About us

HASOU Fashion Academy prides itself on its visionary team of illustrious specialist mentors and educators who are dynamic, approachable, and committed to inspiring the next generation of fashion creatives.

With a strong focus on merging education with industry, HASOU Fashion Academy’s seasoned mentors empower emerging and mid-career fashion creatives, forging global employment opportunities while maintaining unwavering integrity and ethical standards.

Emphasising diversity and inclusivity, sustainable and ethical fashion practice, the academy fosters enhanced student experiences through collaboration, creative risk-taking, and experimentation. Purposefully designed online fashion courses offer a multidisciplinary approach tailored to meet the demands of the creative industries, encouraging students to challenge existing practices and cultivate their own visions of the future. Through dynamic discussions, exchange, and critical debate, HASOU Fashion Academy nurtures confidence and resilience, striving to provide exceptional service in the short course education sector and leaving a legacy of fashion innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship.

Fashion student in striking black ensemble and wide-brimmed hat poses confidently on ladder, embodying creative ambition and style.
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Co-Founder & Managing Director

Sue Chowles

//M.Des RCA SFHEA
//Associate Professor in Fashion Education
//Co-Founder & Managing Director at HASOU Fashion Academy

With 35 years of academic experience, I have co-founded HASOU Fashion Academy. Our commitment to providing enriched transformative learning experiences, with the student educational experience at its core, is unwavering. Recognised for my contributions to fashion education, including receiving the Associate Professor title in 2017 and the Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy status in 2015, I have cultivated numerous industry connections and partnerships. Notable achievements include securing Creative Skillset Tick accreditation and establishing and leading successful fashion undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at institutions like the London College of Fashion, the University of Brighton, and Norwich University of the Arts. My passion for student engagement and enhancing industry awareness, coupled with my drive for innovation and successful employability through creative industry collaborations, aims to bridge the gap between education and employment, inspiring the next generation of creatives.

‘I am passionate about encouraging and inspiring student engagement and enhancing industry awareness, driving innovation and successful employability through creative industry collaborations. Through nurturing my valued relationships with my global alumni industry associates, I aim to bring the established and the new together, inspiring the next generation of creatives.’

//More about Sue→

Meet our Mentors

HASOU boasts a visionary team of illustrious specialist mentors and educators who are experts in their field, influential, dynamic, approachable and committed to inspiring the next generation of fashion creatives.

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Alexandra Black
Professional headshot of a smiling woman with long dark hair wearing a black blazer and chain detail, representing HASOU Fashion Academy's mentorship and creative guidance.

Alice Ingle
Alice Potts, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, smiling in professional portrait against neutral background.

Alice Potts
Ann Hardiman, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, smiles warmly in a black and white portrait photograph.

Ann Hardiman
Professional portrait of Ben Stubbington, fashion mentor and creative collaborator at HASOU Fashion Academy, in contemplative pose wearing black tee.

Ben Stubbington
Professional headshot of a woman wearing black-framed glasses and patterned top against dark background, embodying creative confidence and fashion industry expertise.

Benita Odogwu-Atkinson
Caroline Gilbey, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, in her creative studio workspace wearing professional black and white styling.

Caroline Gilbey
Professional portrait of a woman wearing black blazer and patterned scarf, embodying fashion education expertise and creative mentorship leadership.

Caryn Franklin
Denis Murphy, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, wearing a black waistcoat and checked shirt in professional portrait.

Denis Murphy
Silhouette of a person in profile against an illuminated floral backdrop, embodying creative aspiration and fashion vision.

Dinu Bodiciu
Ellen Fowles, HASOU Fashion Academy mentor, smiles in professional black and white headshot wearing glasses.

Ellen Fowles
Woman wearing clear-framed glasses and white shirt, portrait for HASOU Fashion Academy's mentorship programme

Emma Davidson
Frances Murphy, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, smiling warmly whilst wearing glasses on her head and black top

Frances Murphy
Portrait of a smiling woman wearing glasses and a denim jacket, representing HASOU Fashion Academy's approachable mentorship approach.

Frances Walker
Gemma Metheringham smiling against a brick wall, wearing glasses and a black blazer with a white handkerchief detail.

Gemma Metheringham
Two women in white tops smile together against a white wooden backdrop, embodying creative collaboration and mentorship.

Heidi Fielding
Jane Francis, fashion educator and mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, portrait photograph in black and white.

Jane Francis
Man in casual jacket against urban backdrop, embodying creative confidence and professional fashion mentorship at HASOU Academy.

Jeffery Kong
Portrait of a woman in a ribbed knit jumper, posing confidently indoors at HASOU Fashion Academy.

Jessica Linklater
Portrait of a man with distinctive styling and facial hair, embodying creative confidence and individuality in contemporary fashion culture.

