Asma Hussain

Fashion Designer

Asma Hussain is a renowned Indian fashion designer celebrated for preserving and promoting the traditional crafts of Awadh, including chikankari, zardozi, and mukaish work. A descendant of the royal family of Awadh, she blends heritage artistry with contemporary design. She founded the Asma Hussain Institute of Fashion Technology to provide professional training in fashion and handicrafts, and leads the NGO YUWA to support artisan livelihoods. Through her label, the Asma Hussain Fashion House, she champions handcrafted textiles and empowers local craftspeople, making her a prominent voice in India’s cultural and fashion landscape.