Newsletter December 2024
2025 FASHANNE PROGRAMME LAUNCH
More than just an amazing evening of awards, we are now a yearlong programme that offers even more to both the universities across the Midlands that take part in our programme, as well as the all-important brand sponsors that help fund Fashanne….
So what’s new?
We are inviting even more universities & businesses across the Midlands to take part – connecting East and West Midlands and continuing to build on the region’s incredible fashion & textile heritage, collectively enhancing the value of the industry, and cementing the Midlands’ reputation as a vital part of the fashion & textile industry.
Recognising the changes happening throughout the design world, we are planning to bring in several new award categories including digital design, AI and fashion marketing.
We will also be offering exclusive access to several brand sponsor workshops starting from January 2025. These brand workshops will not only help the students gain valuable insight into various parts of the fashion industry but will also help our sponsors build brand engagement and advocacy whilst supporting and nurturing some of the most exciting young design talent of tomorrow.
Our sponsor packages are now live on our website so please have a look or contact Laura@annedaviestv.co.uk for more information.
2025 FASHANNE AWARDS SHOW CONFIRMED!
Alongside the development of the Fashanne Programme, the live Fashanne Awards Show plans are also being finalised.
A unique opportunity for our students to showcase their winning designs and for industry leaders to network, entertain their own clients and staff and most importantly connect with the next generation as they present the awards to their chosen winners.
To that end, we are pleased to announce that our 2025 programme will culminate at our exciting live event on Thursday 26th June 2025 at the stunning St Mary’s Church in Nottingham. Expected to attract over 300 guests, the evening will be hosted by the founder of Fashanne, BBC’s Anne Davies and special guest Patrick Grant, and will include a drinks reception with entertainment, the fashion show with special guest models and the presentation of the awards.
Tickets will be on sale from early 2025 so keep an eye on our socials!
FASHANNE STORIES OF SUCCESS
We continue to support final year students with unparalleled access to leading industry experts through exclusive workshops and opportunities for mentoring and participation in the annual live awards. These are opportunities that invariably lead to internships and employment.
Over the last month we have have shared several of our stories of success across our socials so please have a look, read or listen!
Gus Beech – 2023 Knitwear Design Winner on how his Fashanne journey encouraged him to further his education.
Brooke Sheerin – 2023 Highstreet Menswear Runner up on how she ended up working at Next thanks to Fashanne.
And Jihwi Ahn – 2023 Footwear and Accessories Winner, who’s internship at Pentland Brands helped her gain valuable experience working in the fashion industry.
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2025 is going to be another great year. Keep an eye on our socials as we strive to bring you all the latest information and news on Fashanne – the only dedicated Fashion programme and Awards night for the Midlands.