Strathallan student stitches her way to success

Posted: 10th July 2023

A Strathallan School pupil from Ukraine has been accepted to an elite London Fashion School after designing breath-taking garments for A-Level Art.

Khrystyna Borysova has sewn herself a spot at the renowned Istituto Marangoni, less than a year after she first picked up a needle and thread.

With offers pouring in from seven renowned fashion schools around the world, Khrystyna said she was over the moon to secure a place in London.

“I am incredibly proud to have been accepted into Istituto Marangoni. It’s a dream come true for me,” said the 17-year-old fashionista.

“Fashion has always been my passion, and being able to pursue my studies at such a prestigious institution is a tremendous opportunity. I want to continue creating art and I hope to make my family proud.”

A Sixth Form student at Strathallan, Khrystyna discovered her love for fashion at a young age, having helped her fashion-savvy mother in running a clothing store in Ukraine when she was growing up. However, it was her experience in Perthshire that provided the perfect platform to unleash her creativity and captivate art schools with her talent.

Under the guidance and support of Strathallan’s award-winning Art department, Khrystyna dedicated herself to honing her new craft and push the boundaries with her eye-catching designs.

Mr Glancy, Head of Art at Strathallan, said, “We are incredibly proud of Khrystyna and her exceptional talent. Her passion for fashion is evident in every stitch, and her unique designs are a testament to her creative vision and hard work. Khrystyna has left a huge impression on our art department and her story will no doubt inspire fellow students to explore their own artistic talents. We wish her all the best as she embarks on this exciting journey.”

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