Pringle of Scotland Design Competition Winner

Image: Jemma Louise Page

Jemma Louise Page from the University of Northumbria was the winner of the Pringle Design Competition in association with the BFC’s Colleges Council. Jemma Louise Page received a £1,000 cash prize as well as a paid six month design placement with Pringle, post graduation, giving her the opportunity to work alongside Pringle’s Creative Director, Clare Waight Keller.

Jemma Louise impressed the judges with her research, design ability and understanding of both Pringle of Scotland’s heritage and its positioning as a contemporary, luxury brand. Claire Waight Keller, Creative Director, Pringle of Scotland commented, “Jemma really stood out amongst all the candidates, with her passion, enthusiasm and her body of very beautiful and exciting ideas which captured the spirit of Pringle of Scotland.  I am really looking forward to her joining the team this summer.”

Winner Jemma Louise Page commented "I am thrilled to be the winner of the Pringle Design Competition and I would like to thank the BFC and Pringle of Scotland for this incredible opportunity. The prize will not only help me develop my design knowledge and skills but the hands on experience at the Pringle of Scotland design studio will be an incredible insight into all design aspects of one of the best brands in the industry."

For further information please contact:

Alex Woodfield
British Fashion Council
Tel:  +44 (0) 20 7759 1960
alex.woodfield@britishfashioncouncil.com