“I’ve always been interested in fashion since I was very young, and love making clothes for and dressing up my dolls.”

“I like Pierre Cardin’s avant-garde designs and Giorgio Armani’s relaxed yet luxurious garments – and the timeless quality of them all.”

“My cousins and I would play make-believe fashion designers when we were young. Now, I’m more interested in art direction.”

“I’ve aspired to be a fashion photographer since I was 16. It’s been the only thing I can think about.”

“I really love the idea of dressing against fashion norms and standards.”

“Fashion is the visual marker of our times and I want to hone the craft of using it as a tool for storytelling.”

“My dream is to own a brand or business in the fashion industry.”

“My style is a mix of muted classics, chic streetwear and a touch of Y2K influence.”

“Maria Grazia Chiuri is my favourite designer.”

“Being in this industry offers the opportunity to meet different people in the world, share our amazing ideas and do something with it.”

“I’ve always wanted to create and express my creativity through visuals.”

“My aspiration is to step out of my comfort zone and push limits.”

“My favourite brands? Iris van Herpen – and Versace.”

“The clothes I like take inspiration from the many things that I love: anime, athletics, human marble sculptures, dark colours and steel.

“Growing up plus-sized, I’ve always turned to fashion as a source of confidence – a good outfit can elevate one’s self-esteem completely.”

“I’ve always been fascinated by what goes on behind the scenes at fashion shows and magazines. My dream is to become a part of that creative team.”

“I want to create beautiful designs that make a difference.”

“As a gamer, I hope to see the futuristic clothes worn by avatars in games translate into real life.”

“I hope to become a fashion stylist or personal shopper.”

“My interest in Japanese fashion led me to want to know more about the industry and develop my skills and knowledge in every aspect of the field.”

“The pandemic has created the chance for – or forced – the fashion industry to think about new business models and ways to showcase works that could be better than the ones before.”

“I’ve always been interested in fashion marketing and decided to pursue it after realising that engineering was not for me.”

“Haute couture interests me the most.”

“I’m influenced by street style, drag culture and androgyny though what I wear usually depends on my mood for that day.”

“My main reason for entering fashion school is fuelled by my love for clothes and the hope of making fashion more inclusive for women who wear the hijab.”

“My favourite designer is Evan Hirsch.”

“I’m a creative person and fashion is just an extension of that.”

“My personal fashion aspiration is to start my own brand – nothing big; just a nice, niche little brand.”

“I hope fashion moves towards an even more sustainable, environmentally friendly and inclusive direction.”

This article first appeared in the April 2022 Humans Of Fashion edition of FEMALE