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Leonora Forrester

Fulham,City of London

Summary

Accomplished and hardworking college student, pursuing fashion and eager to apply knowledge and gain practical experience. Experienced working in team environments. Reputation for hard work, punctuality and willingness to learn new things. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Independent fashion design project

home
Fulham, Hammersmith and Fulham
07.2024 - 09.2025
  • Completed an intensive 2-month fashion design project in preparation for college admission.
  • Designed and produced original garments, sketches, and concept boards.
  • Developed skills in illustrating, pattern-making, fabric selection and sewing.
  • Built a portfolio showcasing a cohesive collection of designs.
  • Quickly learned skill development, commitment, and gained even more of a passion for this field.
  • Managed time and workflow independently under a self-imposed deadline, simulating a real life design cycle.
  • Developed critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and visual storytelling through continuous design iteration.
  • Received extremely positive feedback from college and used the work to successfully gain entry to the fashion course.

Model

Storm models
London
02.2021 - 02.2025
  • I represented many brands by walking the runway in numerous fashion shows.
  • Navigated diverse wardrobe changes quickly and efficiently.
  • I developed excellent listening skills from this career.
  • Acted professionally in video campaigns, embodying collection mood and feel.
  • I additionally developed strong time management skills due to needing to arrive to studios and set locations ahead of time and having to be prepared for shoots.
  • Maintained professionalism during long, demanding shoots.
  • Created good relationships with photographers, designers, and teams behind the scenes.
  • Handled intense pressure whilst maintaining focus during international fashion weeks.
  • Demonstrated versatility in modelling a variety of styles from casual wear to couture gowns for diverse audiences.
  • I developed excellent teamwork skills.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Fashion

Morley college
City of London
10.2024 - 05.2025

GCSEs - Art and design, english, science (etc.)

Lady margaret school
London
05.2023 - 06.2023

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Resourcefulness
  • Multilingual
  • Strong empathy
  • Cash handling
  • Effective listening
  • Positive attitude

Timeline

Certificate of Higher Education - Fashion

Morley college
10.2024 - 05.2025

Independent fashion design project

home
07.2024 - 09.2025

GCSEs - Art and design, english, science (etc.)

Lady margaret school
05.2023 - 06.2023

Model

Storm models
02.2021 - 02.2025
Leonora Forrester