About

Dr. Afrose Fathima Farid

Professor, Textile Design (BDes)

Kannur Campus

About

Dr. Afrose Fathima Farid

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afrose.farid1@nift.ac.in
Campus Academic Coordinator (CAC)

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Dr. Afrose Fathima Farid is a Professor in the Department of Textile Design and Campus Academic Coordinator at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Kannur. She specializes in textile design, fashion education, sustainable textiles, textile technology, and design innovation, with over two decades of academic and professional experience. She holds a Ph.D. in Textiles and Clothing from the University of Madras, along with an M.Phil. and M.Sc. in the same discipline.

Her research interests focus on sustainable textile innovation, natural fibres and dyes, traditional textiles and crafts, circular fashion, wearable technology, artificial intelligence in fashion, and socially responsive design. She has published research in peer-reviewed and indexed journals and has presented papers at national and international conferences. Her recent work explores AI-powered virtual try-on technologies, sustainable plant-based fibres, natural dyeing, Kasaragod saree innovation, and traditional craft revitalisation. She also mentors students through industry-linked professional projects and serves as a registered research guide at NIFT.

Dr. Farid actively contributes to academic development, curriculum design, research mentoring, and industry-academia collaboration. She serves on Boards of Studies and curriculum development panels across several institutions and has reviewed research for international conferences. Her outreach activities include skill-development workshops for rural women, menstrual hygiene awareness, sustainable textile initiatives, and community-based design projects.

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Completed PhD in Textile and Clothing from the University of Madras in 2009. Thesis title: "A Study of Low Stress Mechanical Properties of Fabrics Produced by Different Spinning Technologies."

Completed PG in Home Science – Textiles and Clothing from the University of Madras in 2002.

Completed UG in Home Science – Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics from the University of Madras in 1998.

Completed P.G. Diploma in Fashion Designing from the Small Scale Industries Development Organization, Government of India, Guindy, in 2001.
Completed Diploma in Computer Aided Textile Designing (TEX-CAD) from Digiscape Gallery, The Digital Design School, Chennai, in 2002.
Completed Certificate in Social Impact Strategy from the Center for Social Impact Strategy, University of Pennsylvania, USA, in 2019.
Completed Certificate in Handloom Weaving from the Weavers Service Center, Chennai, in 2019.
Completed Design Thinking – From Idea to Action from IDEO U in 2019.
Completed Fashion and Sustainability certification from London College of Fashion in 2018.
Completed Health Research Fundamentals through NPTEL in 2018.
Completed Developing your Research Project from the University of Southampton in 2018.
Completed Big Data: From Data to Decision from Queensland University in 2017.
Completed 5S Internal Auditing certification from TÜV Rheinland India Pvt. Ltd. in 2017.
Completed ISO Internal Auditor Training at NIFT Kannur in 2014.
Completed Basics of Photography certification at NIFT Kannur in 2014.

Journal Publications – Peer Reviewed
Farid, A. F. (2026). Consumer acceptance of AI-powered virtual try-on technology: A multi-platform comparative analysis using Technology Acceptance and Extended Self Theory. International Journal of Research in Science and Technology, 13(2).
Farid, A. F., & Kalyani, C. R. (2025). Sustainable innovation in Kasaragod saree: Integrating lotus fiber as extra weft. Colourage, 72(9), 44–51.
Farid, A. F., Roshanara, & Subramaniam, V. (2017). Low stress mechanical properties of weft knitted fabrics produced from regular and compact cotton spun yarns. Indian Journal of Fibre & Textile Research.
Farid, A. F. (2016). Preferred menstrual absorbents, awareness and hygiene practices during menstruation amongst women in Chennai, India. International Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology Research.
Farid, A. F. (2015). Colour fastness properties of mordants and mordanting methods when dyed with used tea leaves on silk fabrics. International Journal of Engineering Science and Research Technology, 4(9), 512–518.
Farid, A. F. (2015). A study on the growing popularity and purchase of fashion products from online stores in India. International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology, 4(8), 362–368.
Farid, A. F., Roshanara, & Subramaniam, V. (2014). Effect of chemical treatments on the characteristics of regular and compact cotton spun yarns. International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology, 3(11), 51–57.
Farid, A. F., Roshanara, & Subramaniam, V. (2006). An investigation of the properties of compact yarns vis-à-vis regular ring spun yarn. Indian Journal of Human Science, 2(2).

2003, UGC-NET & Junior and Senior Research Fellowship (JRF/SRF), University Grants Commission (UGC), India
2006, 2nd Best Paper Presentation, International Conference on Human Science for the Generation Next, JBAS College for Women, Chennai
2012–2013, Commendable Meritorious Work – Appreciation Award and Cash Reward, National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Kannur
2015, Participant & Organiser – Maximum Number of People Involved in Blouse Designing, Limca Book of Records
2016, Participant & Contributing Member – World’s Largest Crochet Blanket, Guinness World Records
2016, Participant & Contributing Member – World’s Longest Crochet Scarf, Guinness World Records
2018, Letter of Appreciation for Contribution, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
2022, Best Teacher Award for Best Teaching Practices, Commendable Performance in Administrative Activities and Social Initiatives, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
2022, Fashion Icon – Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Education, GFT Women Excellence Summit, Bangalore

2020–2022, Project Coordinator – Tamil Nadu Textile Council, Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (WICCI), Tamil Nadu
2022, Project Advisor – Safety and Precautionary Measures for Sexual & Reproductive Health Education, Squids Designs (NGO), Bangalore
2022, Project Head – KCG Fashion Bank: Reuse of Clothes and Making Quality Clothing Accessible, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
2025, Classroom Freelance Industry Projects – Professional Project: Home Furnishing Design, Various Industry Partners, India and International Locations
2025, Academic Expert – Straw Picture Craft of Kollam District Project, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Handicraft Service Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
2026, Kudumbashree Project – Creating Sustainable Products from Waste, Kudumbashree, Kerala