FF1 2010: SOUTH LONDON

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SOUTH LONDON

Thanks to funding from Aspire and The Walcot Foundation, F.A.D. was able to offer a record number of fully paid places on this year's Fashion Futures 1 course at Lewisham College.

Aspire Aimhigher South East London paid for 50 teenagers from Lewisham, Southwark, Greenwich, Wandsworth and Bexley to take part in the course, while The Walcot Foundation provided funding for 25 young people from schools in Lambeth.

The course which took place from 19th - 23rd July 2010 drew F.A.D.'s summer projects to a close with a vibrant catwalk show attended by family, friends and teachers.

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Students model their own designs in a professional photoshoot

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“I think the course was really interesting and it opened my eyes to the many different stages a designer has to go through to create their finishing piece. I also think I am more time wise, and I have learnt ten times more in this whole week of design and creation then I would at school. It was also fun seeing other people’s take on Aboriginal fashion. Overall I had a great time!.” – Fatouma, The Norwood School (Lambeth)


“I enjoyed the sewing and constructing because it helped me to be more comfortable and overcome the fear of getting it wrong.” – Oluwatsoni, Northbrook C of E School (Lewisham)


“I have learnt all about sewing techniques, styling, career options, designing and illustration. I really enjoyed the printing and the constructing of the shorts, both were new experiences. Everything on the course was really well prepared.” – Ophelie, St.Ursula’s Convent School (Greenwich)


“I really enjoyed making the bag. I think it is the best thing I’ve made in my life.” – Jade, La Retraite School (Lambeth)


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Customising t-shirts and fashion illustration

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Prints inspired by the student's aboriginal themed sketchbooks...

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Learning to use the industrial sewing machines and overlockers

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The students model their final designs on the catwalk

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