Rebecca Neary

Rebecca Neary is a Lecturer in Fashion Design & Technology at the Manchester Fashion Institute, part of Manchester Metropolitan University. She holds a degree from the Royal College of Art (2012) and has 5+ years of industry experience with brands like Abercrombie & Fitch and Umbro. Her work has been featured in Vogue and Dazed & Confused. She co-founded the National Saturday Club with the Sorrell Foundation and British Fashion Council, offering free fashion education for teenagers. Her research focuses on sustainable practices, ecological collaboration, and exploring the natural world through visual art.

Education:

• Royal College of Art, London (2012)

Research Interests:

• Sustainable design methodologies
• Environmental responsibility in fashion
• Cyclic practices and community engagement
• Visual art integration with natural themes

Office Location: Room C2.29, Cavendish South, Manchester Fashion Institute.