Blog - School of Fashion and Textiles | Birmingham City University

The Red Dress Project originally conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod, provides a creative artistic platform us...

See the work of our talented Fashion Design students, which was displayed at Harvey Nichols in The Mailbox, Birmingham....

Two Foundation Fashion and Textiles students have designed and made costumes for the production of Midsummer Night’s D...

Following on from this year's Inspired Festival , dozens of creative students flocked to New Designers, a two-week lon...

Garance Priez , a Fashion Design student, kickstarted her career at Graduate Fashion Week among industry professi...

Tia graduated with a BA (Hons) Textile Design degree from BCU and currently works at the University as a Graduate Tech...

‘The Growth Garden’ is a new initiative within the School of Fashion and Textiles, as part of a move towards more natur...

Starting your postgraduate studies with us soon? We're looking forward to welcoming you! If you want to get a head star...

Open Days are a great opportunity for you to experience a little bit of life as a BCU student. Take a look at why they'...

We want you to be as successful whilst studying with us as possible. That's why we offer a variety of support. This blo...

Costume design students give us an insight into how they worked on the outfits for Birmingham 2022 Festival.

The UK is known for its historical fashion roots, from Victorian to punk; but what about Birmingham? There are plenty o...

Are you an aspiring writer, illustrator or social media manager? The Ohana Magazine society is perfect for you! It aim...

Fashion students have collaborated with one of the biggest brands - Lounge Underwear - to develop new campaigns to empo...

Todd Green joined Birmingham City University’s School of Fashion and Textiles to study BA (Hons) Fashion Desi...

Lucy shares her experience as a foundation student and how the course provided her with a range of skills to prepare fo...

Students on our Foundation Year in Fashion and Textiles recently took part in a collaborative workshop with BCU’s STEAM...

Carina Coelho is a third year student on our BA (Hons) Fashion Branding and Communication course. Attending lectures an...

Need some help deciding? Talk a look at the different courses available in this diverse and exciting area of study.

MA Fashion Promotion student Charlotte Chambers tells us about her experience as a postgraduate student and how it has ...

Textile Design student Keely Russell talks to Amtico's Design Manager Sarah Escott about her placement with the company...

Final year BA (Hons) Textile Design student, Keely Russell, recently won the Silentnight Sleep Design Award at this yea...

We've selected some of our favourite Instagrammers who are known for championing vintage and second hand pieces over ne...

Final year BA (Hons) Textile Design student, Andrea Gonzales, recently won the Habitat Future Design Award – Textiles a...

If you’re searching for something new to watch on Netflix but find yourself endlessly scrolling, we have rounded up a ...

If you find yourself getting lost on your Instagram feed daily in need of something new, we’ve gathered ten of the mos...

Get to know the recipient of BCU's 2021 Textiles Creative Spirit Award.

The BA (Hons) Textile Design staff team were proud to present their Textile Design ‘Class of 2021’ at a celebratory eve...

As part of BCU's Inspired Festival, we spoke to Sophie Johnson and Laura Arrowsmith about their inspirations for creat...

Jack Avery joined Birmingham City University’s School of Fashion and Textiles , to study BA (Hons) Fashion Bus...

Second year BA (Hons) Fashion Business & Promotion student, Tom Pleydell undertook an exciting two-month work placemen...

We caught up with Course Director Louise Martin to find out why you should consider doing Foundation year in Fashion an...

Charlotte Carter joined Birmingham City University’s School of Fashion and Textiles to study BA (Hons) Fashio...

Ohana Magazine has been built entirely online by 17 BCU creatives, from the School of Fashion and Textiles , School ...

Are you moving to university, but fear packing? Preparation ahead of moving day is key to ensure you don’t feel overwh...

If you are looking to join the School of Fashion and Textiles this September, look no further for tips and ideas...

Sophie Johnson and Laura Arrowsmith, both lecturers on our BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion course, have...

Studying in the School of Fashion and Textiles, you’ll be taught by award-winning academics with a wealth of industry e...

School of Fashion Textiles Student Success Advisor, Miriam Bruton, gives her tips for preparing for university.

We all need some audio company when we’re working from home so we’ve compiled a list of fabulous fashion podcasts that ...

Textile Design student Jade Durling discusses how textile projects have become an important source of mindfulness durin...

Textile Design student Naomi Cross reflects on how lockdowns and Covid regulations have affected the bespoke bridalwear...

Textile Design student Edita Sedoikina considers the effects of the pandemic on Trend Forecasters and how their roles h...

Laura Arrowsmith discusses the changing nature of fashion education and the importance of keeping in touch with the evo...

BA (Hons) Fashion Branding and Communication student, Carina Coelho, tells us about working on a live brief with Lounge...

With a Virtual London Fashion Week looming, Sophie Johnson, questions whether the fashion week stage is the right place...

Lecturer Sophie Johnson discusses the future of fashion week, amidst the upcoming digital London Fashion Week 2021.

Nahida Mahmood, Senior Embroidery Technician, discusses her recent award success.

