Kevin Almond

Dr. Kevin Almond is an Associate Professor in the School of Design at the University of Leeds. His research focuses on fashion's sociocultural dimensions, including creative pattern cutting, fashion dichotomies, and sculptural thinking. He leads the Textiles and Fashion Research Group and explores topics such as UK societal changes reflected in fashion, bespoke tailoring heritage, and fashion's role in club culture.

Research Projects:

• Frederic Forster's Mourning Warehouse study (Leeds, 1849-1923)

Qualifications: PhD, MDes (RCA), BA (Hons), PG Cert (FHEA).

Professional Memberships:

• Member, Steering Committee of Association of Fashion and Textile Courses
• Former Trustee (2013-2016), Costume Society
• Advisory Board Member, Journal of Dress History

He advocates for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of fashion, culture, and society, with a focus on historical and contemporary industry practices.