A UNIVERSITY of Chester student who was nominated for Emerging British Womenswear Designer at Northern Fashion Week last year will bring her new collection to Chester Cathedral this May.

Alexandra Novacki will present her haute couture collection, Furious Creatures, at the Chapter House on Friday, May 26. The fashion event will also feature live music.

Alexandra is reaching the end of her degree studies at the University of Chester and preparing to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design, although her work has already been recognised by the industry.

She has designed and crafted looks for the Cannes Film Festival as well as worked with celebrities including James Martin to create one-off garments. Her work has been displayed on Bond Street and featured in publications including Swanky Magazine.

Chester and District Standard: Alexandra at work.Alexandra at work. (Image: University of Chester)

Alexandra said: "The brand draws inspiration from Parisian haute couture of the 1940s alongside traditional Saville Row tailoring.

"Sharp tailoring, structured shapes and sensuous fabrics are combined to create powerful silhouettes that evoke a response."

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On creating and unveiling her collection, she added: "t's been a surreal few years settling into the industry and seeing such a great response to my work. I feel beyond proud to be bringing my degree to a close with my debut collection and show, and look forward to the public's response to my latest work as well as what comes next.

"I've received huge support behind the scenes from the University to craft this collection and a special thanks also goes to Crichton Bespoke Tailors for their support."

The runway show will start at 7pm and tickets are available to purchase through Alexandra's official Instagram page and Eventbrite.

Further information about previous collections, show details and more is available at: https://alexandranovacki.com.