GREAT BRITISH DESIGN

In 2012, the eyes of the world are on Britain as the capital prepares to host the Olympic games for the first time since 1948.

With this in mind FAD has set a very special challenge to 120 young people from across London and Greater Manchester; to celebrate the legacy of 2012 by creating a garment that combines elements from Britain’s great design heritage with their own vision of being British today.

Aged 16-18 years old, these talented teenagers are the newest recruits of FAD’s Fashion Futures 2 initiative. Now in its 8th year, the project has a proven track record of providing hands-on training, industry experience and life skills to teenagers from diverse backgrounds.

This year FAD is very proud to be sponsored by retailer George at Asda.

To see weekly updates and photos from the 2012 Fashion Futures workshops in London and Salford please visit the FAD Blog.

To hear first hand feedback on FAD's Fashion Futures course from our 2012 London students watch the film below.

Film Credit: Sinatra Bros