Royal High School pupils to feature in Strength in Style fashion show at Bath Abbey
Two CHSW Young Ambassadors from Royal High School, Ella and Flora will take centre stage at this year’s Strength In Style fashion show at Bath Abbey on Wednesday 24 September. They have been helping to promote the event over the Summer and have helped with the rehearsals.
Flora, a Year 13 student, explained, “It has been lovely to get our school textile department involved in this show. Knowing the amount of work that goes into the students’ pieces, it will be really special for my peers to be able to present their garments while learning about these amazing charities.”
Her classmate Ella, also in Year 13, added, “I’ve had the privilege of contributing to the SIS Fashion Show, working closely with a wide range of professionals, from personal stylists to marketing managers to charity fundraisers. This opened my eyes to the breadth of career pathways within the fashion industry and how individual skill sets come together to create magical events like this one. Working with the SIS team has shown me how truly community-driven this event is.”
The inclusion of RHS textiles students follows the success of Hayesfield School’s young designers in last year’s show, whose impactful work inspired organisers to bring both schools together in 2025.
On the night, Bath Abbey will be transformed into a dazzling runway for Strength in Style – a unique charity fashion show celebrating strength, resilience, style and the healing power of community. Models will include cancer patients, survivors, siblings of children with life-limiting conditions, doctors, nurses, carers and pupils from Hayesfield and RHS, each sharing their story through fashion.
The evening will be split into three segments – independent retailers, emerging talent and sustainable style.
Organised in partnership with three local charities – Children’s Hospice South West, Dorothy House and We Get It – the show raises funds to support people affected by cancer and life-limiting illnesses.
Strength in Style is sponsored by Future Fashion Works (FFW), an innovative project based at Bath Spa University. Its enterprise arm, Somer, recently opened on Bartlett Street in Bath, serves as a vibrant retail space and creative hub for fresh fashion ideas.
By buying a ticket, supporters will help fund practical assistance, emotional support, and wellbeing activities for those navigating life-changing health challenges.
Event details
Date: Wednesday 24 September 2025
Time: 6.30pm until late
Venue: Bath Abbey
Tickets: Available now – early booking recommended. Visit www.strengthinstyle.co.uk to book.