Upstart at V&A South Kensington - Careers in Fashion

Join Upstart Festival at V&A South Kensington as we explore careers in fashion.

+44 (0)20 7942 2000
  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road
    London, SW7 2RL
  • Learning Centre

  • Under 26

  • Free event

A free festival for young people exploring careers in fashion.

Join Upstart at V&A South Kensington for:


  • drop-in workshops to try out natural, sustainable, and regenerative processes to add to your creative practice

  • sessions exploring the range of careers in fashion and the skills required

  • exclusive talks from designers and fashion professionals offering on advice for you to sustain a happy and healthy creative career

  • an explorational of models for sustainable business as an individual and in the wider fashion industry

  • moments to expand your network and connect with likeminded creatives looking to make change in the world of fashion

  • pointers to a range of next steps, for whatever stage you're at on your journey

All events are free and aimed at 14-26 year olds.

The V&A Young People’s Programme is supported by the Daniel Howard Foundation.