My name is Nathan Batra, and I am from Augusta, Georgia, a small town nestled in the southern region of the United States. As a child, I was captivated by the intricate and ornate traditional garments my mother wore, which originated from India. Those moments ignited my love for fashion. However, lacking the confidence to pursue it, I initially embarked on a career in medicine. During those challenging times, I turned to art as an outlet, but deep down, I felt a sense of dissatisfaction, as I had lost touch with my true self. It was when I stumbled upon my old sketchbook and rediscovered my drawings of dreamlike garments that I realized my passion was still alive. In that transformative moment, I merged my love for fashion with my scien- tific background. This reconnection to happiness prompted me to make a life-altering decision to study fashion, and I have flourished ever since.