily. It was her fault she was in this situation and it was time to make amends. I will miss the fashion week and it will not be the end of the world. Mehr gives maximum time to her children while they are up but after their bedtime its all about self-love. Theyre going to trust Mohsin. Sana Khan with Melvin Louis. Copying is a worldwide issue; even the big French fashion houses struggle with the problem. According to rebel TV, Sana Hashwani's Coronavirus was discovered when her test came out positive. "Were already looking at perfumery, were looking at many avenues," Sana elaborates. For a short while, Seveen did have a bit of struggle dealing with students who were so close to her own age but very soon she realized this is, in fact, her strength. Youre sitting with 20 heads now that are putting in effort together, thats very exciting. Her house, according to her, is a madhouse. You need a strong and independent team with retail knowledge. I dont even have words for how good they are. She had just begun her career when her baby started falling ill very frequently. Good for them. Sana-Hashwani News: Latest and Breaking News on Sana-Hashwani. Karachista is Pakistan's top news, entertainment, music fashion website. She has always been there for her, pushing her to be the best version of herself, and catching her whenever she has fallen. The mall has something for everyone, young or old. It was crass. We started when the industry was at zero. If you can dream it, you can do it.. Amin A. Hashwani is Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director at Landmark Spinning Industries Ltd. She is one of the top make-up artists in town and it is not surprising why! ", "Plus, we encourage young designers," Sana adds on. News Desk. However, because of the support of her husband and in laws and the sense of positivity instilled in her by her mother, she snaps out of pessimism very quickly. We broke into different avenues and levels which is why we sustained our position.". Do they also have a succession plan in place, I ask? In May 2011 in a press conference, he expressed his support for Pakistan and its institutions, particularly military and expressed confidence in the abilities of Pakistanis. A: But it was your time with Lakhany Mills that made your name. Sadaf felt weak at the time of the birth of her first child, just like any other working mother would. Text Us @ 9095 (For Residents Of Pakistan Only). Good work. Being human, she obviously gets tired and drained out. Nothing is impossible. That is the crux of the matter. The three of us sit together and we trust Mohsin because of the youth factor. Whatever weakness I highlight; workplace pressure, home pressure, kids demands, husbands demands, one thing everyone has to be very clear about, is their goals. Mehrs children are her little miracles. In Pakistan, there is no proper system but Bina also sees this as a great learning experience. However, the company was nationalised in 1973. Retail is new here and it is not a business that will grow by leaps and bounds, because it is linked to the economy. We never think ahead of ourselves; we take one step a time. Motivating people is the key to excelling and I strive to do my best in that, Iqraa explains. Nishat Hotel is however, closer to my heart and since it was my first project, it taught me a lot, from brand building to how people think and function, says the multi faceted Iqraa. View Sana Hashwani's profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. [4], In 2014, Hashwani published his best-selling memoir Truth Always Prevails. Karachista | Pakistani Fashion & Lifestyle Mag, Karachi Eat 2017 the good, the bad and the ugly, Wedding wear on a budget an insiders guide to fabrics and craftsmanship in Karachis Bazaars, Weaving Green Pakistans first sustainable fashion line by Sapphire, Local teens give back with innovative educational games, LSA 2020 the Lux Style Awards 2020 go virtual but dont skimp on the glam, Breaking Barriers-Behind the Veil of Coke Studio With Zara Madani. She wasnt the best student, pass percentage was low and there were only a handful of women in the field. When the mother works, it reflects in the mindset of her children.. SH: The entirely on our own is no longer something to take pride in. He is creator and chairperson of Hashoo Group, an agglomerate of PC Hotels. We have just entered the prt field and it is a tremendous challenge. Its not about money, its about usefulness., Bina is all about self-care. I felt like quitting at that moment. "Our first ever show was a disaster; I remember Safinaz cried after it. With a heart of gold and a cheerful demeanor, Miracle Woman Sehr Kazmi knows well how to juggle motherhood and work. I do sometimes like taking my time off but for me the best thing to do is to have a nice day out with my children so we can all have a good time together. She strongly believes that whatever happens, happens for a reason. Having said this, you have to be hands on if you want a successful business. I have very problematic skin and taught myself to cover up. Working for them has been one of the best decisions I ever made.. We have always gone into things by telling each other that we could do it, and we made a success of it. Proud of the two entrepreneurs who made it big on their own in-spite of their privileged backgrounds. Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them. . JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. They respect me a lot., For this young artist, financial independence is of utmost importance. These are incredible achievements, and as mentors to the industry we need to focus on them. SH: The secret is to be passionate about whatever you do and 25 years on we are as passionate, if not more, than when we started. But after becoming a mother my perception of life has changed. Included on the apparel side is the brands latest venture in retail. But were from the first generation of fashion designers and we have outgrown the third generation. SANA HASHWANI: We love both the business and the design aspect. She begins each day with positive meditation, I sit up tall as soon as I wake up and count all my blessings, spend 5-10 minutes on just focusing on my body, breathing and being grateful. She is particular about giving time to herself and her family despite her busy schedule, which has taken a toll on Salinas social life, but shes clear about her priorities. You will all grow. 27 years into the business, having experienced both highs and lows, they are just as excited by fashion, today, as they were when they started out. Every moment of weakness I encounter, I step back and give time to myself to reflect. There is no long hard work challenge story here. SM: We are too young; just two and half years into it. SM: We are excellent multi-taskers. She is what she is today because of her mother. There have been many moments when we wanted to quit. To have them be your colleagues and not your teachers is a bit of a struggle, she says with a laugh. Lawn Royals: Sana and Safinaz. They both turn up to work in their own designs, everyday, and are actually - even at their age - their own best models. What is the use of it? We have a full return policy, which is something new in Pakistan. SH: We will; with prt and lawn we have already done it. When you are young, you are fearless; you are at the beginning of things and you experiment. It wouldn't be wrong to call Sana Hashwani and Safinaz Muneer revolutionaries when it comes to their . Her magazine is something that has shaped her life. "One of the recipes for success is failure as well," Sana is honest to admit. We are like pit-bulls - we hang in there and push ourselves. Sana Safinaz is part of SSFR (PVT.) Sana Khan with Aashka Goradia. While managing such large projects in the service sector of Pakistan, Iqraa is also a wife and a mother and knows how to value and nurture relationships. Today India looks at our industry; their prt market is not as organised as ours. When I moved to New York, something about Pakistan kept calling me back. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. You have to be careful about how quickly you expand and how much dead stock you carry, because it is a drain on finances. Read: "Khaadi's multinational ambitions" An interview with Shamoon Sultan. (ISB) +92-51-220-2701-5 Plot 12, Sector G-7/1 Mauve Area, Near Zero Point Islamabad, 44000 Which has been sent to Quarantineh Center under preventive measures where she is undergoing treatment. That creates a nice balance and helps me unwind., While Iqraa always seems to be on the top of her game, she too, has had her moments of weakness. "It does, but you have to rise above it," responds Safinaz. View the profiles of people named Sana Hashwani. However, this is a learning process and a very young field in a young country and Safi and I have learnt from mistakes that someone 10 years from now will not make. While she loves her work, Sehrs Miracle Moment is her set of twins. Two very extraordinary ladies. SH: You have to give a five to six year timeframe to any business. Your children are your extension, something tangible that you leave behind in the world. The same goes for interiors; people are not interested in our team designing their house, they want to talk to us; they want our vision. Sana proves that hard work and consistency pays off as long as you keep trying new things and is a motivation for women to take risks. We did it purely out of choice. At that point I realised a normal, healthy baby is really a miracle and gift from God and I cant thank Him enough for my son. Iqraas journey shows that no matter how successful a woman is, she is a mother before anything else and her children are in fact her greatest assets and the real reason for her happiness. Such a time too, passes.. I decided to go to US for training and when you went into residency, for every 6 men there was maybe one woman taken in, she explains. SM: We only cater to our clients. I never imagined I would do it one day and seeing it unfold in front of my eyes was a moment of immense pride for me. With the pace at which shes going, we wont be surprised to find Sanas achievements gracing magazines more and more frequently. Just be confident and believe in yourself. If the government doesnt step in and legitimate people keep getting hurt, they will say it is not worth it. SH: Contained maybe; but it is a big business. Everyone has old and immunity compromised family members. Pakistani's popular clothing and accessories retailer Sana Safinaz on Monday condemned rumours that their CEO Sana Hashwani has contracted the novel coronavirus. "Ready to wear bridals is not a new concept but its new for us," Sana explains. For Sehr, financial independence is crucial. In 25 years we have taken the brand from couture to prt and this says a lot for us as a brand. With so much misinformation being disseminated via various channels (mainly looking at you, WhatsApp) in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, the latest celebrity to become a victim of false claims is Sana Hashwani of designer duo Sana Safinaz. Sadruddin Hashwani is a businessperson who founded Hashoo Group Ltd. and who has been the head of 20 different companies. Salih Kalangan Umat Dunia. We were just numb; we were just doing what we were doing. "Were a population of 210 million people, you will all find your niche. If you start thinking like that, youll be able to figure out your way through any situation. Reams upon reams of cloth draped around each model. Also find news, photos and . Her entire family asked her to quit her job, and after consulting several people, she decided to work part time. [1] In 2014, they celebrated their Silver Jubilee on completion of 25 years of their retailing history. If we are careless as an industry, the impact is