Julian Roberts
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Juliana Sissons
Julinka Misztal, founder and Creative Director of Story Designs, smiles beside her intricate botanical illustration featuring the word 'story' in a banner.

Julinka Misztal
Portrait of a man in profile against a geometric patterned background, embodying creative vision and professional fashion industry expertise.

Kris Haigh
Portrait of a woman with long dark hair wearing a black leather jacket over a grey top, against a white background.

Maria Chen
Michele Manz, fashion educator and mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, smiling in professional headshot crop.

Michele Manz
Two women in white tops smile together against a white wooden backdrop, embodying creative collaboration and mentorship.

Michelle Evatt
Professional portrait of a man wearing glasses and a dark jacket, embodying creative confidence and fashion industry expertise.

Mohsin Sajid
Portrait of Niall Cottrell, a creative fashion professional, wearing a white long-sleeved top against a neutral background.

Niall Cottrell
Omar Mansoor, fashion mentor, poses confidently against a textured stone building facade in professional black attire.

Omar Mansoor
Ren Pearce, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, in a black and white portrait wearing glasses and dark shirt against black background.

Ren Pearce
Seasoned fashion mentor wearing round glasses and crisp white shirt, embodying expertise and approachability in fashion education and creative mentorship.

Richard Gray
Salmena Carvalho, fashion mentor at HASOU Fashion Academy, in professional portrait wearing crisp white shirt against neutral background.

Salmena Carvalho
Professional portrait of a woman wearing a patterned blazer, embodying creative confidence and fashion expertise at HASOU Fashion Academy.

Sandrine Nganga Johnson
Portrait of a smiling woman wearing large tortoiseshell glasses and denim jacket, embodying the approachable mentorship style at HASOU Fashion Academy.

Sarah Brennand
Professional headshot of a woman wearing a crisp white shirt, embodying the polished expertise and mentorship offered by HASOU Fashion Academy's industry-leading fashion courses.

Sonia Robinson-Jones
Sue Chowles, fashion educator and founder of HASOU Fashion Academy, smiling at the camera in professional black attire with pearl jewellery.

Sue Chowles
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Sury Bagenal
Learn about our Mentors

Our Collective Industry Experience

Gain access to invaluable insights, guidance, and wisdom from our esteemed mentors. With vast and diverse industry connections and expertise in fashion education, they are committed to inspiring and empowering individuals to pursue success.

