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Best of Graduate Fashion Week 2024 Highlights

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The culmination of Graduate Fashion Week 2024 was marked by a memorable Best of GFW catwalk show, a true celebration of student excellence.

GFW showcased numerous talented designers unveiling their collections from Birmingham City University, University of Derby, Liverpool John Moores University, London College Of Design & Fashion Vietnam, Sheffield Hallam University, Nottingham Trent University, Winchester School Of Art, Arts University Bournemouth, Bath Spa University, De Montford University, Manchester Fashion Institute At Manchester Metropolitan University, University For The Creative Arts, University of Central Lancashire, Norwich University Of The Arts, Northumbria University, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge School Of Art, University Of Bedfordshire, Cambridge School Of Performing Arts, Coventry University, Leeds Arts University, University Of Northampton, Solent University & GFW International.

At the prestigious Best of GFW24 show, Alice Daggett of Winchester School of Art was awarded the coveted Gold Award for her stunning final collection. Her work, influenced by her Yorkshire heritage and upbringing, encapsulated timeless elegance and creativity.

The GFW24 Gold International Award winner was presented to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design for his exceptional collection and creative vision, featuring sculpted necklines, suspended shoulders, and impeccable tailoring.

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Official Photos

Five models strut down the runway showcasing diverse outfits by Patrik Platko from Coventry University, captivating the audience on both sides at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 (GFW).
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks the runway wearing a colourful, multi-layered outfit and helmet during Patrik Platko's fashion show at Coventry University, part of Graduate Fashion Week 2024. A screen with Patrik Platko's name is displayed in the background.
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model on a runway wearing a multi-layered outfit featuring a mix of camouflage and patchwork denim patterns.
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model in vibrant, eclectic clothing including a headscarf, cape, and sports jersey walks down the runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024. Other models and a backdrop with text are visible in the background.
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model on a runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing a black vest, a camo face covering, and a colourful skirt with "POLICE" text, set against a blue and white backdrop.
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A person walking on a stage holding a flagpole. They are wearing a colourful, patterned outfit with a jacket and trousers, along with a cap that reads "POLICE" and headphones. A large screen in the background displays Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks on a runway, wearing a multi-layered, avant-garde outfit with a mix of blue, red, and white patterns, and net-like adornments.
//Designer Patrik Platko // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
Seven models wearing layered, avant-garde fashion designs stand on a runway stage. A large screen behind them displays "Elizaveta Lykova, Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts" text.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks down the runway in an avant-garde outfit featuring layers of red and white ruffled fabric, a lace skirt, and a headpiece, presented at Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walking on a runway wearing a black-and-white outfit with a fur hat and a large bow, against a background with other models and a screen displaying text.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
Model wearing a multi-layered dress with black, white, pink, and striped patterns, and a headpiece with white lace face covering, on a catwalk.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks the runway in a layered outfit with a fur-trimmed jacket, a pink-chequered top, and patterned white and beige skirts during Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks the runway wearing an eclectic outfit comprised of a shaggy fur coat, a layered skirt, and a black armoured vest, with a knit headpiece.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks the runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing a layered dress with light blue and white tones, a blue shoulder bag, and a beaded headpiece against a backdrop with abstract designs.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
Model wearing a large, ruffled white and red garment adorned with intricate head jewellery.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of Lily Bull
A person wearing a fluffy headpiece, ribbon collar, and dark clothing sits indoors. Another person behind them is holding a smartphone.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of Lily Bull
A person with long curly hair is dressed in a layered outfit with a headpiece and necklace. They are posing with one hand raised, standing indoors with a wooden backdrop. Another person is in the background.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of Lily Bull
A person wears a detailed outfit with a large fur collar and a lace bonnet whilst another adjusts the bonnet ties.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of Lily Bull
Person wearing a fluffy hat with ear flaps, a white lace collar, a black coat, and matching furry hand accessory, standing against a dark background.
//Designer Elizaveta Lykova // Photograph courtesy of Lily Bull
Six models display fashion designs on a runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024. Designer Alice Daggett's name is displayed on the backdrop. Audience members are seated on both sides of the runway.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
Model walks runway in Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing a beige headwrap, a pleated top with puffy sleeves, a large bow, and a red skirt with a brown abstract design. Audience and other models are visible in the background.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model on a runway wears a patterned blouse, a decorative scarf, loose brown trousers, and black knee-high boots, holding a wooden stick. Another model in a similar outfit is in the background.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks the runway wearing a tan and black striped dress with large, puffy sleeves and a full, gathered skirt. She is also wearing black boots.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model walks the catwalk in a white dress, fur waistcoat, and knitted head covering, carrying a wicker basket. Another model is visible in the background.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
