Fashion designer and consultant with 10 years of industry experience with a Master's degree in Fashion Futures from London College

About the Lesson: As a passionate advocate for sustainability in fashion design, my teaching philosophy is rooted in providing a holistic, student-centered experience that not only enhances design skills but also promotes critical thinking about ethical and sustainable fashion practices. I assess each student’s current skills and knowledge to tailor the curriculum to their specific needs, ensuring a progressive learning experience that aligns with both industry standards and environmental responsibility. My approach integrates theory with hands-on practice, encouraging students to connect research, design, and execution to build a professional portfolio suitable for university or advanced career applications. Key Focus Areas: Sustainability and Ethical Design: I emphasize sustainable and ethical design choices throughout all lessons, from sourcing materials to creating designs that minimize waste. Research and Concept Development: Each project begins with thorough research, helping students draw inspiration from diverse sources while understanding fashion’s impact on people and the environment. Practical Skills Development: Through hands-on lessons, students will develop practical fashion design skills while learning how to adapt them to sustainability challenges in real-world scenarios. Portfolio Building: Throughout the curriculum, students will work toward building a polished, industry-ready portfolio that reflects both their creativity and professional-level technical skills. Some of the things I can teach: 1. Fashion sustainability theories 2. Academic Research and writing 3. Interpreting design briefs 4. Translating and contextualising research into initial and final design sketches 5. Pattern cutting 6. Sourcing materials and services to realise the project 7. Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for Fashion Design 8. Creating tech packs and technical flats 9. Toiling and sewing 10. Marketing and business strategy Ongoing Assessment and Feedback: Throughout the program, students will receive individualized feedback to help them grow both technically and conceptually.