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Innovation and visibility for emerging designers at Meet Fashion Talent

‘Meet Fashion Talent’ has reinforced the Region of Murcia as a platform for emerging fashion talent following the successful first edition held on April 18 at the Auditorio y Centro de Congresos Víctor Villegas. Organised by the regional Ministry of Tourism, Culture, Youth and Sports through the Instituto de las Industrias Culturales y las...

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Belgian fashion awards 2026: Recognizing emerging talent in Belgian fashion

Nominations for the Belgian Fashion Awards 2026 are now open, with Belgian designers, brands, and fashion professionals invited to submit entries until May 11. Organised by Flanders District of Creativity, MAD Brussels, Wallonie-Bruxelles Design Mode, and Knack Weekend/Le Vif Weekend, the awards highlight the quality, creativity, and diversity...

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Design Forward 2026: Digital fashion competition for students and graduates

A new global competition titled Design Forward 2026 has launched, offering fashion students and recent graduates the opportunity to develop digital design skills using AI-powered tools. Organised in collaboration with The Fabricant, the initiative provides participants with free access to digital design software and a project brief, with no...

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AAFA releases educational guide on worker protection from heat

The American Apparel & Footwear Association has released a new guide aimed at helping fashion supply chains protect workers from extreme heat, as rising global temperatures increase health risks in manufacturing environments. Published on April 17, 2026, the AAFA Guide to Protecting Workers from Heat Stress offers practical recommendations for...

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Why the creative industry is breaking down silos and what this demands of new talent

The boundaries between creative disciplines are rapidly blurring. Fashion, interior design, retail, hospitality, food, media, and events were long treated as separate industries. Today, however, we are seeing a shift towards integrated worlds where concept, experience, and identity take centre stage. A fashion brand is no longer just a...

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Fashion Institute of Technology gala 2026: Strengthening industry-education connections

Fashion Institute of Technology hosted its 2026 annual gala in New York City, with Ciara serving as host and a live performance by Aloe Blacc. The event brought together fashion and industry leaders to support educational initiatives and fundraising efforts for students. The gala also honoured Richard Dickson, recognising his leadership and...

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Queen Máxima to open State of Fashion Biennale 2026 in Arnhem

The Netherland's Queen Máxima will officially open the State of Fashion Biennale on May 13, launching a seven-week programme in Arnhem that examines the systems shaping the global fashion industry. The 2026 edition, titled “Available to Promise; Hidden Systems, Shared Futures,” shifts attention from finished garments to the infrastructures...

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What The Devil Wears Prada Gets Right About Fashion Careers by Vogue College of Fashion

More than a fashion makeover, the character of Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada offers a lasting lesson in professional fluency, one that still resonates with today’s fashion industry. When The Devil Wears Prada was released in 2006, audiences watched Andy Sachs change in plain sight as sensible sweaters gave way to Chanel boots and...

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Design Academy Eindhoven to present ‘Inframezzo’ at Milan Design Week

Design Academy Eindhoven will present “Inframezzo,” an exhibition of graduate works, during Milan Design Week 2026, taking place from April 20 to 26 at Alcova Milano. The exhibition brings together recent alumni projects that explore themes of pause, transition and change across design, education and everyday life. Framed around the idea of the...

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Montclair State University presents "A Moment in Time" fashion show

Montclair State University is preparing to stage its annual student runway event, titled “A Moment in Time,” showcasing work from its Fashion Design and Merchandising programme. The juried fashion show will take place on April 24, presenting garments created by students across multiple course levels, from introductory apparel construction to...

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What to expect at Edinburgh College of Art's 2026 graduate exhibition

Edinburgh College of Art has announced details of its Graduate Show 2026, presenting new work from graduating students across art and design disciplines. The exhibition will feature projects spanning areas such as performance costume, contemporary art, and design practices, highlighting final-year work developed during the academic programme....

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Exploring creative processes: June Fashion Month Arnhem for students and educators

The first programme for June Fashion Month Arnhem has been announced, outlining a month-long schedule of exhibitions, workshops and open studios aimed at highlighting the city’s fashion and design community. Running from May 29 to June 28, the initiative will take place across Arnhem, bringing together established designers, emerging makers and...