New Chairman

Date – 2002

The founder of Alexander James elected as the Chairman of the Federation of Clothing Designers and Executives.

On election Alan stated – that he strongly believes in the retention of a skilled workforce whilst developing the next generation of master craftsmen and women.

The roots of the FCDE were formed in Leeds, in March 1935. In 1938 a London Association was added. Together Leeds, London and the London Club of Clothing Designers met in Leicester to form the Federation of Clothing Designers & Production Managers. The Midlands Association was established in 1962.

The FCDE aims, through our meetings, to provide a forum for Clothing Designers and Executives,
to provide, lectures, technical demonstrations and to discuss style changes and matters of current trade interest.

For more details on the FCDE vist there website at by clicking here