I'm a multidisciplinary senior designer with 17+ years’ experience across fashion, graphic design, and commercial creative projects. I work end-to-end—from concept and design through to photography, styling, and creative direction—maintaining full authorship across every stage. My practice blends traditional design thinking with in-house AI systems to create realistic, considered, and commercially grounded outcomes. Background includes senior roles within global fashion houses and founding an independent brand.

FREDERICK EDMONDSON

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I'm a multidisciplinary senior designer with 17+ years’ experience across fashion, graphic design, and commercial creative projects. I work end-to-end—from concept and design through to photography, styling, and creative direction—maintaining full authorship across every stage. My practice blends traditional design thinking with in-house AI systems to create realistic, considered, and commercially grounded outcomes. Background includes senior roles within global fashion houses and founding an independent brand.

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I’m a multidisciplinary senior designer with 17+ years’ experience across fashion, graphic design, and commercial creative projects.
I work end-to-end—from concept and design through to photography, styling, and creative direction—maintaining full authorship across every stage. My practice blends traditional design thinking with in-house AI systems to create realistic, considered, and commercially grounded outcomes. Background includes senior roles within global fashion houses and founding an independent brand.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Fashion Designer at LYPH Apparel
August 11, 2017 - January 15, 2026
LYPH is a British clothing brand driven by intelligent design, sustainability, and contemporary culture. The brand draws inspiration from modern subcultures and postmodernist aesthetics, creating a distinct visual identity that resonates globally. I looked after all aspects of the brand, from concept development to final production. Key responsibilities include: - Leading the creative direction, from initial research and mood board development to CAD design and product realization. - Managing global sales and distribution, showcasing collections twice a year in Paris and Japan. - Establishing and maintaining relationships with international buyers and showrooms. - Overseeing branding, photography, styling, marketing, and digital content creation to ensure a cohesive brand narrative. - Sourcing new factories and manufacturing partners to maintain quality and expand production capabilities. - Securing grant funding to support brand growth and sustainable innovation. - Managing a multidisciplinary team, including an in-house design team, sales management, and two global distribution centers. Under my leadership, LYPH has gained recognition in top-tier fashion spaces, with collections sold in leading retailers worldwide.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Sandwich (Grade 1) at University of Central Lancashire
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
Leader in Residence (FRED) at University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)
January 1, 2017 - January 29, 2026
BTEC Diploma, Foundation Studies in Art and Design at Lancaster & Morecambe College, Lancashire
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

BFC / GQ Prize Shortlist 2022 (LYPH & FREDERICK EDMONDSON)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
BFC NewGen Designer 2018 (LYPH Brand)
January 1, 2018 - January 30, 2026
ASOS New Designer of the Year 2018 Award Winner (FRED)
January 1, 2018 - January 30, 2026
H&M Designer Prize Winner 2019 (FRED)
January 1, 2019 - January 30, 2026
Lux Magazine Sustainable Brand of the Year 2023 (LYPH)
January 1, 2023 - January 30, 2026
Winner of the North West Best Sustainable Micro Business 2023 (BOTH)
January 1, 2023 - January 30, 2026
Leader in Residence (FRED) – University of Central Lancashire
January 1, 2017 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods