A GLASGOW fashion designer whose fans include Justin Bieber and Judy Murray is backing a city campaign to help young people receiving their exam results on Tuesday.

Siobhan Mackenzie, who also created outfits for Team Scotland’s 2022 Commonwealth Games squad, is supporting Glasgow Kelvin College’s first ever National Opportunity Day.

Glasgow Times: Siobhan Mackenzie is a former student of the collegeSiobhan Mackenzie is a former student of the college (Image: Glasgow Kelvin College)

The event, on Wednesday, August 9, aims to show what’s possible during the clearing process and celebrate what the college has to offer.

Siobhan, a former student at the college, has gained international recognition for her work since graduating in fashion design and production.

Justin Bieber wore one of her kilts on stage in Glasgow in 2016.

Glasgow Times: Noma, Gary and Siobhan at Glasgow Kelvin CollegeNoma, Gary and Siobhan at Glasgow Kelvin College (Image: Glasgow Kelvin College)

She said: “College opens up a world of opportunity and my memories of studying at Glasgow Kelvin College are extremely fond.  

“I moved four hours from home aged 17 but I had no reason to be nervous. From the moment I walked into the college it instantly felt like home and the fashion department a family.

 “I was so incredibly lucky to have such nurturing lecturers who went above and beyond for mine and my fellow students' education.”

Glasgow Times: Justin BieberJustin Bieber (Image: Carsten Windhorst / FRPAP.com)

She added: “My skill set, learnt in college, has crucially prepared me for industry and has given me the knowledge needed to forge a career in my field. It was hard work but I’d do it all again in a heartbeat.

“I’m very proud to have gone to Glasgow Kelvin College and I hope this will open people’s eyes to the possibilities available at the college.”

Students across Scotland will receive their results on Tuesday, August 8, with the clearing process beginning that day.

Gary Sharp, student support services manager, said: “Results day is clearly an important day for many, but it’s not the end of the road.

“Regardless of whether you’ve just received your exam results, or if you’re ten years into your career, there are a wide variety of different trades, industries, and professions available.

“We are passionate about supporting students to make non-traditional choices, such as the excellent career opportunities for women in STEM, and men entering childcare, caring and nursing professions.”

Also involved is Noma Dube, a student who is currently employed by Glasgow Kelvin College and was a former Student President while she studied Applied Science at the college last year.

Glasgow Kelvin College’s Open Day is happening on the same day as National Opportunity Day. The college’s advice and guidance teams will be on hand to help guide visitors  through the wide range of subjects and levels available.