Alliance Française de Dhaka successfully hosted The Colour Atlas of Bangladesh, a fashion workshop and exhibition curated by fashion designer, educator, and textile researcher Rokaiya Ahmed Purna, celebrating Bangladesh's rich cultural identity through research-driven contemporary fashion on Tuesday.

The exhibition presented the outcomes of an intensive workshop in which nine emerging designers explored Bangladesh's six seasons as a source of inspiration for fashion design, according to a press release.

Guided by a research-based methodology, participants examined the country's landscapes, traditions, textiles, rituals, and everyday life before translating their findings into original colour palettes, mood boards, design concepts, and contemporary garments.

The exhibition transformed the gallery into a vibrant archive of colour and creativity, showcasing research books, visual narratives, range plans, and finished designs that reflected each participant's unique interpretation of Bangladesh's seasonal identity.

Together, the works demonstrated how heritage can inspire innovative design while preserving cultural memory.

Speaking through her curatorial vision, Rokaiya Ahmed Purna emphasised the importance of approaching fashion as a process rooted in research, observation, and storytelling.

The project encouraged young designers to look beyond decorative references and engage deeply with Bangladesh's environment, traditions, and evolving visual culture.

The exhibition attracted artists, designers, educators, students, members of the diplomatic and cultural community, and fashion enthusiasts, fostering meaningful dialogue around design education, sustainability, cultural heritage, and the future of Bangladeshi fashion.