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Fashion Design BA (Hons) is an exciting and dynamic course which concentrates on the relationship between design and technology. This emphasis fosters creativity within a theoretical and philosophical framework supported by technical skill and accomplishment, blending theory with practice. Our graduates meet the demand for designers who can bridge the boundaries between creativity, technology, and design confidently in the fashion industry. Skilled graduates are highly desirable in the marketplace, and graduates of the Fashion Design BA (Hons) are placed in many highly regarded companies in the UK and internationally.
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Fashion Design BA (Hons) De Montfort University
Fashion Design BA (Hons) is an exciting and dynamic course which concentrates on the relationship between design and technology.
This emphasis fosters creativity within a theoretical and philosophical framework supported by technical skill and accomplishment, blending theory with practice. Our graduates meet the demand for designers who can bridge the boundaries between creativity, technology, and design confidently in the fashion industry. Skilled graduates are highly desirable in the marketplace, and graduates of the Fashion Design BA (Hons) are placed in many highly regarded companies in the UK and internationally.
Opportunities to work on external project briefs set by industry as well as prestigious national and international competitions. The course offers the opportunity to specialise in project work for womenswear, menswear or fashion knitwear, gaining specialist design and technical expertise relevant to a range of fashion activities, from initial design concept through to the finished prototype.
Recent SuccessesFashion Awareness Direct Competition Finalist National Tailoring Awards FinalistsGraduate Fashion Week menswear graphic design competition FinalistsBritish Fur Trade Association Design Competition FinalistBritish Fashion Council Topshop Design Awards FinalistBritish Fashion Council Warehouse Design Competition FinalistWinner Graduate Fashion Week Global Traveller Design Competition Clothes Show Live Designer Finalist Clothes show Knitter of the Year Award 2013Midlands Designer of the Year Competition WinnerGap Global Internship Program Summer 2014 Winner
Class 2014
Photoshoot on the day
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Graduate showcase
Katie Eary DMU fashion graduate's collection goes on sale with River Island
Rising design talent and DMU fashion graduate Katie Eary has launched a collection that is currently being retailed by high-street giant River Island, which is on sale now.
Katie graduated from DMU with a degree in Fashion Design in 2006 and worked at Levi's before setting up her own label. Her designs are now sold in the UK, in the prestigious Harvey Nichols store, as well as the United States, Italy, Hong Kong, Japan and Denmark.
She also worked with rapper Kanye West on his menswear line before launching her latest collaboration with River Island's Design Forum, the retailer's platform for championing up-and-coming design talent in the fashion industry.
Her 18-piece collection, which was inspired by Hunter S Thompson's book, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, includes animal-print shoes, maxi skirts and dresses, bleached shorts, swimwear and a black fringed bag.
The collection is available online and in selected stores now.
Austin Perry Bryony Moss Helen Senior Naomi Lobley Elizabeth Arthur Sarah Moran
Navpreet BainsNavpreet (Nav) Bains graduated from DMU’s Fashion Design course in 2012 and has already had her designs worn by one of Britain’s biggest girl groups, showcased at an event for up-and-coming designers and launched her own collection.
Pieces from her final student collection were worn by the pop group and winner of X Factor 2011, Little Mix, when the band performed on ITV’s This Morning. Semi-finalist on the show Misha B has also worn Nav’s designs when she performed in front of hundreds of people at a gig in London.
Nav was also picked to showcase her designs at Brighton Fashion Week, an event created to nurture and support emerging fashion talent. She was one of 33 up-and-coming designers from across the globe selected to feature designs on the runway.
Her collection from her fashion label Major London 05 is also on sale now.
www.majorlondon05.com
Shanghai Fashion Week China is one of the most exciting fashion centres in the world – making it a perfect place to show off designs conceived at DMU.
Six Fashion Design graduates joined some of China’s biggest names in fashion showcasing their designs in Shanghai.
Collections by Elizabeth Arthur, Austin Perry, Bryony Moss, Helen Senior, Sarah Moran and Naomi Lobley hit the runway at Shanghai Fashion Week in front of an international audience.
It was the second time the graduates’ designs have taken to the catwalk following a show at London’s prestigious Graduate Fashion Week last year.
Thankyou’
The fashion graduates of 2014 would like to say a special thank you to the fashion staff for your unrelenting dedication and encouragement. Also, thank you to the textiles staff, copy bureau, marketing and the events office for all their support.Our sincere gratitude goes out to all our family, friends and loved ones, for their continued support throughout our time at De Montfort University.
A special thank you to Graduate Fashion Week sponsors plus all our supporters and sponsors: George, L’Oreal Karen Millen, Sophie Hallette Barrie Stephen, Louise Gray, FML, New Look, Sophie Thomas Firth, Framework Knitters, Lectra, John Smedley, riri, Katy Short, Beads and Crystals, Rowan, Leather Sellers, GH Leathers and Atlantic Leather.
CreditsCatalogue Photography: Fabrice Lachant Hair: Barrie StephenMake up: Katy Short Models: Boss, AMCK ModelsGFW fashion show producers: Miller Khavari, Hair, L’Oreal
To get in touch with any of this year’s graduates, or to find out more about the course and how you can be involved, please contact:
Art, Design and HumanitiesDe Montfort University The Gateway Leicester LE1 9BH
T: +44 (0)116 257 7555E: [email protected]: dmu.ac.uk/adh
Della Swain Programme Leader T: +44 (0)116 257 7419E: [email protected]
