Leah Meldon

I am a First Class Honours Fashion Design Graduate from Nottingham Trent University. I have a strong eye for detail as well as a refined set of skills regarding this area. I have an excellent understanding of pattern and garment construction, along with extensive knowledge regarding colour theory and fabrications.

Working with brands for various projects has given me insight into the industry, this fast-paced environment causing me to be forward thinking, organised and thus produce quality work quickly and efficiently. I possess excellent communication skills; I have worked with close knit brands and communicated with manufacturers as well as my course mates and tutors as part of my course rep and cert mentor duties.

In December 2023 I won the Wallis competition with my A/W 2024 collection I designed for them. I worked alongside this brand to analyse trends, create CADs and tech packs for manufacturers, choose and source fabrics and chase and examine samples. My work has been recognised through multiple awards, being runner up for Nottingham's Young Creative Award 2023, and was chosen to be showcased at Graduate Fashion Week 2023 and on the British Fashion Council website.

I am a confident, determined, self-motivated individual looking to secure a position in the Fashion Industry that challenges me, where I can utilise my refined skills in a creative workspace.

On-going FMP project

• Pattern cut, tailored and manufactured two outfits, fitting on the stand and live models throughout
• Designed and perfected garments demonstrating my strong eye for detail
• Sourced fabrics within budget whilst still encapsulating mood of my concept

Wallis Womenswear Designer

• Worked with a set brief and designed an A/W collection for the brand Wallis
• Clearly communicated my research and designs to all members of the fashion team
• Worked with the team to finalise designs, source fabrics, and style looks ready to be sold in stores as part of their A/W 2023 collection
• Worked well under pressure, met deadlines and developed greater knowledge of the industry

NTU Fashion Showcase dresser

• Excelled at working in a fast-paced, high pressured environment

Live Brief for All-Saints

• Worked closely with a team of six to produce a menswear collection in relation to the proposed brief
• Created samples and toiles, fitting on the stand throughout

NTU Course Rep

• Worked as part of a team to improve the course, communicating with students and teachers
• Required good time management and organisation skills to balance the demands of this role with my university work

NTU Cert Mentor

• Supported first year students throughout the academic year
• Required excellent communications skills along with intuition

Nottingham Trent University

BA (Hons) Fashion Design

2020-2023

Received a First Class Honours