Two final year Fashion Design students recently took part in MODA-FAD’s annual Sustainable Challenge.

This semester, BA (Hons) Fashion Design students teamed up with contemporary clothing brand Superdry in a sustainabilit...

Lecturer Laura Arrowsmith reflects on the changing face of gendered fashion and what that could mean for leading retai...

Sophie is a lecturer in Fashion Business and Promotion. When working from home, she likes a cosy, quiet and well-organi...

Find out about (BA) Fashion Business and Promotion student Tara McReynold's Instagreen project.

Learn about Anna’s journey from foundation year to BA, and the support and experience she gained along the way!

Foundation Fashion and Textiles students use creative strategies to showcase their personal design style.

Starting University is the first step in achieving your future career. While this may seem nerve-racking, it’s also th...

BA Fashion Business and Promotion student Zoe Bird reveals how she worked through the pandemic.

(BA) Fashion Business and Promotion student Emily Orr talks about how she continued learning during lockdown

Learn about Jasmine-Shah Miah's journey from foundation year to BA Fashion Branding & Communication.

While many fashion students are disappointed at having their final shows cancelled because of the pandemic, BCU’s Shan...

(BA) Fashion Business and Promotion student Hannah talks about her inspiration for her final year project which led he...

Lock in with BA (Hons) Fashion Branding and Communications, and BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion. Hear our top ...

We know this is an unusual time for everyone and thought you might be struggling to find things to do whilst you’re st...

Oxfam’s Second Hand September is a campaign that aims to raise awareness of the environmental impact on fashion, and i...

Textile Design graduate, Eleanor Brown secures invaluable experience in a world-renowned company, Amtico.

Rebecca Lewis, BA (Hons) Textile Design graduate, shares what she’s been up to since graduation and gives her top tips ...

Take a look at Annette's career highlights and top tips for future students thing about studying fashion at BCU.

BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion student Claudia Ferraretto speaks at an international conference...

40 universities showcase portfolios at the world's largest showcase of undergraduate fashion talent.

Gabbie worked part time as an in-store trainee Visual Merchandiser at Outfit Fashion during her final year at BCU. Gett...

Tutor Els Dragt, tells us her top five reasons to take our Trend Forecasting short course.

Tutor Vita Woods tells us her top five reasons to take our Visual Merchandising short course.

Tutors Mike Hansell and Carla Frith tell us their top five reasons to take our Buying and Merchandising short course.

Recently our final year BA Textiles Students were treated to a whole day packed full of industry insights which include...

Student conference highlights innovation and research ideas.

Find out what happened when our students did a 10-week project with Style Birmingham.

Amelia Frost, BA (Hons) Textile Design graduate, specialised in printed textiles and surface pattern.

BA (Hons) Fashion Design graduate Steph shares her global experience and top tips.

Meet Charnice Blaize, Graduate Fashion Week winner and Cultural Marketing Coordinator at ASOS.

Fashion design graduate, Holly Jayne Smith, tells us how she secured a scholarship in Morocco.

Fashion Branding and Communication students visit Azzedine Alaïa exhibition and magCulture.

"Surreal” is the one word used by 20 year old Rosie Gee to describe the incredible opportunity she recently embarked on...

Our calendar is always jam-packed with activities and this year has been no different; from inspiring studio visits to ...

BA (Hons) Textiles and design student Isobel Smith spends seven weeks in South of France.

Millie tells us how her award has provided invaluable support for her plan to launch her own business.

Find out how we encourage and support you to seek out work placements and build your personal portfolio.

Take a look at how Bethany's collection was scouted for a fashion show after being discovered on Instagram.

Rebecca Day tells us more about her two-week placement with multi-disciplinary artist Lizzie King.

Take a look at how BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion graduate Rebecca won the prestigious prize.

Graduate Fashion week is at the top of the radar for students aspiring to be a part of the fashion industry.

Check out what final-year School of Fashion and Textiles student Atena Ameri learned during her placement year.

BA (Hons) Textile Design student Hope tells us more about her ERASMUS exchange trip.

Find out how BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion student Chloe reached the grand final.

Find out more about the live brief BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion students worked on.

BA (Hons) Fashion Design student Josephine tells us about working overseas with the high street retailer.

First year student Aida Brown tells us more about being picked to showcase her Trend Forecasting module work.

Find out how students worked with Pete to develop their knowledge of the industry digital embroidery program, Wilcom.

See how students have worked with charities as part of their Events Management module.

BA (Hons) Textile Design graduate Sophie shows us the career paths that are accessible with a textiles degree.

Take a look at her career highlights so far and her tips for students studying BA (Hons) Textile Design.

BA (Hons) Textile Design graduate Bronagh Teague spoke to us about developing textiles for design giant, Jim Thompson ...

Fashion Design graduate Rosie Dennington showcased her Wanderlust collection at London Fashion Week.

Textile Design Graduate, Kate, spoke to us about her recent win and how she’s developed her brand.

