TESTIMONIALS ***
"Charlotte is a natural tutor – calm, thoughtful, and consistently able to bring out the best in her students. She’s an inspiring design educator with a wealth of knowledge, guiding students confidently through the entire design process, from concept development to final design packages. Her support for final-year students was exceptional, particularly in helping them present and promote their collections – from refining their portfolios to styling for catwalks and photoshoots. Charlotte is an outstanding designer and tutor, always professional and a genuine pleasure to work with."
Donna Ives - Course Leader BA Fashion Design - University for the Creative Arts - Rochester
TESTIMONIALS ***
"Working with Charlotte over the years has been an absolute pleasure— both professionally and personally. From our early days as a creative duo working for high-end fashion houses, to collaborating in our roles as fashion lecturers at the University for the Creative Arts, Charlotte has consistently brought an incredible energy and creative vision to everything she does. Charlotte has a real gift for nurturing talent and as a highly experienced, hands-on practitioner, loves nothing more than bringing real-life insight and practical knowledge to the classroom to inspire and challenge learners in equal measure."
"Working with Charlotte over the years has been an absolute pleasure— both professionally and personally. From our early days as a creative duo working for high-end fashion houses, to collaborating in our roles as fashion lecturers at the University for the Creative Arts, Charlotte has consistently brought an incredible energy and creative vision to everything she does. Charlotte has a real gift for nurturing talent and as a highly experienced, hands-on practitioner, loves nothing more than bringing real-life insight and practical knowledge to the classroom to inspire and challenge learners in equal measure."
Tim O’Sullivan - Senior Lecturer in Creative Pattern Cuttng - Ravensbourne University, London
Charlotte Kaminska is a London-based designer, consultant, and lecturer with an international career spanning more than 15 years. An alumna of Central Saint Martins and UAL, she has worked across womenswear, eveningwear, lingerie, bridal, and loungewear, with a specialist focus on silhouette, drape, and textile storytelling. Her portfolio includes luxury and contemporary brands such as Jenny Packham, Aimee, Triumph, and Merchant Archive.
Charlotte’s career highlights include a design featured on the cover of Italian Vanity Fair, a piece shot by Patrick Demarchelier for British Vogue, and a work exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum. She also counts a one-to-one meeting with Carine Roitfeld among her most memorable moments in fashion.
Her teaching practice is grounded in real-world industry experience, conceptual artistry, and a commitment to inclusion and craft. At TDCA, Charlotte fosters a space where creativity and precision intersect—supporting students to develop a clear design identity and a resilient, thoughtful approach to fashion.
→ NAME: Charlotte Kaminska
→ CAREER: Designer, Consultant & Academic
→ BRANDS: Jenny Packham, Aimee, Triumph, Merchant Archive (plus other boutique and contemporary labels)
→ INSTITUTES: University for the Creative Arts, UAL – Central Saint Martins, The Masters Institute of Creative Education, Melbourne
Available For
• Womenswear design & collection development
• Draping, silhouette, and fabrication
• Narrative-building & visual storytelling
• Embroidery, finishing & design detailing
• Brand positioning and luxury market insights
Q&A
DEFINE YOUR AESTHETIC:
↳ Deconstructed yet immaculate, where fluid forms slip between genders—blending sensuality with sophistication. Effortless yet intentional.
WHAT UNIQUE QUALITIES DO YOU BRING TO THE FASHION & TEXTILES INDUSTRY?
↳ With over 15 years in luxury fashion and a sharp attention to detail, I’ve developed a strong practice in building conceptual narratives and practical artistry. My strengths include embroidery, draping, and balancing form with function—offering a fresh perspective that fuses craft, culture, and modern
design.
WHAT DRIVES YOU TO TEACH?
↳ I’m passionate about helping students discover their own design voice—beyond trend cycles. My teaching centres on strong creative foundations, guiding students to become confident, independent
designers with a distinct point of view.
WHAT IS YOUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY?
↳ I believe in a supportive yet challenging space—one that encourages refinement, authenticity, and a polished, personal design language. Honing one’s craft and cultivating resilience is as important as creativity itself.
