Fashion and Textiles blog

On the surface, Fashion Design and Textile Design might seem like very similar courses. If you dig a little deeper, the...

So, you want to work in the fashion industry but don’t see yourself as the next big designer? It's essential to consid...

Here are eight reasons to choose Birmingham City University for your Fashion and Textiles Master's degree.

Take a look at her career highlights so far and her tips for students studying BA (Hons) Fashion Business and Promotion...

Find out about some of the fashion businesses that were born here in the second city.

Follow Mahleah, a Foundation Year Fashion Business student, throughout a typical day in her life at university.

If you are looking to join the Textile Design course , look no further for tips and ideas on how to prepare for you...

Georgina Fradgley, Fashion Business and Promotion student, talks to us about her placement at Primark Head Office.

Fashion Business and Promotion student Tara Warby has gained “invaluable” experience working on the On|Off showcase ...

Each year, the competition among Fashion and Textiles students intensifies as they strive to produce the most captivat...

Head of the Institute of Jewellery, Fashion and Textiles, Lee Lapthorne, held the first ever real-time virtual fashion...

On average, a person throws away 37kg of clothes a year, should we be blaming the big retail brands or ourselves?

As part of their course work, Fashion Branding and Communication students had the exciting opportunity to work with ...

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

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 Inspired Festival , dozens of creative students flocked to New Designers, a two-week long exhibition...

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 Techn...

‘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...

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

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

Need some help deciding? Take our quick quiz at the bottom of the page to find out which fashion-based course would sui...

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

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

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

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...

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...

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

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

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.

Whether you’re looking for light-hearted chat or a more in-depth conversation, there’s something for everyone looking ...

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

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...

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...

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

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

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 Hannah talks about her inspiration for her final year project which led he...

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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

5 reasons to study with us

Fashion and Textile differences

Fashion Branding and Communication vs Fashion Business and Promotion

Eight reasons to study a Master's with us

Staff profile: Kayleigh Parkes

7 Fashion businesses you didn’t know were from Birmingham

Day in the life of a Foundation Fashion Business student

Preparing for the Textile Design course

Placement profile: Buyer at Primark Head Office

Working with Lady Gaga's designer at London Fashion Week

What does the future of the Fashion Industry look like?

Student works at first real-time virtual fashion show at London Fashion Week

What does the future of the Retail and Textiles industry look like?

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 our 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

How a foundation year prepared me for my fashion degree

My fashion design and textiles foundation experience

Which Fashion and Textiles course is right for you?

My placement with Amtico Flooring

Why postgraduate study was the right choice for me

10 sustainable fashion Instagram accounts you should be following

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

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

17 BCU Creatives Launch Ohana Magazine

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

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

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?

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

Exploring Sustainable Fashion with European Partners

Superdry Sustainability Challenge for Fashion Design Students

Why Harry Styles' gender-fluid fashion is important

Why a foundation year was the best choice for me

Shortlisted for GFW 2020: Tara McReynolds

The Signature Project

Top Tips for starting Fashion Business and Promotion

Shortlisted for GFW: Hannah Greenway

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

From foundation year to BA

Lock in with fashion and textiles

Shop savvy, save the planet

Alumni spotlight: Rebecca Lewis

My final year studying Textile Design

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: Visual Merchandising

Short Course Spotlight: Trend Forecasting

Recognised by Industry: Textile Design Awards

Ten Week Project with Style Birmingham

Alumni spotlight: Steph Hutchins

Alumni Spotlight: Amelia Frost

Alumni Spotlight: Charnice Blaize

How I secured a scholarship in Morocco and became a visiting tutor after graduating

Crazy in love with embroidery: my work on Beyonce's costume