I have recently completed my degree in fashion design at the University of Leeds. During my degree, I have developed skills in design, pattern cutting, sewing, knitting, print making, marketing and Adobe design. Throughout my course I have completed 7 major projects and have made 3 outfits, which I presented to my tutors and peers, developing my public speaking and communication skills.
I am very interested in environmental sustainability and conscious consumerism. This interest is reflected in my graduate collection, where I created my own brand ENSO, which promotes longevity through multifunctional design. In addition, my dissertation which explores cheap copies in the fashion industry and its effects on creativity and the environment.
I was nominated by the university of Leeds for best digital portfolio, considered design and sportswears awards.
Projects
- GRADUATE COLLECTION - ENS0 SEASONLESS//21Final collection shoot on film @TheBarbican. Adopting the principle of environmental consciousness, Enso aims to create truly multifunctional and contemporary clothing which will last season-to-season. Inspiration is taken from Brutalist architecture, the rawness of the buildings and its block like structure has inspired the silhouettes, durable materials and screw/bolt fastenings. Shot by: Nathan Appleyard Models: Abigaille Vack & Beth O'connor
- ENSO X MULTIFUNCTIONAL DESIGNMy final collection aims to avoid/reduce waste by creating garments which are interchangeable and feature one or more looks in one. Throughout the collection panels, pockets and key design features can be removed from one garment and be easily attached to another. The modular approach to design allows the wearer to construct/deconstruct and manipulate the garment to suit their needs or desires, through simple but striking fastenings. By allowing the user to construct their own garments it hopefu
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Projects credited in
- ENSO: Annabel Williams Photography: Olivia NichollsImages shoot by me on120 film @TheBarbican. "Adopting the principle of environmental consciousness, Enso aims to create truly multifunctional and contemporary clothing which will last season-to-season. Inspiration is taken from Brutalist architecture, the rawness of the buildings and its block like structure has inspired the silhouettes, durable materials and screw/bolt fastenings." Models: Abigaille Vack & Beth O'connor
Work history
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design assistantStuart Peters LTD
- London, United KingdomFull Time
I worked at high street supplier, Stuart Peters during my year in industry, where I assisted the: Jerseywear, outerwear, sleepwear and knitwear teams. My role was very varied and I gained experience in: creating tech packs, seasonal colour and fabric research, presenting seasonal design ranges, pulling inspiration from the catwalk and designing ranges which were then sold in store.
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show room assistantGenus fashion Limited
- Oxford St, Soho, London, UKInternship
Assisting with buying appointments and supporting sales, giving me knowledge into how buying and selling works in the industry and developed my communication skills.
Steaming collections and keeping them well presented and organised.
Taking, processing and dispatching customer orders, this enhanced my organisational and time management skills and allowed me to take responsibility of a crucial part of the business.
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Pattern Cutting
- Technical Design
- Technical Specification
- Sewing
- Research Design
- CAD Design
Education
BA Fashion DesignUniversity of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
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Awards
Peter Ryley award for best progressUniversity of Leeds