Insiders Perspective: From people of colour employed in the UK luxury and fashion industries

'Insiders Perspectives' a collaborative white paper. From people of colour employed in the UK luxury and fashion industries

The Outsiders Perspective have partnered with Fashion Business School, London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London to collect and analyse research, which has formed the basis of this white paper. This report is written and produced by The Outsiders Perspective.

With special thanks to Liz Gee and Hannah Middleton for their ongoing support and academic expertise.

We have met with people of colour working in industry and as we listen to their experiences, it is clear there are silos across all businesses. There is a distinct lack of structured space at industry level in which their voices can be expressed and listened to freely. Where people collectively discuss their challenges without being perceived as challenging. Or where they can discuss difficult topics, without being branded difficult. Where they do not feel like a minority.

We have launched that space through TOP Community. An industry-first gathering of employees from ethnically diverse communities. A positive platform for collective discussion and innovative thinking. A space to build a sense of belonging, to foster connections with peers and where people can help steer our industry to become a more inclusive place for everyone.