Instructor
Denise Brown
Learn How to Become a Fashion Stylist
About me
Denise Brown is a multi-talented industry professional. A Fashion Stylist, Teacher and Mentor, she is known for her distinctive style and vivacious personality. She inspires people of all ages and abilities through her powerful and lively spirit. Based in the UK, Denise’s passion isn’t only to create unique looks but a desire to inspire and ultimately leave a lasting impression on everyone she meets.
Denise has always been enamoured with fashion, but her love for clothing was confirmed at the tender age of 11 when she picked up a needle and thread for the very first time to hand sew her own outfit. Since that moment the desire to create has never left her. A single mother starting from scratch, she was quickly catapulted into the world of fashion, climbing her way up the career ladder, impressing beyond expectation at every stage. Always one to make a strong impact on those around her with her bubbly disposition and indisputable passion for fashion, she had found her true calling.
A womenswear graduate from the world-renowned London College of Fashion, her vibrant personality and style have paved the way for a successful career filled with accomplishments. Over her career she has curated a high-profile list of clients, dressing over 30 celebrities including some of the biggest names in pop culture; including Rihanna, Ed Sheeran, Ashley Walters and Tinie Tempah. Denise’s international clientele includes global giants MTV, GMTV, Nickelodeon and Polaroid. Additionally, she has styled campaigns for Bench, New Era and Wale Adeyemi to name a few. Her work has also been featured in over 30 publications including Fault, Volt Café, Time Out, F Young, Fazhiblack, HUF, Style Noir, and many more. Denise’s powerful sense of creativity and her continuous, driving ambition also caught the attention of several music magazine’s including Touch, RWD and Flavour, where she reigned as the Fashion Editor.
As a highly praised guest speaker and teacher, Denise also runs her own “Introduction to Styling’ events where she advises on a range of topics, including; becoming and being a successful stylist and delivering informative seminars about the fashion business. She has shared her knowledge at several universities such as Solent University, London Metropolitan and Kings College. She has also spoken at events such as Inspirational U, Swap in the City and given advice at LCF Careers services. Her reach also extends into the realm of TV and radio where she has featured on BBC Arts 'Fierce Women ' documentary on supermodel and fashion ion Naomi Campbell. EVE Show, Ben TV, “Whats Up UK” broadcasted on SKY, and had interviews on BBC Radio with Judy Love.
Realising her positive and inspiring attitude could help others, Denise decided to share her knowledge through teaching and mentoring. To date, she has taught and worked with over 500 young people, running local workshops teaching fashion design and styling. Through these, she aims to inspire and encourage young people to tap into and explore their creativity. Denise has showcased her desire to give back to her community by helping and mentoring a diverse range of people. She has done this by working in a semi-independent unit with a group of young people ranging from 16-18 years old, all in the care system. Her previous clients have included The Prince’s Trust, Ealing Council, Brent, Lambeth, Hackney College and other schools within London.
With a fierce knowledge of the fashion industry, and indisputable passion for fashion and an ever-growing record of clientele, Denise isn’t stopping anytime soon.