Located at the epi-centre of London’s fashion and garment district the College offers a dynamic environment in which to study fashion. Its philosophy is to provide creative development alongside a strong vocational slant. The continued expertise of experienced industry professionals (many tutors combining teaching with successful fashion careers) ensures that students are kept up-to-date with the changing demands and opportunities within the industry. London College of Fashion is the only UK College to specialise in fashion education, research and consultancy – providing a unique opportunity to study at all levels.
Research at the College thrives and is supported and resourced by dedicated facilities such as its world-class library and archive centre. Research activity within the fashion media and cultural field encompasses curation and exhibition of fashion and fashion photography at international venues, contributions to the global fashion press, editorships of major research and trade journals, and well established links with museums such as the V&A. Through publicising achievements and successes, London College of Fashion aims to ensure that it is the first port of call for anyone looking for design graduates.
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The College already has a strong international reputation through its support of overseas projects and recruitment; further enhanced by the ongoing development of research and postgraduate opportunities forging strong links both locally and globally. The College’s collaborations with some of fashion’s leading innovators looks to challenge convention, generate new ideas and mentor exceptional talent, in ways that enrich the cultural economy. London College of Fashion’s commitment to nurturing new talent and creating opportunity is demonstrated through its many student centred initiatives.
The Fashion Business Resource Studio is a one-stop-shop for sharing London College of Fashion’s creative, business and technical expertise with fashion and lifestyle industries. The studio provides a mutually supportive culture dedicated to improving the integration of emerging talent, technical expertise, new knowledge and entrepreneurial advice.
The Centre for Fashion Enterprise (CFE), supported by London College of Fashion and the London Development Agency, is a pioneering business incubator supporting and nurturing London’s emerging fashion design talent. The CFE is a vital ingredient in making London the leading fashion talent capital of the world. With a professional team of strategic advisors and complementary business services the CFE now successfully supports and partners some of London’s newest and best design talent. Designers who have benefited to date include Manish Arora, Bora Aksu, Marios Schwab, Hamish Morrow, Charlott Vasberg, Julia Clancey, Basso and Brooke, Erdem, Gavin Douglas, Adele Clarke and Modernist.
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Fashion is a tough business reliant on stamina, self-discipline and an authentic demonstration of both craft and skill. London College of Fashion nurtures and celebrates the values, talents and visions of both students and staff. The College is committed to maintaining its position as a leader in fashion education and research and as a benchmark for a global industry.
