Burberry partners with Leeds Beckett University on circularity challenge

Burberry partners with Leeds Beckett University Credits: Burberry British heritage brand has formalised its partnership with Leeds Beckett University in Yorkshire and its BA (Hons) Fashion Design course, as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting emerging fashion talent. The move follows the success of a pilot programme launched in 2024 and offers further opportunities for students to gain industry insight and “develop the skills needed to thrive in the creative sector,” while also reflecting Burberry’s longstanding presence in the Yorkshire region, including its Leeds office and manufacturing sites in Castleford and Keighley. Alexandra McCauley, chief people officer at Burberry, said in a statement: “Yorkshire has long been an important part of Burberry’s story, and we are proud to support the next generation of creative talent in the region. “Through our partnership with Leeds Beckett University, we are creating opportunities for emerging designers to develop their skills, gain industry experience and build meaningful connections with the luxury fashion industry. By investing in local talent today, we are helping to strengthen the future of British craftsmanship, manufacturing and creativity for years to come.” As part of Leeds Beckett University’s flagship tailoring project, Burberry challenged second-year students with a live industry brief called ‘Reinventing the Trench: A Study in Craft and Form’ and tasked them with redesigning and constructing the Burberry trench coat using surplus gabardine, the fabric invented by Thomas Burberry in 1879. The Judges’ Choice Award was given to second-year student Juliet Skaife Credits: Burberry In February, the students presented…

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