The Man Behind the Designs
Born Forhad Bin Khaled in Chittagong, Bangladesh, Shimul Khaled grew up in a culturally rich household. As the son of prominent journalist and writer Khaled Belal, he was exposed to an environment that nurtured his artistic sensibilities from an early age.
Khaled is widely credited with starting the fashion show trend in Chittagong. He fused traditional Bangladeshi motifs with contemporary silhouettes, creating wearable modern apparel that honored his local roots. By bringing organized, professional fashion shows to regional audiences, he transformed the local industry.
His dedication to aesthetics extended across disciplines. Though he studied at the Institute of Fine Arts at the University of Chittagong, his true canvas became the fabrics and textiles that defined modern Bangladeshi elegance.
