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Parc Fermé Magazine

Ella Cleary

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I'm Ella, an MA Fashion Journalism and Content Creation graduate. My research explored the world of Formula 1, focusing on the unique lifestyle that surrounds the sport, the pivotal role of women in motorsport, and the extraordinary talent that makes racing such a dynamic and captivating discipline.

My passion for F1 goes back to childhood, when I was fascinated by the vibrant helmet designs of the drivers and the sport’s long-standing connection with fashion. This project felt important as a way to highlight the cultural influence of Formula 1 and amplify voices within motorsport that are too often overlooked. I am deeply grateful to all the contributors who shared their insights and to the tutors whose guidance shaped this work.

I'm Ella, an MA Fashion Journalism and Content Creation graduate. My research explored the ...

College London College of Fashion

Course MA Fashion Journalism and Content Creation

Graduation year 2025

In Formula 1, the chequered flag might signal the end of the race, but it’s never the end of the story. Beyond the roar of engines and the scent of burning rubber lies a world where style meets strategy, and precision meets passion. This is the space Parc Fermé was built to explore.

Here, we step away from the stopwatch to look closer at the layers that make F1 the most intoxicating sport on earth. The elegance of the paddock, the chaotic intensity of the pit lane, the innovation hidden inside the chassis. The destinations, the design, the fashion, the mental strength. All the facets that define life at 300 km/h.

The sport is evolving, shaped by voices, talents, and perspectives more diverse than ever before. Women are taking pioneering roles as engineers, strategists, creators, and leaders, bringing fresh ideas and inspiring change. Their impact strengthens the sport for everyone, just as every contributor, regardless of gender, plays a part in the global story of Formula 1. At Parc Fermé, we champion these trailblazers while celebrating the passion, skill, and creativity that unite the motorsport community.

Formula 1 is the apex of high-octane performance. The champagne sprays under floodlights, made only possible by long nights in the wind tunnel. It’s global glamour and fierce competition, sometimes in the very same breath. And we believe there’s no single way to love this sport - whether it’s the engineering brilliance, the cultural spectacle, or simply the magic of race day. In this, our debut issue, we invite you to immerse yourself in the full spectrum of Formula 1. The people, the stories, the unseen moments, all curated with the same precision and passion the sport itself demands.

Welcome to Parc Fermé. Your paddock pass awaits.

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In Formula 1, the chequered flag might signal the end of the race, but it’s never the end of the story. Beyond the roar of engines and the scent of burning rubber lies a world where style meets strategy, and precision meets passion. This is the space Parc Fermé was built to e...

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