London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) is proud to celebrate Fashion student Cristian Orosa, who has been selected to feature in ‘Talent of Tomorrow’ – a new editorial project created by Graduate Fashion Foundation in collaboration with Cold Magazine.
Showcasing 30 emerging designers from institutions across the UK, the editorial highlights the creativity, innovation and individual perspectives shaping the future of fashion. Cristian’s work was chosen as part of this national showcase ahead of Graduate Fashion Week 2026, where featured looks will also be presented on the runway at London’s Truman Brewery from 15-18 June.
Known for championing emerging creative voices, Cold Magazine brings its distinctive editorial perspective to a collaboration that celebrates the next generation of fashion talent before they enter industry.
Cristian’s selection is a fantastic achievement and reflects the ambition, originality and creative development that defines LCCA’s fashion community.
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Graduate Fashion Foundation and Cold Magazine Unveil Talent of Tomorrow Editorial Showcasing 30 Emerging British Designers
London, May 2026
Graduate Fashion Foundation (GFF) has partnered with Cold Magazine on a major editorial shoot celebrating 30 graduate designers ahead of Graduate Fashion Week 2026, taking place 15–18 June at the Truman Brewery, London.
The Talent of Tomorrow spotlights students from 30 universities across the UK, including Leeds Arts, Kingston University, Manchester Metropolitan, Nottingham Trent University, University for the West of England, Northumbria, Coventry, and more, each presenting final looks that will also be shown on the runway during Graduate Fashion Week. The editorial offers a first look at the next generation of British fashion talent, capturing the breadth of vision, craft, and perspective coming out of the country’s leading fashion programmes.
Styling was led by Brandon Bolland, a member of this year’s Graduate Fashion Foundation Fashion Accelerator Programme and the sole cohort representative on the shoot, a reminder that the project’s commitment to emerging talent extends beyond the designers themselves. The shoot was creatively directed by Joel Adebayo and photographed by Wilson Ballarin.
Cold Magazine, known for documenting the intersection of fashion and culture and platforming independent artists and emerging voices, brings its editorial lens to the project. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to amplifying talent before the industry catches up.
Graduate Fashion Week remains the UK’s largest graduate fashion event and the definitive launchpad for new designers. This editorial marks the official curtain-raiser for the 2026 edition.
Designers Featured in Talent of Tomorrow
1. Illia Dudar —Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge School of Art
2. Yolanda Cookson-Sanz —University of Lancashire
3. Jiaqian Shen —Leeds Arts University
4. Nuo Xu — Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton
5. Ella Jennings — University of Staffordshire
6. Isadora Holt-Walkden — University of the West of England Bristol
7. Pippa Bowerman — Bath Spa University
8. Evie Ballamm — Norwich Arts University
9. Poppy Pink — Sheffield Hallam University
10. Ania Buriu — Southampton Solent University
11. Molly Jacob — Arts University Bournemouth
12. Jeffi Rebello — Arts University Bournemouth
13. Shaumyla Hafiz — Coventry University
14. Amy Sheperd-Bowman — Nottingham Trent University
15. Eve Cameron — Leeds Arts University
16. Nawal Ali — De Montfort University
17. Grace Williams — JCA, London Fashion Academy
18. Khadeeja Mafaz Fazmin — Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts
19. Hannah Reid — Gray’s School of Art
20. Aaysha Mehran — Manchester Metropolitan University
21. Lexi Bear — University of Derby
22. Tilly Good — Cardiff School of Art & Design
23. Vlad Tabacaru — UCA Epsom
24. Russell Eaton — Northumbria University
25. Esme Vost — University of the West of England Bristol
26. Amanda Lim — Kingston University
27. Renee Berry — Northbrook College
28. Lily Brown — Heriot-Watt University
29. Cristian Orosa — London College of Contemporary Arts
30. Areej Shaheen — University of Greater Manchester
Credits
Creative Direction — Joel Adebayo
Photography — Wilson Ballarin
Art Direction — Anastasiia Zabuha
Styling — Brandon Bollard
Project direction – Annabel Waterhouse-Biggins
Look curation — Bemi Shaw
Casting — Dum Face Scouting
Make Up — With thanks to the Gunk Pro team, Charlotte Logue, Manvi Kashyap, Libby Alexander, Lucy Parks, Emily Williams, Tanvi Chauhan
Hair by L’Oréal Professionel
With thanks to Propress Steamers
With thanks to the student support team across styling, photography, production and social media,
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About Graduate Fashion Foundation
Graduate Fashion Foundation supports and champions emerging fashion talent through education, events, and industry connection. Graduate Fashion Week is its flagship programme, connecting student designers with the wider fashion industry each year. For 2026, Graduate Fashion Foundation celebrates its 35th anniversary, 35 years of creating opportunities for multidisciplinary fashion talents across the UK and beyond.
About Cold Magazine
Cold Magazine is an independent fashion and culture publication focused on the intersection of fashion, music, and emerging culture. The platform celebrates outsiders and raw talent, shaping what comes next rather than chasing what already is.