huge. The CEO of Nishat Hotels and Properties, this young mother is successful, patient and extremely down to earth. Sana Nawaz Biography The elegant lady is also a very beautiful model and actress. So, you know, everything excites you.". The lady who doesnt earn any money may be running a charity school so as long as youre doing your bit for the earth why not. And be the first to get updates on discounts, contests, products & promotions! She is a mother to three teenagers and even though she has much on her plate, she is a constant learner and strives to keep adapting with time. . After that we decided that we are going to do lawn on our own. However, luck was not on her side and she failed to find a job. She started working when she turned 19 and married her high school sweetheart 15 years ago. Managing what is indisputably Pakistans most aspirational fashion brand, Sana Hashwani and Safinaz Muneer talk about 27 years in the business and what it is that keeps them going from strength to strength. "We have great resources, a great CEO, a great fashion head. I am loving every bit of it at the moment, she says with contentment. Therefore, after graduating with a Masters degree in textiles from Central Saint Martins in London, she returned to Karachi and carved a special place for herself in the textile sector. We can generate our own electricity, our own water, youre not particularly supported as small businesses, all of us are floundering and working out how to do things for ourselves. Other countries have a proper structure, they have unions and councils. There was a point when we went into a lull. An amalgamation of the ideas put forward by Sana Hashwani and Safinaz Muneer, the brand, which is now 27 years old, revolutionized the market time and again, and has been a constant pathbreaker in what couture and fast fashion means in Pakistan. This is about two Pakistani women designing for Pakistani women, and when you get that instinct down to a pat, there is very little that can throw you off track. SM: Look at the number of Fashion Weeks taking place every year. Design schools are another phenomenon; they are very good resources to find designers. They see we are committed to the brand; that we are moving forward, investing and building the brand. The . Came straight home into quarantine as any responsible adult who has travelled abroad should do. She remembers once she spent the whole day working and setting up the juice bar with her partner without having eaten at all, which made her literally black out. Life before Sana Safinaz was good but Sana is thankful for being here. By 1970s, it had become Pakistan's largest cotton trading company. Sometimes you need to take a detour even when the goalpost is within your sight. Striking the crucial balance between professional and personal life is also a major struggle for her and she believes that children should be the most important project for any woman since there is no way to go back in time later. Now its a new world, and hundreds of designs and motifs come off the internet. Its very involving and you have to be on top of your game. There is no doubt that this talented artist has many more feathers to put in her cap in the years to come. Established in 1989 Sana Safinaz, founded by Sana Hashwani and Safinaz Muneer, is an established fashion label and one of the most prestigious and diversified in Pakistan. Celebrity News Coronavirus Pakistan . A whole campaign was organized around the 100th issue which became a huge social media success. Today, Shagufta is a mother of two lovely children, trustee of a charitable organization and much, much more. Then 18 years ago we went into lawn and five years ago we started doing lawn totally on our own. It was a slow and subtle evolution. Previous Post Ali Xeeshan According to her, hard work and dedication always pay off. We are older now but somehow we continue to be the driving force; the disruption comes from us and that makes things interesting because were always looking for the new thing. This is what inspires us the most. Rich getting richer. Now, Paperazzi is on its 160th issue and the pressure is on. Im a makeup artist and own a salon and a photography studio. At 40, Bina Khan feels like she has achieved a little and has a long way to go. For the nights she stayed awake for me, perseverance she taught me, love and care she gave me, thank you mother. After graduating, she was having a great time working with Diesel and as an assistant stylist to Ford Modelling Agency. KARACHI: In an exclusive interview with . It is seldom that people encounter life-changing moments and moments that have the ability to give someone a lot of power and courage. We really dont. Thats rare in the cut throat industry she operates in. SM: Wherever there is a demand, there will be a supply. A long story of the reason for infection was also shared on social media. Its pretty hard to stop.. Thats how I dealt with it, by not feeling guilty, says Sadaf with a smile. Sana Hashwani. Sadruddin Hashwani has become the first businessman to receive Pakistan's top civilian award: Nishan-e-Imtiaz. Trained as a colon and rectal surgeon, as well as a general surgeon, Dr.Sadaf Khan is currently working at Agha Khan University, Karachi, as both; a clinician and an educator. She had learnt her lesson. We are going to be at this for some time. You can never rest with retail. Due to her versatile nature she is well known among her fans across the country. She feels the older she gets, the more she needs to give herself a break and relax. Its amazing how people have created stuff out of thin air., As a bridal makeup artist, Bina struggles with people who have a constant desire to be fair. She had the desire to, in some way, give back to the society and her place of education so teaching was the most natural and perfect way of achieving that.
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