LONDON, Friday, 19th September 2025: JCA Fashion: Entrepreneurship in Design & Brand Innovation
learner Jasmyn Lopuszansky is set to debut Lopuszansky, a brand Presenting during the JCA MA Show
on Friday 19th September, LOPUSZANSKY debut show will showcase the first six looks of the brand as a
cohesive collection.
As an emerging designer and advocate for accessible fashion, Jasmyn Lopuszansky is proud to
announce the development of her latest collection, a body of work deeply informed by the lived
experiences of blind and visually impaired individuals. This innovative and inclusive collection prioritises
accessibility, tactile engagement, and thoughtful design, aiming to redefine how fashion is experienced
and understood by all.
The debut collection, ‘Journey Behind the Eyes’, focuses on wearable style and how garments feel,
function, and communicate.
The Title, “Journey Behind the Eyes” reflects Lopuszansky’s deep commitment to inclusive design and
her intention to create a collection informed by the lived experiences of blind and visually impaired
individuals, ensuring her garments are not designed solely for the sighted.The inspiration behind the
collection is rooted in personal experience, drawn from a close family member living with age-related
macular degeneration. This connection sparked her curiosity about how blind and visually impaired
individuals navigate dressing independently. Her research journey revealed a significant lack of
accessible fashion, motivating her to design a collection that is not only functional and accessible, but
also stylish, empowering, and comfortable.Through first-hand research, one-to-one mentorships, and
interactive focus groups with members of the blind and VI community, Lopuszansky has crafted a concept
that centers the perspective from the ground up.
"Fashion should be more than something you see - it should be something you feel, understand, and
connect with. This collection is about giving that experience to everyone, regardless of sight," says
Lopuszansky.
Over the past year, Lopuszansky has collaborated closely with disability advocates including Amrit, a
campaigner and media spokeswoman, and Lucy Edwards, an award-winning journalist, presenter,
content creator, and disability activist. Both blind, Amrit and Edwards have provided ongoing mentorship,
offering valuable feedback and personal insights that have shaped the development of her collection.
Lopuszansky was also mentored by Caryn Franklin MBE, a renowned British fashion and identity
commentator and visiting professor of diverse selfhood, whose sighted perspective challenged
Lopuszansky to explore ideas and considerations she had not previously thought of. As well as
organizations such as JCA, to create a brand rooted in collaboration, empathy, and innovation.
Each look in the collection draws influence from the silhouettes of 1950s Swedish motorcycle jackets,
particularly evident in the construction of the sleeves and collars. Further detailing and material inspiration
come from 1920s–1927 outerwear, incorporating classic wools and faux furs. The collection’s focus on
autumn/winter wear is reflected in its material choices, suited to colder and wetter conditions.
Functionality is at the core of each design, with magnetic fastenings, including zips and closures, integrated for ease of use and enhanced accessibility.
Look 1: A women’s collared jacket in black cashmere wool, paired with tailored trousers in black leatherette. The jacket features matching leatherette details on the collar and cuffs, highlighting the co-ordinated set.
Look 2: A women’s piped bomber jacket in black denim with chestnut leatherette accents and a magnetic zip, styled with a matching piped mini skirt. Ribbed cuffs and hem complete the look.
Look 3: A men’s cotton shirt in navy with front magnetic closures, paired with tailored trousers in black cotton.
Look 4: A women’s tailored bomber jacket in black leatherette with women’s tailored jorts in navy wool.
Look 5: A men’s black leatherette jacket with a magnetic zip, paired with piped shorts in black denim and leatherette.
Look 6: A women’s fur jacket in burnt orange with a central leatherette magnetic panel, paired with a navy leatherette piped skirt.
Lopuszansky conducted two focus groups to ensure the collection remained grounded in genuine user experience. The first was held at the Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) in Herford, where she met with a colour-blind staff member and his partially sighted wife. They tested materials, evaluated functionality, and provided valuable feedback.
The second focus group took place at JCA | London Fashion Academy in Lopuszansky’s studio, in collaboration with Beyond Sight Loss. Seven blind and visually impaired individuals participated, offering insights into garment functionality, material selections, and overall user experience - further shaping the direction and refinement of the collection.
The collection will be further explored in upcoming focus groups and presented at pop-up events across the UK in late 2025. Marking the next step in Lopuszansky's journey but also signals a broader shift toward authentic inclusion within fashion.
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