Hi, I'm Carina Rose, an independent Scottish designer creating sustainable fashion rooted in Scotland's rich cultural heritage. As a neurodivergent creative, I design through a unique lens, embracing authenticity and proudly celebrating what makes us different.

This year has been incredibly challenging. Following a difficult health recovery, I'm grateful to be here, getting stronger and ready to take the next step in my journey. I've been given the opportunity to showcase my latest collection, "The Selkies Awakening", at London Fashion Week this September.

This collection is deeply personal. It explores themes of loss, resilience, and transformation, inspired by both my own experiences and Scottish folklore. At its heart is a story of reclaiming something that was taken away and transforming it into something powerful, meaningful, and beautiful.

Despite funding my brand entirely on my own and remaining committed to ethical and sustainable practices, the costs of bringing this collection to the runway are significant. After being unable to secure vital funding support, I am now turning to my community for help.

Your donations will help cover:

Runway model fees

Travel and accommodation costs

Production expenses

The talented creative professionals helping bring this vision to life

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps me take Scottish creativity, sustainability, and neurodivergent representation to one of the world's most prestigious fashion stages.

If you're unable to donate, sharing this campaign with your friends, family, and network would mean just as much.

Thank you for believing in independent artists, sustainable fashion, and the power of turning adversity into creativity. Together, we can bring "The Selkies Awakening" to London Fashion Week.

With love,

Carina Rose