Taking place on 29 May 2025, this year’s Belfast School of Art fashion show is set to be a dynamic showcase of cutting-edge creativity, sustainable fashion, and bold artistic expression, as emerging designers present their visions for the future of fashion.
The graduating class from the BA (Hons) Textile Art, Design and Fashion programme includes a diverse group of talented designers, with 20 final year students debuting their unique collections on the catwalk, ranging from avant-garde concepts to contemporary, wearable art.
With a curriculum that fosters technical mastery across embroidery, garment construction, knit, print, and weave, Belfast School of Art continues to shape the next generation of textile artists and fashion designers. Under the guidance of specialist lecturers and technicians, students have honed their craft, producing garments that reflect their dedication, skill, and ingenuity.
Dean Liggett, Lecturer in Fashion at Belfast School of Art, shares his excitement for this year’s show:
"Fashion is an ever-evolving global industry, and it is thrilling to see the home-grown creativity and talent emerging from Belfast School of Art. This show is a milestone moment for our graduates, whose innovative designs showcase originality, address key industry challenges, and celebrate their individual creative identities."
Industry partnerships and celebration
Continuing a tradition of excellence, Style Academy partners once again to produce the show, bringing their expertise to a grand-scale event featuring top runway models from across Europe. The event has garnered support from other key sponsors, including McConnell’s Irish Whiskey and new sponsor, CastleCourt, reinforcing the strong connection between Belfast’s artistic and business communities.
Leona Barr, Centre Manager of sponsor CastleCourt, commented:
"This year’s fashion show promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. With stunning collections from some of the most promising new designers, combined with a stellar production, it’s a must-see event for anyone passionate about fashion."
McConnell’s Irish Whiskey are once again backing the event. Its CEO, John Kelly, said:
“We are delighted to continue McConnells’ support of the Textile Art, Design and Fashion Graduate Fashion show, working with our community neighbours at Ulster University.”
Style Academy Managing Director Tracey Rodgers expressed her delight at supporting the event:
“We are once again honoured to have been appointed to produce the Belfast School of Art Graduate Fashion Show and relish the opportunity, which is quite simply the highlight of the Northern Irish Fashion calendar.”
Brian Dixon, Head of Belfast School of Art, reflects on this special occasion:
"The Graduate Fashion Show is not only a celebration of individual student achievements but a testament to the forward-thinking spirit of Belfast School of Art. We are immensely proud of our graduates and cannot wait to see the impact they will have on the industry."
Taking place at Ulster University’s Belfast Campus, York Street, on Thursday 29 May 2025, the Graduate Fashion Show welcomes friends, family, industry professionals, fashion enthusiasts, and supporters of the arts to experience the emergence of Northern Ireland’s next generation of fashion innovators.
