Matthew Williamson 10 years in Fashion - 27th March - 21st September This overview presents his most iconic designs and deconstructs the process behind his work, illuminating his distinctive use of pattern, print and colour. Urbis, Manchester

Fashion V Sport - 5th August - 4th January 2009 Fashion V Sport, explores the relationship between contemporary fashion and global sportswear brands. V&A, South Kensington,London.

Design Cities - 5th September - 4th January 2009 Design Cities tells the story of contemporary design through seven key cities at their creative height: London (1851), Vienna (1908), Dessau (1928), Paris (1936), Los Angeles (1949), Milan (1957), Tokyo (1987) and London (2008). Design Museum, Shad Thames, London.

Tim Walker - Pictures - 9th May - 28th September 2008 London based photographer Tim Walker has established himself at the cutting edge of fashion photography. His images capture a sublime moment in time, evoking a sense of epic drama and beauty. Design Museum, Shad Thames, London.

Manchester in Fashion - 2nd October - 5th October 2008 Manchester's own take on Fashion weekend with unique boutique stalls, stands and events and a bunch of bargains to pick up to boot! Urbis, Manchester. visit www.manchesterinfashion.com

Liverpool Biennial International Festival Made Up 20th September - 30th ovember 2008 Established in 1998, Liverpool Biennial is the UK’s largest festival of contemporary visual art, and it contributed significantly to the award of the title European Capital of Culture 2008 to the city of Liverpool. This is the fifth Liverpool Biennial International exhibition. MADE UP will be an exploration of the power of the artistic imagination and will involve galleries from across Liverpool as well as many new commissions in surprising places. Tate Liverpool, Albert Dock, Liverpool.

Always worth a visit for some historical packaging inspiration: The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising. Notting Hill, London. www.museumofbrands.com