Fashion Design graduate Rhys unveiled his Spring/Summer 2018 collection at London’s Dray Walk Gallery.

Embroidery Lecturer and Textile Artist Zoë Hillyard recently curated her first Solo Exhibition ‘Balancing Tensions’.

Paige is using the trend-forecasting and styling skills she’s learned to set up her own publishing business.

BA (Hons) Fashion Design Lecturer Jason takes us behind the scenes of Graduate Fashion Week.

Take a look at how Charnice won the ASOS Future Talent Award for Communication.

BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion student Charnice shares her top tips with first-year student Serlait.

Read about Elle's experience of working with Fashion Blogger Kavita Donkersley, and her top placement tips!

Grace tells us about working with a real historical dress for the 'Cabinets of Costume' exhibition.

Lauren takes us through her Final Major Project for BA (Hons) Textile Design and tells us what she's learned.

How I made the finalist shortlist for the Fashion Awareness Direct (FAD) competition with Missoni.

We caught up with second year BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion student about her industry placement at Next.

First year BA (Hons) Textile Design student Chloe Watling tells us more about her study trip to Paris.

Find out more about Beth's exciting internship with LOOK magazine and her top tips for securing a placement.

Fashion and Textiles blog

Fashion Branding and Communication students work on live brief with SilkFred

Red Dress Project

Fashion Design students showcase work at Harvey Nichols

Students design dream costumes

New Designers win for Textiles graduate

Fashion Design student wins Childrenswear award at London’s Graduate Fashion Week

Tia Parmar: My First Year in Industry

Fashioning Futures team launch Growth Garden initiative

How to prepare for your Master’s at the School of Fashion and Textiles

5 reasons why you should come to a School of Fashion and Textiles Open Day

Student Support Services

How we made the costumes for Birmingham 2022 festival

Why you should study fashion and textiles in Birmingham

BCU Ohana Magazine Society: Student Stories

Students develop new campaigns with Lounge Underwear

Academics spotlight: Claire Ritchie

My fashion design and textiles foundation experience

How a foundation year prepared me for my fashion degree

#STEAMShare: Experimenting with STEAM

A Day in the Life of a Fashion Branding and Communication Student

Which Fashion and Textiles course is right for you?

Why postgraduate study was the right choice for me

My placement with Amtico Flooring

New Designers 2021 Winner: Keely Russell

10 sustainable fashion Instagram accounts you should be following

New Designers 2021 Winner: Andrea Gonzales

10 Things to Watch on Netflix If You Love Fashion or Textiles

10 Fashion and Textile Instagram Accounts You Should Be Following

Meet Mahawa Keita, Winner of 2021's Textile Design Creative Spirit Award

BCU Textile Design Awards 2021

Inspired Festival: How BCU’s Fashion Business Lecturers Became Charting Podcast Hosts

What to Expect in Your First Year Studying BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion

My Work Experience Placement at Grayling PR

Why Should I Do a Foundation Year? Q&A with Course Director Louise Martin

What to Expect in Your First Year Studying BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Foundation Year

17 BCU Creatives Launch Ohana Magazine

10 Top Tips for Packing to Move to University

What can I do to prepare for my course at the School of Fashion and Textiles?

Fashion Business Lecturers Launch Podcast

What can I do with a degree in Fashion or Textiles?

Preparing for University with Student Success Advisor Miriam Bruton

8 of the Best Fashion Podcasts

The Importance of Wellbeing for Textile Artists and Makers

What does the future hold for the Bespoke Bridal industry?

How Will Trend Forecasting Look Post-Covid?

Shaping the Future of Fashion Education

Embracing the Female Family with Lounge Underwear

Do High Street brands have a place at Fashion Week?

LFW 2021: The New Era of Fashion Weeks Post-Covid

I Want to Open People’s Minds to What Embroidery Can Be

Exploring Sustainable Fashion with European Partners

The 'new normal' is crisis

Superdry Sustainability Challenge for Fashion Design Students

Why Harry Styles' gender-fluid fashion is important

Welcome to my Workspace: Sophie Johnson

Shortlisted for GFW 2020: Tara McReynolds

Why a foundation year was the best choice for me

The Signature Project

Top Tips for starting Fashion Business and Promotion

How I completed my degree virtually during the pandemic

Learning during lockdown

From foundation year to BA

How has COVID-19 affected our Fashion students' end of year studies?

Shortlisted for GFW: Hannah Greenway

Preparing for Fashion Business and Promotion and Fashion Branding and Communication

Lock in with fashion and textiles

Shop savvy, save the planet

My final year studying Textile Design

Alumni spotlight: Rebecca Lewis

Staff profile: Annette Clarke

How I got to speak at the Change the World Model United Nations in New York

Graduate Fashion Week: Meet our winners

Gabbie Armstrong: My next step in industry

Short Course Spotlight: Trend Forecasting

Short Course Spotlight: Visual Merchandising

Short Course Spotlight: Buying and Merchandising

Recognised by Industry: Textile Design Awards

A shift in the right direction

Ten Week Project with Style Birmingham