Person wearing a dark heavy coat with voluminous sleeves and an orange headscarf, carrying a furry handbag, walking on a runway with a dark background during Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
A model strides down the catwalk in a floral-patterned outfit complemented by a voluminous cape. She holds a wooden stick in one hand and carries a wicker basket in the other. Her look is completed with a knitted beanie perched on her head and sturdy black boots on her feet.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of @shaunjamescox
Models backstage in various elaborate outfits, including a floral-patterned cloak and a dark blue dress, preparing for Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of Rory James, @roryfrancisjames
A person wearing a knitted orange headscarf and a dark textured garment looks into the camera, whilst another person in similar clothing is blurred in the background.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of Rory James, @roryfrancisjames
Models lined up backstage at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing layered, textured garments with knitted head coverings, preparing for a fashion show.
//Designer Alice Daggett @alice.andthe.label // Photograph courtesy of Rory James, @roryfrancisjames
Five models strut down the runway showcasing diverse outfits by Patrik Platko from Coventry University, captivating the audience on both sides at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 (GFW).
A model walks the runway wearing a colourful, multi-layered outfit and helmet during Patrik Platko's fashion show at Coventry University, part of Graduate Fashion Week 2024. A screen with Patrik Platko's name is displayed in the background.
A model on a runway wearing a multi-layered outfit featuring a mix of camouflage and patchwork denim patterns.
A model in vibrant, eclectic clothing including a headscarf, cape, and sports jersey walks down the runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024. Other models and a backdrop with text are visible in the background.
A model on a runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing a black vest, a camo face covering, and a colourful skirt with "POLICE" text, set against a blue and white backdrop.
A person walking on a stage holding a flagpole. They are wearing a colourful, patterned outfit with a jacket and trousers, along with a cap that reads "POLICE" and headphones. A large screen in the background displays Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
A model walks on a runway, wearing a multi-layered, avant-garde outfit with a mix of blue, red, and white patterns, and net-like adornments.
Seven models wearing layered, avant-garde fashion designs stand on a runway stage. A large screen behind them displays "Elizaveta Lykova, Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts" text.
A model walks down the runway in an avant-garde outfit featuring layers of red and white ruffled fabric, a lace skirt, and a headpiece, presented at Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
A model walking on a runway wearing a black-and-white outfit with a fur hat and a large bow, against a background with other models and a screen displaying text.
Model wearing a multi-layered dress with black, white, pink, and striped patterns, and a headpiece with white lace face covering, on a catwalk.
A model walks the runway in a layered outfit with a fur-trimmed jacket, a pink-chequered top, and patterned white and beige skirts during Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
A model walks the runway wearing an eclectic outfit comprised of a shaggy fur coat, a layered skirt, and a black armoured vest, with a knit headpiece.
A model walks the runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing a layered dress with light blue and white tones, a blue shoulder bag, and a beaded headpiece against a backdrop with abstract designs.
Model wearing a large, ruffled white and red garment adorned with intricate head jewellery.
A person wearing a fluffy headpiece, ribbon collar, and dark clothing sits indoors. Another person behind them is holding a smartphone.
A person with long curly hair is dressed in a layered outfit with a headpiece and necklace. They are posing with one hand raised, standing indoors with a wooden backdrop. Another person is in the background.
A person wears a detailed outfit with a large fur collar and a lace bonnet whilst another adjusts the bonnet ties.
Person wearing a fluffy hat with ear flaps, a white lace collar, a black coat, and matching furry hand accessory, standing against a dark background.
Six models display fashion designs on a runway at Graduate Fashion Week 2024. Designer Alice Daggett's name is displayed on the backdrop. Audience members are seated on both sides of the runway.
Model walks runway in Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing a beige headwrap, a pleated top with puffy sleeves, a large bow, and a red skirt with a brown abstract design. Audience and other models are visible in the background.
A model on a runway wears a patterned blouse, a decorative scarf, loose brown trousers, and black knee-high boots, holding a wooden stick. Another model in a similar outfit is in the background.
A model walks the runway wearing a tan and black striped dress with large, puffy sleeves and a full, gathered skirt. She is also wearing black boots.
A model walks the catwalk in a white dress, fur waistcoat, and knitted head covering, carrying a wicker basket. Another model is visible in the background.
Person wearing a dark heavy coat with voluminous sleeves and an orange headscarf, carrying a furry handbag, walking on a runway with a dark background during Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
A model strides down the catwalk in a floral-patterned outfit complemented by a voluminous cape. She holds a wooden stick in one hand and carries a wicker basket in the other. Her look is completed with a knitted beanie perched on her head and sturdy black boots on her feet.
Models backstage in various elaborate outfits, including a floral-patterned cloak and a dark blue dress, preparing for Graduate Fashion Week 2024.
A person wearing a knitted orange headscarf and a dark textured garment looks into the camera, whilst another person in similar clothing is blurred in the background.
Models lined up backstage at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 wearing layered, textured garments with knitted head coverings, preparing for a fashion show.

