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Nidhi Munim | |
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| Born | January 17, 1988 |
| Occupation(s) | Fashion designer, Entrepreneur, Investor |
| Years active | 2014–present |
Nidhi Munim (born January 17, 1988) is an Indian fashion designer, entrepreneur, and angel investor, best known as the founder of House of NM, a fashion brand specializing in swimwear and resort wear collections.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Nidhi Munim was born in Kolkata, India, where she developed an early interest in fashion, particularly in fabrics and silhouettes. She pursued a bachelor's degree in Fashion Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), graduating as a Gold Medalist. Her academic success laid a strong foundation for her career in fashion.
Career
[edit]In 2014, Munim launched her eponymous brand, House of NM, focusing on creating stylish, inclusive swimwear and resort wear. The brand has gained recognition for its luxury swimwear line, HONM Signature, featuring custom-made designs with hand embroidery and luxurious fabrics, catering to diverse body types. House of NM is known for promoting body positivity and making swimwear accessible to women of all shapes and sizes.
Munim's design philosophy emphasizes a blend of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. She has showcased her collections at various fashion weeks, including the Indian Beach Fashion Week (IBFW) in 2017, where Bollywood actress Waluscha de Sousa walked as her showstopper.[1]
In 2017, she partnered with Crocs India to launch their Spring/Summer 2018 collection, where she was also announced as their digital brand ambassador.[2]
Munim has styled prominent Bollywood celebrities, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Anushka Sharma, and Alia Bhatt. Her designs have been featured in various media outlets, highlighting her contributions to the fashion industry.
Achievements
[edit]- Times Retail Icon Award (2018): Honored with the Fastest Emerging Designer Resort Wear Brand award during the Times Retail Icons Awards 2018.[3]
- Showcased collections at prestigious fashion events, including the Indian Beach Fashion Week (IBFW) in 2017.[4]
- Partnered with international brands like Crocs India for their Spring/Summer 2018 collection.[5]
Philanthropy and Mentorship
[edit]Beyond her fashion endeavors, Munim is an angel investor and mentors brands and startups in the global retail, sales, marketing, and product development sectors. She is also an advocate for sustainability in fashion, exploring eco-friendly materials and practices in her designs.
References
[edit]- ^ "IBFW 2017: Nidhi Munim". Times of India. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
- ^ "Crocs partners with Nidhi Munim". EventFAQs. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
- ^ "Times Retail Icons Awards 2018". Times of India. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
- ^ "IBFW 2017: Nidhi Munim". Times of India. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
- ^ "Crocs partners with Nidhi Munim". EventFAQs. Retrieved 2025-01-04.