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Priya Ahluwalia
British fashion designer Priya Ahluwalia is the UK-based founder and creative director of the clothing line Ahluwalia. She has been repeatedly praised for her ethical and environmentally friendly fashion design methods as well as for incorporating themes of identity and tradition into her designs.

Early Life
Ahluwalia was born to a Nigerian mother and an Indian father in South London. Little information is readily available about Priya Ahluwalia's early years. The information about her mainly focuses on her achievements in the fashion industry and the trailblazing success of her brand. Ahluwalia was born in London, England, and is of Indian and Nigerian ancestry.

Education
The Multi award-winning Creative Director of Ahluwalia studied at the UCA Epsom, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Menswear in 2018. Prior to that, she completed three years at University for the Creative Arts, studying fashion design.

Career
Since launching her label in 2018, Ahluwalia has gained recognition in the fashion industry. Her adamance of sustainability and multiculturalism has gained her awards and praise of multiple world-renowned brands and the chance to work with them, such as H&M.

Achievements and Awards
2019: The H&M Design Award 2019

2020: "Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design " by Queen Elizabeth II

2021: "LVMH Graduate Prize Special Prize" at the LVMH Prize finals

2021: Queen Elizabeth II design award 'Agent for Change'

2021: 'Leader of Change' award for 'Environment' at the British Fashion Awards 2021.

Sustainabilty
Sustainability is at the forefront of Ahluwalia's core values. The company's website states that it is dedicated to reducing waste and creating a circular fashion economy by using recycled materials to avoid the depletion of natural resources. The brand is able to reduce its carbon footprint and conserve natural resources. Priya's focus on sustainable production methods leads to processes such as dyeing fabrics with natural materials, which minimizes the environmental impact of its products.