News: East Leake student secured 2^nd place in a National Fashion Design Competition 

Nottingham College student, Elspeth Antcliff, recently achieved an incredible feat by taking second place in the under-18 category of the prestigious Young Talent of Tomorrow competition, run by the Graduate Fashion Foundation across the country. 

The competition, themed ​‘identity,’ challenged students to create an outfit that embodied their unique sense of self. Elspeth, a fashion student from East Leake, impressed judges with her designs, which were based on her struggle with dyslexia and how she has transformed it into a source of inspiration.

Her entire collection centred around flowers, which represents her growth both within fashion and as an individual. Through her work, she has created her own unique identity. 

In describing her work, Elspeth said ​“My design shows how my identity is blooming and how I am able to express myself through fashion.” 

​“I am grateful for the support I have received from my tutors during my time at college. They have been incredibly supportive of me, especially when it comes to my dyslexia and design work.” She continued.

Her tutor Alexandra Barnes praised Elspeth’s work saying, ​“I’m thrilled that Elspeth has been chosen as a runner up in this prestigious National competition. Elspeth’s competition entry brilliantly encapsulates how her identity has blossomed since at college. Her collection of designs is brilliantly illustrated and show creativity and innovation.”
 
Tutors encouraged Elspeth to enter the award and provided support throughout the project. Her successful entry earned her the chance to showcase her work at Graduate Fashion Week in London this June. 

Nottingham College student, Elspeth Antcliff, recently achieved an incredible feat by taking second place in the under-18 category of the prestigious Young Talent of Tomorrow competition, run by the Graduate Fashion Foundation across the country. 

The competition, themed ​‘identity,’ challenged students to create an outfit that embodied their unique sense of self. Elspeth, a fashion student from East Leake, impressed judges with her designs, which were based on her struggle with dyslexia and how she has transformed it into a source of inspiration.

Her entire collection centred around flowers, which represents her growth both within fashion and as an individual. Through her work, she has created her own unique identity. 

In describing her work, Elspeth said ​“My design shows how my identity is blooming and how I am able to express myself through fashion.” 

​“I am grateful for the support I have received from my tutors during my time at college. They have been incredibly supportive of me, especially when it comes to my dyslexia and design work.” She continued.

Her tutor Alexandra Barnes praised Elspeth’s work saying, ​“I’m thrilled that Elspeth has been chosen as a runner up in this prestigious National competition. Elspeth’s competition entry brilliantly encapsulates how her identity has blossomed since at college. Her collection of designs is brilliantly illustrated and show creativity and innovation.”
 
Tutors encouraged Elspeth to enter the award and provided support throughout the project. Her successful entry earned her the chance to showcase her work at Graduate Fashion Week in London this June.