Weâre immensely proud of what our Fashion Futures grads achieve.  FAD Store showcases products by some of our talented graduates â designer-makers who are at the root of Londonâs legendary creativity. You’ll find unique and original accessories, jewellery, menswear and womenswear as well as courses and workshops which are designed and produced in the UK. Please support young creative talent by shopping here.
I first came in contact with FAD whilst I was at college . Since then I have been in regular contact and volunteered my time with them during various events. Though many years have passed, I still get a constant source of support from them, which I value extremely.
After studying at Central Saint Martinâs and working in the industry as a textile designer, I wanted to start making prints for myself and started my brand. OlaOla is a Textile design studio which creates bold & unique patterns and places them onto everyday objects such as bags, stationery, jewellery and phone cases. All collections are made in small batches and are proudly printed and hand made in the UK.
I first started FAD In 2011 whilst doing my A levels, without any knowledge of how to create clothing. FAD has given me a head start in understanding garment construction, not only the process of creating clothing but also the design process from start to finish. I have applied all that Iâve learnt to my further education.
Shanel Brown is a brand that creates handmade jewellery from brass zippers. Graduating from University of Northampton in 2016 with a BA Honours in Textiles for Fashion I then joined the enterprise programme with the Prince’s Trust to kick-start my business career. Clothing and accessories will be added in the near future.
Fashion Futures really gave me the confidence to pursue fashion as a career as I learnt so much throughout the whole experience, about the industry and all the different jobs and opportunities. Getting to showcase at LFW was something I never dreamed of happening at such a young age- it was such a confidence booster
Design ME is a open access textile print studio – a space for people to come and create as well as to learn different textile processes including screen printing, monoprinting, devore, discharge printing and more.
Fashion Futures gave me a massive confidence boost in my creative skills. The course also made me much more willing to try out new techniques which really helped me to take a big step out of my comfort zone.
Peggy Beard specialises in handmade jewellery that is playful, contemporary & charming.  I love to use bold, playful shapes combined with colour and quality materials. All Peggy Beard jewellery is handmade by me to a very high standard and with lots of love & care. I set my business up after completing my degree & deciding that I wanted to follow my dreams of working for myself. Peggy Beard is named after my Nan, she was a wonderful lady who was so supportive of all my dreams.
I took part in Fashion Futures back in 2009. Since then I have volunteered in various workshops, hauling rolls of fabric and helping any other way I possibly can.
JOBO is a menswear brand. We make clothes in reaction to environments, stories and society. Based and rooted in South London, itâs debut collection âAin’t No Mandem In Peckham’ is inspired by grime culture and motorcycle crews and is a reaction to the rapid gentrification of South East London.
FAD gave me the opportunity to develop my design and making skills as well as sharing my experience. I worked on the Black Icons photoshoot as Creative Director and continue as Production Assistant for FADâs London Fashion Week shows. FAD has given me confidence to start my own brand and has allowed me to be active in roles beyond design.
Sabode is a conscious brand with a mission to dress souls and protect auras. Passionate about wellbeing and design, each collection focuses on sustainable pieces which elevate the wearer’s essence, using quality fabrics that allow freedom, movement and versatility.
Taking part in FAD in 2006 gave me an insight into what studying fashion design would be like and it enhanced my decision in that. Coming back to assist as a volunteer, and being on the other side was a great experience, seeing all the talented students and their ideas evolve.
Dispari draws its inspiration from its heritage. Founded by a Nigerian/Italian designer raised in London, the label focuses on exploring streetwear, by broadening options within such a male dominated market. Dispari is an Italian word that translates as âoddâ, meaning differing in nature to what is ordinary, usual or expected; an odd choice; or leaving a remainder of 1 when divided by 2.
