Five MCAST students showcase designs at Malta Fashion Week
Education minister hails commitment to promote talent outside the classroom
Five MCAST students were among big name designers showcasing their work at Malta Fashion Week in Valletta.
Meeting the students ahead of the presentation of their final collections, Education Minister Byron Camilleri pointed out how MCAST is taking education beyond the classroom, preparing students for the world of work.
“These young people are showcasing the talent, creativity and skills they have acquired throughout their course on a professional platform while taking their first steps in their careers,” Camilleri said.
He also praised MCAST and Malta Fashion Week for their commitment in creating opportunities for students to showcase their work before professionals, industry representatives, the media and the public.
He stressed that these experiences are crucial for students to gain not only technical skills but also the confidence and practical experience needed to enter the workforce.
One day of the Malta Fashion Week is dedicated to graduating students from MCAST’s Fashion Design course.
This year, the five students – Gillian Grech, Matthias Psaila, Selena Mallia, Mikaela Vella and Maria Pia Falzon – presented collections reflecting their creativity, technical skills and artistic identity.
Tailor and designer Isaac Fenech, who graduated from MCAST two years ago and is participating in Malta Fashion Week, said the education he received at MCAST, together with the opportunities offered by Malta Fashion Week, helped him develop his skills and fulfil his dream of building a professional career in the fashion industry.