Who?
Sarika Pancholi
The collection: Brave and bold use of colour and texture inspired by Sarika's Indian heritage, and traditional British knitwear techniques.
Zandra Rhodes says... 'Sarika combines intricate embroidery and elaborate knits beautifully and has really exploited her college facilities.'
Who?
Laura Jane Bailey
The collection: Anatomical comparisons are evident throughout, while a second great influence is Guillermo del Toro's film Pan's Labyrinth.
Todd Lynn says... 'Laura Jane is my top tip among this year's crop of new graduates. Her use of pleats and lacing gives the collection a bondage feel and I love her use of contrasting fabrics and textures.'
Who?
Felix Chabluk Smith
The collection Victorian tailoring manuals have been fragmented and manipulated, resulting in exciting modern designs with their own traceable lineage.
Orla Kiely says... 'Felix's drawings are beautifully simple and the collection is based on a really strong concept.'
Who?
Gemma Darby
The collection: Pipework, light bulbs and daily drudgery have been used to inspire a hugely original collection incorporating original prints.
Betty Jackson says... 'Gemma Darby is one of the most intriguing of this year's graduates. She turns the ordinary into the extraordinary — a feat for any designer.'
Who?
Rory Longdon
The collection: A futuristic warrior woman is the far-out vision behind a surprisingly wearable and luxurious knitwear collection.
Emma Hill, Mulberry's creative director, says... 'When it comes to knitwear, Rory is a real star of the future. His collection is gorgeous, his technical ability is adept and I like his use of pleats and woven embellishments.'
Graduate Fashion Week runs 5-8 June at Earls Court 2.
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