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International Woolmark Prize opens 2021 applications

Woolmark has open the search for the “brightest rising fashion stars” to follow in the footsteps of Richard Malone, Edward Crutchley and Teatum Jones, for its 2021 International Woolmark Prize. The prestigious talent programme is calling on emerging designers “looking to shape a positive future for the fashion industry” to apply to take part in...

Mar 31, 2020

Fashion

Richard Malone wins 2020 International Woolmark Prize

London Fashion Week favourite Richard Malone beat off tough competition from the likes of A-Cold-Wall* and Bode to be crowned the 2020 International Woolmark Prize winner. Malone, showcased a collection inspired by his upbringing in Wexford for the final that was praised by the judging panel for featuring "considered, functional and beautifully...

Feb 17, 2020

Fashion

Woolmark launches tribute to Karl Lagerfeld

The Woolmark Company is launching 777 limited-edition ‘Knit Karl’ boxes including Merino yarn, knitting needles, and patterns to create one of the four designs imagined by Karl Lagerfeld, as a tribute to celebrate the designer’s life and legacy. Lagerfeld, first rose to fame after he won the 1954 Woolmark Prize in the coat category, and since...

Feb 6, 2020

Fashion

The Woolmark Company and Adidas design outfits for Arctic research expedition

The Woolmark Company has announced that itself and Adidas are among the official technical partners for the Dark Ice Project - an expedition to the geographic North Pole by accomplished polar explorers Alex Hibbert, George Bullard and James Wheeldon. The Woolmark Company, along with Adidas Terrex, Byborre and Gore-Tex, has been tasked with the...

Jan 28, 2020

Fashion

Woolmark Prize 2020 announces panel of judges

The International Woolmark Prize, now in its eighth year, has announced a new lineup of judges for the upcoming ceremony taking place on 17 February during London Fashion Week. The award celebrates fashion talents working with Merino wool and will see one overall winner receive 200,000 Australian dollars. Judges for the 2020 show are: Tim...

Jan 21, 2020

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Anjelica Huston on how to care for a Woolmark suit

Anjelica Huston discusses wool with The Woolmark Company. The wool suit for men created by Woolmark and gave some tips to men who might be hesitant in buying a suit made from wool due to nagging care. However, Huston lets shopper know that wool suits are easily cared for and are much easier to maintain than people think Source: The Woolmark...

Nov 19, 2019

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Get to know the 2019 Woolmark Preformance Challenge finalists

Each year The Woolmark Company hosts a competition for up-and-coming designers to develop original, forward thinking solutions for using wool in the activewear and performance market. This year's finalists come from prestigious fashion schools from around the globe and were announced in Munich this weekend. Read more about the Woolmark...

Nov 18, 2019

Fashion

International Woolmark Prize: 10 finalists announced

The International Woolmark Prize, an award which celebrates fashion talents working with Merino wool, has announced the 10 finalists for its 2020 edition. British names among the finalists include designer Samuel Ross and his brand A-Cold-Wall, British-Chinese designer Feng Chen Wang and his eponymous label, and British-Irish designer Richard...

Oct 29, 2019

Fashion

Woolmark names ‘advisory council’ ahead of 2020 prize

Woolmark has unveiled the expert advisory council that will pick the finalists for the International Woolmark Prize final, which is expected to take place in early 2020. The council features 16 industry names including designer Manish Arora, stylist Kate Young, Eco-Age co-founder and creative director Livia Firth, Nelson Mui, merchandising...

Jul 9, 2019

Fashion

The Woolmark Company partners with Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team in the challenge for the America’s Cup

The Woolmark Company was today announced as the official technical partner of the America’s Cup team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, at a press conference at Pitti Immagine Uomo 96 in Florence. The Woolmark Company will research, develop and support the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team to create wool-rich technical garments to be worn by the entire Luna...

Jun 11, 2019

Fashion

Athletic Propulsion Labs launches apparel with Woolmark

Los Angeles-based brand Athletic Propulsion Labs (APL) has launched a sustainable apparel collection with The Woolmark Company, following the success of itsTechLoom breeze Merino wool trainerat the end of 2018. The athleisure brand states that its 10-piece capsule collection is the “most sustainable and luxe apparel line to date” and blends...

Mar 28, 2019

Fashion

Edward Crutchley and Colovos win Woolmark Prize

British fashion designer Edward Crutchley and New York-based label Colovos have been named the winners of this year’s International Woolmark Prize at a ceremony during London Fashion Week, after impressing a judging panel that included designer Alber Elbaz and actress Gwendoline Christie, who presented the honours. Crutchley, who has a unisex...

Feb 17, 2019