The title of Yorkshire Fashion Idol 2008 went to Ryan Heard of Huddersfield with an outfit inspired by Victorian coal miners and the Industrial Revolution. His design featured a trench/bomber-style jacket worn over a granddad-collar shirt, with drape-style shorts which ran into a skinny-leg design. The Judges chose Ryan's winning design as his attention to detail was incredible. He was also very organised with his plans for the future, even down to having a full business plan and the judges were sure that he would become a strong brand name.

Phoebe Woods-Johnston of York, designed an outfit inspired by the White Rose of Yorkshire; with fabric overprinted with the White Rose. The dress was box pleated with an empire line and caught the eye of the judges from the early stages of the competition. Phoebe’s ambition and understanding of fabrics and her commercial acumen secured her place in the final, to ultimately be chosen winner in 2007.

Yorkshire Fashion Idol would not be possible without the support of our sponsors:

Yorkshire Post

http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/

The Yorkshire Post and www.yorkshirepost.co.uk are proud of their continuous association with the Great Yorkshire Show. We continue to cover the news which affects rural communities and to support Yorkshire farmers with campaigns such as ‘Fair Deal’. Watch out for the Yorkshire Post bus and marquee at the 150th show this year and a book published in partnership with Great Yorkshire Show to celebrate 150 glorious years.

Yorkshire Agricultural Society

http://www.greatyorkshireshow.co.uk

The Yorkshire Agricultural Society, organisers of the Great Yorkshire Show, are a charity who support the Countryside and encourage the growth of rural business and industry. Supporting Yorkshire Fashion Idol demonstrates the commitment to rural initiatives and encourages young people to consider career in what was a predominantly Yorkshire industry.

Skipton Building Society

www.skipton.co.uk
At Skipton Building Society, we know every penny matters, whether it's mortgages, savings, investments or insurance. We provide friendly face to face advice and with deals appearing in best buy tables every week you’ll feel at home with the UK’s Best Regional Mortgage Lender.

Textile Centre of Excellence

http://www.textile-training.com

The Textile Centre of Excellence, established in 1976, is an employer led organisation and is the industry leader for training and consultancy in Textiles. TCoE also run the prestigious Design Incubation Centre developing the fashion designers of tomorrow.

Louise Morton Model Agency

The Louise Morton Company has been established for over 50 years. During this period the Agency has built an enviable reputation nationwide for Fashion Show Production and Model Training.

Javan Liam Photography

http://www.javanliam.co.uk

'Javan Liam Photography has been creating evocative and stylish portraits for over thirty years.
Make a portrait something you will remember.'

Yorkshire Fashion Idol Past Winners Gallery.

The inclusion of your design on the catwalk at the Great Yorkshire Show is only the start of the prize!

You’ll be offered a place for up to 12 months in the Incubation Unit at the Textile Centre of Excellence, Huddersfield where your business will be nurtured and developed.

In addition your collection will be modelled by the Louise Morton Model Agency for portfolio of professional photographs by Javan Liam.

Plus you’ll win a cheque to the value of £500, kindly donated by the Skipton Building Society.

This could be the start of your fashion career so, don’t delay; complete your application form today!

NB:  The next Yorkshire Fashion Idol will take place in 2010.