Prasanth SS A student in the Diploma in Fashion Design, curates “The Black Death Fashion Collection” through which current pandemics in history are interpreted as inspiration for creative and fashionable answers to the public health challenges of today. Inherently inspired by human spirits of resistance and creativity during the periods of crisis, this collection maintains the functionality and protection that such clothing should attain while balancing that with the stylish concern of high-end design. Using advanced materials and emerging technologies, every garment and accessory is built to provide practical protection from pathogens but not at the expense of aesthetics. Symbolic imagery and motifs conceptualized on Bubonic Plague and other historical plagues illustrate depth and meaningfulness in the collection – evoking both the darkness of the past and hope for the brighter future. Versatile designs adapt with ease in diverse environments and situations to assure its wearer may navigate the complexities of modern life confidently and stylishly. Finally, embracing lessons of the past through a clearer vision of both fashion and public health, “The Black Death Fashion Collection” stands as a bold and inspired reaction to the challenges of the day, one that is empowering humans to confront the future with resilience, creativity, and style. Based on the historical destruction of the Black Death in the 14th century and always being alarmed by the threat of global pandemics, the collection poses conceptual and practical statements about issues related to infectious diseases. It focuses on functionality, protection, and style to represent the resilience and creativity of humanity during crises. Each piece and accessory in the collection was carefully designed to meet this perceived need: with the finest of advanced materials blended with symbolism. Blending the old lessons within a forward-looking approach, the Black Death collection allows the wearer to assume the unknowns of modern life with unbridled confidence, flair, and an unspoken victory, as in itself, innovation and resilience best triumph over adversity.