The aim was to showcase the development and testing processes that are invisible to fashion customers. The behind-the-scenes creation stages are crucial to innovation in the industry. The first phase of the exhibition ran for two weeks this June, while the second phase will continue until the start of the next academic year, evolving from artefacts to design sketches. The modern women’s survival guide A hybrid of urban defence, utilitarian protection and athletic functionality. This collection focus on function, construction and performance with a contemporary aesthetic twist. Photographer: BA (Hons) Fashion Photography: Calvin Chinthaka @fashion_calvin Stylist: BA (Hons) Fashion Styling and Production: Lauren Jones Fashion Designer: BA (Hons) Fashion Sportswear: Emma Lam Fashion designer: BA (Hons) Fashion Design & Development: Petra Nougeira @cleoxpetra Jewellery Designer: BA (Hons) Fashion Jewellery: Xinyue Dong: @shenmadongdong Hair and make-up artist: BA (Hons) Hair and Makeup for Fashion: Sookkyeong Seo Behind the Scenes Elle Sillanpaa Creative Director /Project Manager - Justyna Mysior