India, Sept. 21 -- Birmingham City University (BCU) has demonstrated that creativity does not stop at the M25 by drawing a crowd of key fashion industry insiders, including representatives from Vogue and Elle, for their landmark showcase at this year's London Fashion Week.

Ten designers - a mix of current students and recent graduates - were in the capital to show off their amazing collections on day one of the global fashion festival.

Designs varied from statement clothes and bags made of leather offcuts, to size inclusive couture fashion, and biomaterial statement pieces.

"Showcasing at this year's London Fashion Week is a powerful reminder that creative excellence doesn't begin and end in London," said Lee Lapthorne, Interim Head of F...