Some of the Highlights

Model on runway wearing a brown skirt, beige top with a large bow, and a knitted cap. Others in similar attire in the background. Text overlays with "Gold Prize," "Alice Daggett," and event details.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

Model wearing a floral blouse and brown skirt walks the runway at GFW show. Text overlay highlights the Gold Prize win by Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

A model wearing a striped, voluminous dress walks on a runway. Text: "Gold Prize at Best of GFW24 Show, Alice Daggett, Winchester School of Art. Debenhams.com.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

A model walks the runway in a white dress, fur vest, and black boots, holding a woven bag. The background features a large screen with text and another model, blurred.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

A model in an oversized dark coat and orange headscarf walks on a runway. Text reads "Gold Prize at Best of GFW24 Show" and "Alice Daggett, Winchester School of Art.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

Model in floral outfit and hat, holding a basket and pole, walks runway. Gold Prize at GFW24 Show. Text: Alice Daggett, Winchester School of Art. Debenhams logo in corner.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

Seven models on a runway wearing Victorian-inspired outfits, including capes, long dresses, and bonnets. Text on image mentions Gold Prize, GFW24 Show, Alice Daggett, and Winchester School of Art.

The Winner of the Gold Best of GFW24 was awarded to Alice Daggett from Winchester School of Art

Model walking on a runway, wearing a black outfit with a hood and carrying a small bag. Text on image highlights a "Gold Prize" award at AFWI, with details about the designer's background.

The Winner of the GFW24 Gold International Award was awarded to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design

A model walks the runway in an elaborate black outfit featuring a full-face covering at a fashion show, with a gold prize label in the background.

The Winner of the GFW24 Gold International Award was awarded to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design

Person wearing a long black outfit walks on a runway. Text reads "Gold Prize" and "Peter Shonoda, Savannah College of Art and Design, USA." Fashion event backdrop and branding visible.

The Winner of the GFW24 Gold International Award was awarded to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design

Model in a long, sleeveless black coat walks the runway. The backdrop reads "Gold Prize AFWI" with "Peter Shonoda, Savannah College of Art and Design, USA" below.

The Winner of the GFW24 Gold International Award was awarded to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design

Model in a black dress, walking on a runway with a blue background. Text reads: "GOLD PRIZE AFWI," "Peter Shonoda, Savannah College of Art and Design, USA," and "Debenhams.com.

The Winner of the GFW24 Gold International Award was awarded to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design

A group of people in formal and avant-garde attire stand in front of a blue and black backdrop featuring the name Peter Shonoda and a "Gold Winner" badge.

The Winner of the GFW24 Gold International Award was awarded to Peter Shonoda from Savannah College of Art and Design

A group of seven people standing in front of a screen displaying "Graduate Fashion Week" signs. They are posing for a photo and appear to be at an event or conference.

Graduate Fashion Week 2024 International catwalk judging panel Sue Chowles, Douglas MacLennan, Sarah Brennand, Fabio Piras, Joy Campbell, Emma Calder and Ida Petersson

People seated in a row, some taking notes and others using smartphones, during an event.

Judges Sue Chowles, Sarah Brennand and Fabio Piras evaluating the student collections showcased on the Graduate Fashion Week 2024 catwalk

A group of five people sitting on a bench at a fashion show, dressed in various styles, with a brick wall and black curtain in the background.

Judges Sue Chowles, Sarah Brennand, Douglas MacLennan, Rebekah Roy, Ian McInnes and Leon Maurice on the front row at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 waiting for the catwalk show to begin

Three people sitting in a row at an indoor event, smiling and holding papers. Two women are in printed dresses, and a man is in glasses and a patterned jacket.

Judges Sue Chowles, Sarah Brennand and Douglas MacLennan at Graduate Fashion Week 2024

A group of people sitting in rows at an indoor event, some smiling and some clapping.

Judges Sue Chowles, Sarah Brennand, Douglas MacLennan and Ian McInnes and Leon Maurice on the front row at Graduate Fashion Week 2024

People sit in a row with papers and clipboards, watching a presentation on a large screen in a modern indoor setting.

Sue Chowles judging and evaluating the student collections showcased on the Graduate Fashion Week 2024 catwalk

Two women standing in front of a teal backdrop with "Debenhams" logos, both wearing long dresses and smiling.

Judges Sue Chowles and Sarah Brennand at Graduate Fashion Week 2024, sponsored by Debenhams.com

Four people stand in front of a Debenhams-branded backdrop, posing and smiling for the camera. They are wearing fashionable outfits.

Judges Sue Chowles, Sarah Brennand and Rebekah Roy with Leo Caligan at Graduate Fashion Week 2024 sponsored by Debenhams.com

Three people posing together indoors, two women and a man, dressed in stylish outfits with varied patterns and colors, standing against a white brick wall and black curtain backdrop.

Judges Sue Chowles and Sarah Brennand with Leo Caligan backstage at Graduate Fashion Week 2024

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