//7 For all Mankind
//AOD
//AQ Market
//Abercrombie & Fitch
//Accademia Costume & Moda
//Alberta Ferretti
//American Eagle Outfitters
//Arc’teryx
//Arts Thread Education Board
//Backyard Experiential
//Banana Republic
//Bebe
//British Fashion Council Foundation | Colleges Council
//Burberry
//Bureaux
//CLO
//CLO Virtual Fashion
//Calvin Klein
//Central Saint Martins
//Centre for Fashion Enterprise
//Chelsea School of the Arts
//Circle Collective
//Coast
//Collette
//Comme des Garcons Trading Museum Japan
//Common Objective
//Converse John Varvatos
//Create Education
//Curated Collective
//Current Elliott
//DKNY
//Debenhams
//Denza International
//Design Council
//Design Museum
//Dover Street Market, London, NY, LA
//Dr Martens
//Emanuel Ungaro
//Escada
//Escada Sport
//Fendi
//Firetrap
//Florere
//For Design Sake
//Future Fashion Factory
//George Cox
//Ghost
//Graduate Fashion Foundation
//Graduate Fashion Week
//HAPPYxNATURE
//Harvey Nichols
//IRTHI Contemporary Craft Council
//Iceberg
//Inside Out
//Jacques Vert
//John Moore Imagined
//John Varvatos
//Karen Millen
//Lane Crawford
//Lasalle College of the Arts
//Le Bon Marche
//Les Deux
//Lisou
//Little Bevan
//London College of Contemporary Arts
//London College of Fashion
//Loomstate
//Louis Vuitton
//Lucky Brand
//Lululemon
//M&S
//Mimco
//Modern Synthesis
//Monsoon Accessorize
//New Look
//Next
//Nike
//Norwich University of the Arts
//Nottingham Trent University
//Oasis
//Oliver Bonas
//Onassis Cultural Centre
//Onassis Foundation
//Open Cell
//Perry Ellis International
//Ralph Lauren
//Ravensbourne University London
//Refinery 29
//Rogan/Loomstate
//Roland Mouret
//Royal College of Art
//Seasalt
//Selfridges
//ShowStudio
//Solomon Page Group
//St John
//Superdry
//Surreal Fashion
//Tahari
//Ted Baker
//The Higher Education Academy
//Theory
//Toronto Fashion Incubator
//University for the Creative Arts
//University of Brighton
//University of Moratuwa
//University of Portsmouth
//University of Surrey
//V&A
//Vera Wang
//Vince
//Warehouse
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  • IRTHI Contemporary Craft Council logo symbolising creative collaboration and heritage craftsmanship expertise.
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  • HASOU Fashion Academy logo representing online fashion courses and mentorship programmes led by Sue Chowles, a fashion educator with over 30 years' experience.
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  • Kingston University London logo, representing academic partnership with HASOU Fashion Academy's online fashion courses and mentorship programmes.
  • University of Portsmouth logo featuring blue and deep purple geometric shapes symbolising academic partnership and fashion education excellence.
  • LICA University for the Creative Arts logo, representing prestigious creative education and fashion industry partnerships.
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  • Perry Ellis logo representing timeless fashion design heritage and inspiration for aspiring fashion creatives
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  • Lucky Brand logo established 1990, symbolising the aspirational fashion education and creative mentorship offered by HASOU Fashion Academy.
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  • Lululemon logo representing a leading fashion brand partnership showcased at HASOU Fashion Academy.
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  • ONASSIS Foundation logo, representing partnership support for HASOU Fashion Academy's online fashion courses and mentorship programmes.
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  • Onassis Cultural Centre logo featuring a geometric design with interconnected circles and triangular shapes in black and grey.
  • Design Council logo in white on red background, representing excellence in creative education and fashion industry standards.
  • University of Moratuwa logo displayed on a terracotta background, representing educational partnership with HASOU Fashion Academy's online courses.
  • Curated Collective logo featuring elegant typography in contrasting black and cream, representing HASOU Fashion Academy's collaborative approach to fashion education.
  • British Fashion Council and Colleges Council Foundation logos, representing industry accreditation and educational partnership for HASOU Fashion Academy.
  • Arts Thread Education Board logo in white text on red background, representing fashion education and creative collaboration.
  • Accademia Costume & Moda Roma 1964 logo featuring stylised fashion illustration, representing heritage fashion education and creative mentorship.
  • Graduate Fashion Week logo in bold white typography on black background, symbolising achievement in fashion education and industry recognition.
  • Graduate Fashion Foundation logo featuring bold white typography on dark background, representing HASOU Fashion Academy's industry-focused creative education.
  • HASOU Fashion Academy online platform interface displaying course modules for aspiring fashion creatives seeking industry-ready training.
  • Penguin Munsingwear logo featuring iconic penguin mascot, representing timeless fashion heritage and quality menswear craftsmanship.
  • GILMAR logo displayed in clean, modern typography on a dark background, representing professional fashion education and industry expertise.
  • HASOU Fashion Academy logo representing online fashion courses and mentorship programmes for aspiring creative professionals.
  • Nottingham Trent University logo
  • University of Brighton logo, symbolising HASOU Fashion Academy's partnership in delivering industry-recognised fashion education and mentorship.
  • Ted Baker logo
  • OASIS logo representing HASOU Fashion Academy's online fashion courses and mentorship programmes for aspiring creative talent.
  • Next logo
  • New look logo
  • M&S logo
  • Firetrap logo representing a bold fashion brand featured in HASOU Fashion Academy's industry-leading online courses.
  • Escada logo representing luxury fashion education and creative mentorship at HASOU Fashion Academy
  • Debenhams logo representing fashion retail partnership with HASOU Fashion Academy's online courses and mentorship programmes.
  • Current/Elliott logo representing collaborative fashion brand partnerships featured in HASOU Fashion Academy's brand collaboration courses.
  • Design for AM Network logo featuring geometric striped hexagon shape on slate blue background with white sans-serif typography
  • Create Education logo
  • HASOU Fashion Academy logo featuring a pink geometric cross symbol with the academy name, representing creative fashion education and mentorship.
  • University of the Arts London logo
  • LASALLE College of the Arts and University of the Arts Singapore logos, representing prestigious fashion education partnerships and creative institutions.
  • George Cox logo established 1906, featuring a castle tower emblem representing heritage footwear craftsmanship and brand legacy.
  • Dr Martins logo
  • Lane Crawford logo
  • Harvey Nichols logo
  • Selfridges logo
  • Nike Logo
  • COAST logo in bold black typography, representing the fashion brand partnership within HASOU Fashion Academy's collaborative courses.
  • Oasis logo representing the fashion brand collaboration opportunities explored in HASOU Fashion Academy's industry-focused online courses.
  • Karen Millen logo
  • Oliver Bonas Logo
  • UAL - London College of Fashion logo
  • Royal College of Art Logo
  • Libery Logo
  • Jacques Vert logo representing timeless fashion elegance and heritage craftsmanship.
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