Leicestershire based designer Catherine Woodward nearly didn’t make her dream of becoming a designer. “When I became disabled at 19, I thought any career would be out of the question” she says.

Catherine didn’t let her disability stop her carving out a career in fashion as she completed an Open University course in business as well as a diploma in dress making and fashion. “Constant pain and loss of mobility led me to believe I would never be able to work, but determination and support from my husband and carer has encourage me to go for it” the Evening Wear finalist says.

“I want to thank everyone at the MYFDA for giving me a fantastic opportunity to be part of this fabulous event” she added.