{"id":1934,"date":"2026-02-10T21:43:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T21:43:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elitus.hr\/africainternationaldesignawards\/?page_id=1934"},"modified":"2026-03-30T09:23:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T09:23:32","slug":"fashion-design","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elitus.hr\/africainternationaldesignawards\/aida-awards\/fashion-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Fashion Design"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Fashion Design<\/h2>\n \n
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This category celebrates innovative fashion rooted in African identity and contemporary expression. From ready-to-wear and haute couture to textile innovation and accessories, it highlights designers who push boundaries while honouring craftsmanship, sustainability, and cultural narratives. The AIDA Awards recognise bold creative voices shaping the future of African fashion locally and globally.<\/p>\n

Through the Africa International Design Awards \u2013 Fashion Design<\/strong> category, we recognise the undeniable impact fashion has on our daily lives. With 22 categories<\/strong>, from haute couture<\/strong> to pr\u00eat-\u00e0-porter<\/strong>, or sustainable fashion<\/strong> to accessories<\/strong>, footwear<\/strong>, and textiles<\/strong>, the award gives credit to the important contributions of passionate African fashion designers.<\/p>\n\t\t \t<\/div>\n \n\t\t \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n

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Entries can be submitted as conceptual designs, in progress, or launched projects. The only restriction is that entries or completed projects must be no more than five years old<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Entries should include high-quality images showcasing the front, back, and side views of each garment or accessory, as well as contextual images such as runway shots, editorial styling, or the piece in use. Please provide sketches, technical drawings, or mood boards that illustrate the design process and creative intent.<\/p>\n

If the submission involves a reworked<\/strong> or upcycled design<\/strong>, include clear before-and-after images<\/strong> to highlight the transformation. For collections, a group overview image is recommended to present the full creative vision.<\/p>\n

Submissions can be made as a company<\/strong>, an independent designer<\/strong> or as a student<\/strong>. Winners are chosen based on a single project \u2013 not for a body of work.<\/p>\n\t\t \t<\/div>\n \n\t\t \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n

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Submission Requirements<\/h2>\n \n
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