Fashion and Textiles News

30 October 2023

Sustainability in Fashion: The Future of Ethical Design

Fashion. It’s more than just an industry or a means of self-expression. It’s an art, a culture, and for many, a way of life. But beyond the glitz and glamour, there’s a story waiting to unfold – one of sustainability and ethical ...

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16 February 2023

Can we make fast fashion more sustainable in 2023?

In a world where new clothing trends are being promoted on Instagram and TikTok every day, the fashion industry is one of the most prominent sectors to keep up-to-date with. With the help of major fast fashion ...

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09 December 2022

What is Vogue Magazine Most Excited About in Fashion in 2023?

If there’s one thing to remember about fashion, it’s that it never gets boring! With the rise of fast fashion and the popularity of social media influencers, there’s a new fashion trend every week. 

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07 November 2022

Why Study Fashion at the University of Bolton?

Fashion is a subject based around total creative freedom, so here at the University of Bolton, we dedicate ourselves to devising new and unique ways for students to explore their courses. No matter which sector of the industry you study,...

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02 August 2022

Fashion Trends 2022/23: What can we expect

A combination of the rise in fast fashion and the recent Coronavirus pandemic has caused a huge shift in 2022 fashion trends. With the likes of ...

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22 July 2022

Top Fashion Icons to Look Out for in 2023!

Are you interested in a career in fashion? MA (Specialist Title) via Creative Practice at the University of Bolton provides an opportunity to gain the d...

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09 June 2022

2022 FASHION TRENDS – YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS OUT

Following the strangeness of 2020-2021 fashion trends – with internet business gatherings and working from home – 2022 delivers some refreshing styles and designs. For the previous 60 years or more, the 'latest' fas...

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16 March 2022

Fashion and Special Effects Winner and Losers at the 75th BAFTAs Awards

For anyone involved in the television and film industry, the talk of the last couple of weeks has been focused on the BAFTAs. The British Academy Film Awards, which took place in person this year following a difficult couple of years for...

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02 March 2022

Want to Work in Fashion? Here’s How a Master’s Degree Can Help

Breaking into fashion can be challenging, especially if you don’t have specialist skills or have a clear direction of where you want to go. If you’re a third-year fashion student wondering what you should do next, the University of B...

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14 December 2021

Fashioning your Future in Design

For some, it’s all about the Italian fashion houses of Gucci and Versace; for others, they love the sculpted lines of Britain’s Vivienne Westwood – or maybe you’ve been inspired by Yeezy’s futuristic designs? Our fashion and te...

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10 August 2021

Top print designer leads a workshop with the University of Bolton fashion studen...

Students from the BA Textiles and Surface Design course have been lucky enough to take part in a design lead workshop with one of the top print designers in the industry.Davinder Madaher, a Print designer, Consultant, and Lecturer...

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21 July 2021

What a career in Fashion and Textiles looks like

Deciding on a career path can seem like a tremendous task, to begin with. After studying multiple subjects for years, you finally have an idea about what you enjoy learning and potentially a career to pursue. The next step is to look for...

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22 March 2021

Fashion Icon Stella McCartney Turns 50

The name McCartney is synonymous with change, activism and creativity. Stella McCartney was born into a family whose actions spoke for them. It is little wonder that she went on to have such a profound effect on the fashion industry, ani...

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01 March 2021

Fashion at Bolton; gain employability skills through live projects

Study Fashion at the University of Bolton and you’ll develop a wealth of industry skills, including pattern cutting, garment manufacture, fashion illustration and CAD for technical drawings, to support your portfolio.You’ll al...

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01 March 2021

Fashion students work with local brands to highlight sustainability

Students from across the University of Bolton’s Fashion degree have come together to create a show that highlights the importance of ethical and sustainable practices across the sector.Working with local brands and activists, th...

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01 March 2021

Why study Fashion at the University of Bolton?

Study Fashion at Bolton and join a university that takes great pride in providing a supportive learning environment. We have been ranked No.1 in the North West for Student Satisfaction for the past three years*, and are a Top 5 Universit...

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