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The ModEurop AW27/28 ColourCard: A guide for emerging designers

ModEurop has released its Autumn/Winter 2027/28 ColourCard, highlighting emerging design directions shaped by cultural, social and geopolitical influences. The forecast was developed during a collaborative meeting of industry professionals in Germany and is intended to guide footwear and accessories designers in upcoming seasons. The outlook...

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VCC Fashion design students present culturally inspired collections

Students from Vancouver Community College are set to showcase collections inspired by diverse cultural backgrounds and sustainability themes at Vancouver Fashion Week, highlighting the intersection of global influences and local creativity. Twelve fashion students from the college’s Fashion Design & Production Diploma will present original...

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Dutch Design Week 2026: Showcasing emerging talent

The call for entries for Dutch Design Week 2026 is now open, inviting designers, cultural institutions, brands and entrepreneurs to submit projects for the upcoming edition, which takes place from 17 to 25 October in Eindhoven. Applications are open until 16 June, with organisers encouraging submissions that reflect the full spectrum of the...

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Entries open for 2026 Fashion SVP Designer of the Year Award

Final-year fashion students across the UK and Europe are invited to apply for the 2026 Fashion SVP Designer of the Year Award, with submissions now officially open. The competition offers emerging designers the opportunity to present their work live at FASHION SVP, taking place on 28–29 April 2026 at Olympia London. Open to undergraduate and MA...

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Kent State School of Fashion students contribute designs for "Fashion & Feather" exhibition

Kent State University Museum and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History have partnered with the Kent State School of Fashion to present “Fashion & Feather,” a cross-disciplinary exhibition exploring the cultural, scientific and design significance of feathers. The exhibition opens on Earth Day and runs from April 22 to October 16 at the...

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Slim’s Fashion and Arts School appoints new director

Slim’s Fashion and Arts School has named an industry expert as its new director, reinforcing its focus on strengthening fashion education and industry alignment in the Philippines. The school, founded by National Artist for Fashion Design Salvacion Lim Higgins—also known as “Slim”—is widely recognised for shaping generations of Filipino...

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University of Toronto launches art history course focused on sustainable fashion

A new art history course at the University of Toronto is encouraging students to rethink clothing consumption and explore fashion’s environmental impact. Titled Considering Sustainable Textiles and Fashions in the Age of Climate Crisis, the fourth-year course—led by curator and lecturer Alexandra Palmer—begins with an unusual challenge: students...

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LIM College to stage student-led fashion show with global focus

LIM College will host its annual student-produced fashion show on April 10 at The Glasshouse, bringing together industry partners and international collaborators in a showcase of emerging talent. The event, fully planned and executed by students, will centre on the theme “Global Fashion Fusion,” highlighting how diverse cultures and global...

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Forestami and Prada Group launch major urban forestry education initiative for Milan schools

The partnership between Forestami and the Prada Group has introduced a new educational initiative targeted at 100 primary school classes across Milan. This program is central to their effort to instill a foundational understanding of urban ecology in young students. The initiative aims to position trees as essential infrastructure for improving...

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High school student turns thrifted fashion into profitable resale business

A high school student in the US is transforming a passion for vintage clothing into a growing resale business, highlighting the rise of circular fashion among younger generations. According to the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, Oliver Crust, a senior, began thrifting in ninth grade before entering the resale market, sourcing secondhand garments...

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R|Elan Circular Design Challenge winner CRCLE debuts at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI 2026

The winner of the R|Elan Circular Design Challenge (CDC), Chennai-based label CRCLE, presented its collection ‘DIALOGUE’ at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI 2026, highlighting circular design approaches in contemporary menswear. Founded by Varshne, CRCLE focuses on integrating craft, material innovation and sustainability into its design process. The...

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Northern England schools join climate change initiative

Schools across northern England have joined a new climate-focused initiative aimed at embedding sustainability and environmental awareness into education. The programme encourages schools to take practical action on climate change while integrating sustainability into everyday learning, helping students understand environmental challenges and...