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An exhibition or presentation by the Graduate Fashion Foundation during the Upstart Festival at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Models are standing on platforms showcasing experimental and unique garments created by graduate fashion designers, backdropped by historical museum artworks and large gilt altar structures.

Upstart Festival

Explore fashion careers through talks, workshops, displays and networking at this festival for young people aged 16–26, run by the V&A and UKFT with support from the Adobe Foundation.

15 November 2026 10:30 - 16:30
In person / Victoria and Albert Museum, Cab Shelter Thurloe Place, London SW7 2RL
Age 16 - 26

Upstart Festival: Careers in Fashion is a day of talks, workshops, displays and networking for young people to explore careers in Fashion. The day's events are aimed at young people between the ages of 16 – 26 but all are welcome. Supported by the Adobe Foundation.

Run by V&A and UKFT

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