CAREER HIGHS:
↳ Having my work grace the cover of Italian Vanity Fair and appear in British Vogue shot by Patrick Demarchelier. A design exhibited at the V&A remains a proud moment—as does an unforgettable
meeting with Carine Roitfeld.
→ NAME: Charlotte Kaminska
→ CAREER: Designer, Consultant & Academic
→ BRANDS: Jenny Packham, Aimee, Triumph, Merchant Archive (plus other boutique and contemporary labels)
→ INSTITUTES: University for the Creative Arts, UAL – Central Saint Martins, The Masters Institute of Creative Education, Melbourne
Charlotte Kaminska is a London-based designer, consultant, and lecturer with an international career spanning more than 15 years. An alumna of Central Saint Martins and UAL, she has worked across womenswear, eveningwear, lingerie, bridal, and loungewear, with a specialist focus on silhouette, drape, and textile storytelling. Her portfolio includes luxury and contemporary brands such as Jenny Packham, Aimee, Triumph, and Merchant Archive.
Charlotte’s career highlights include a design featured on the cover of Italian Vanity Fair, a piece shot by Patrick Demarchelier for British Vogue, and a work exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum. She also counts a one-to-one meeting with Carine Roitfeld among her most memorable moments in fashion.
Her teaching practice is grounded in real-world industry experience, conceptual artistry, and a commitment to inclusion and craft. At TDCA, Charlotte fosters a space where creativity and precision intersect—supporting students to develop a clear design identity and a resilient, thoughtful approach to fashion.
DEFINE YOUR AESTHETIC:
↳ Deconstructed yet immaculate, where fluid forms slip between genders—blending sensuality with
sophistication. Effortless yet intentional.
WHAT UNIQUE QUALITIES DO YOU BRING TO THE FASHION & TEXTILES INDUSTRY?
↳ With over 15 years in luxury fashion and a sharp attention to detail, I’ve developed a strong practice in building conceptual narratives and practical artistry. My strengths include embroidery, draping, and balancing form with function—offering a fresh perspective that fuses craft, culture, and modern
design.
WHAT DRIVES YOU TO TEACH?
↳ I’m passionate about helping students discover their own design voice—beyond trend cycles. My teaching centres on strong creative foundations, guiding students to become confident, independent designers with a distinct point of view.
WHAT IS YOUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY?
↳ I believe in a supportive yet challenging space—one that encourages refinement, authenticity, and a polished, personal design language. Honing one’s craft and cultivating resilience is as important as creativity itself.
CAREER HIGHS:
↳ Having my work grace the cover of Italian Vanity Fair and appear in British Vogue shot by Patrick Demarchelier. A design exhibited at the V&A remains a proud moment—as does an unforgettable
meeting with Carine Roitfeld.
Q&A
AVAILABLE FOR:
• Womenswear design & collection development
• Draping, silhouette, and fabrication
• Narrative-building & visual storytelling
• Embroidery, finishing & design detailing
• Brand positioning and luxury market insights
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TESTIMONIALS ***
"Charlotte is a natural tutor – calm, thoughtful, and consistently able to bring out the best in her students. She’s an inspiring design educator with a wealth of knowledge, guiding students confidently through the entire design process, from concept development to final design packages. Her support for final-year students was exceptional, particularly in helping them present and promote their collections – from refining their portfolios to styling for catwalks and photoshoots. Charlotte is an outstanding designer and tutor, always professional and a genuine pleasure to work with."
Donna Ives - Course Leader BA Fashion Design - University for the Creative Arts - Rochester
TESTIMONIALS ***
"Working with Charlotte over the years has been an absolute pleasure— both professionally and personally. From our early days as a creative duo working for high-end fashion houses, to collaborating in our roles as fashion lecturers at the University for the Creative Arts, Charlotte has consistently brought an incredible energy and creative vision to everything she does. Charlotte has a real gift for nurturing talent and as a highly experienced, hands-on practitioner, loves nothing more than bringing real-life insight and practical knowledge to the classroom to inspire and challenge learners in equal measure."
Tim O’Sullivan - Senior Lecturer in Creative Pattern Cuttng - Ravensbourne University, London
