Monsoon Accessorize has announced scholarship funding for students joining the MA Fashion Futures course at London College of Fashion (LCF) and Central Saint Martins (CSM), University of the Arts London (UAL).
- This initiative supports students committed to sustainability, focusing on regenerative fashion and zero-waste design.
- Previously, successful partnerships have helped students explore innovative solutions in fashion.
- The scholarships reflect Monsoon Accessorize’s broader commitment to sustainable fashion and industry innovation.
- Collaboration with UAL aims to foster a better future for the fashion industry through dedicated student support.
Monsoon Accessorize is providing essential scholarship funding for students who have secured a place in the MA Fashion Futures programme at LCF or UAL. This course encourages participants to explore and implement sustainable practices within the fashion industry.
Applicants for the Monsoon Accessorize MA Fashion Futures Student Scholarship are expected to demonstrate a passion for sustainability. The focus areas include regenerative fashion, zero-waste design, and digital innovation aimed at pre-consumer waste solutions and quality control failures.
Previously, the retailer has supported students like Sarabi Hawke, an LCF student and crochet workshop organiser, and Cassandra Quinn, a CSM PhD candidate researching wastewater utilisation in material production. These efforts underline a successful pilot year for the scholarship, showcasing its potential to aid groundbreaking research.
Nick Stowe, CEO of Monsoon Accessorize, commended the collaboration with UAL, highlighting the importance of investing in individuals capable of driving sustainable change within the industry. He expressed excitement about the ongoing research by students supported by these scholarships.
UAL’s chief social purpose officer, Polly Mackenzie, emphasised the scholarships’ role in furthering the institution’s commitment to creating a cleaner and more ethical fashion industry. These efforts align with UAL’s mission to leverage research and partnerships in significant, sustainable sectors.
Monsoon Accessorize is steadfast in supporting innovative research and sustainable practices in fashion through strategic collaborations and scholarships.
