In April 2025, London College of Fashion alumna, Nikita Karizma was invited to guest curate a collection of graduates work.
As a British-Indian fashion designer who grew up in London, the theme of Culture and Innovation holds deep personal significance. For me, it speaks to the intersection of cultural heritage and the ever-evolving landscape of innovation. Growing up between two cultures, I’ve witnessed how identities are reshaped through technology, ideas, and cross-cultural exchanges. This theme reflects my own journey, where tradition and progress converge to create something uniquely modern.
In a world where cultural narratives are continuously evolving, the collection explores how innovation reshapes our understanding of tradition. The selected works highlight how creators draw from their cultural roots, yet challenge established norms, blending the old with the new. Each piece offers a fresh perspective, inviting us to rethink the relationship between past and future. Through this curation, we can collectively shape a world that is diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking.
https://ualshowcase.arts.ac.uk/collection/london-college-of-fashion-culture-meets-innovation
Works featured:
Robin Yijie Zhang @robin_zhang16
Tamara Afonso @tamarafonso
Yifan Jiang @elijah_jianggg
Laura Klamova @o_u_ris
Ruoyin Deng @chloedrydry
Abigail Gunning @theboomboomgunn @ladyyygunnn
Lan Vuong @vuog_cila
Xiyue Chen @c_amber_c
Ellie Willis @elliewillis01
You Wu @yoghwrt
Zining Wang @christina_zining
Loriell Grimes @grimes.loriell
Remmy Yin @remy.y1n
Rosie Bullman @design.by.rosie
