University Centre at Blackburn College student Lauren has just completed her BA (Hons) in Contemporary Fashion – a course validated by Lancaster University in which she was able to conduct a placement as part of Emmerdale’s Fashion and Wardrobe team.
The 23-year-old has already shown she has a head for business by starting her own company called ‘Lauren Dwyer’ and is already reaping the rewards.
“My brother works in Dubai as a manager for Mercedes cars and he has been able to help me to set up contacts in Dubai to sell my swimwear,” said the former Hollins Technology student.
I have also had contact with a company in Darwen who are interested in investing in my designs so it is all going really well.
“I’ve been able to gain a substantial amount of investment into my range of swimwear.”
“My designs are centred around print and, although I am concentrating on swimwear at the moment, I would like to go into soft furnishings as well.
“I am aiming for the high end and I would love my designs to appear in Vogue and someone like Kate Middleton to wear them.”
Blackburn College
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