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RLSD International Student Design Competition 2026 opens for entries

The Real Leather Stay Different International Student Design Competition 2026 edition has officially opened submissions, inviting fashion, footwear and accessories students worldwide to present their work on a global platform. Entries are free and open until June 30, 2026. The competition is designed to connect emerging designers with industry...

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Student ‘slow fashion’ design competition opens applications

The Real Leather. Stay Different. (RLSD) international student ‘slow fashion’ design competition has opened applications in partnership with ArtsThread, a digital platform to present the work of creatives. Those who wish to enter the competition are asked to create a single item, either clothing, footwear or accessories, using leather as at...