Deadline: January 11, 2026
The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers is now open for applications, offering one of the most prestigious global opportunities for emerging fashion creatives. This internationally acclaimed award supports breakthrough designers with funding, mentorship, and access to industry-leading expertise. The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers continues to elevate visionary talent and strengthen the future of fashion through innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship.
About the LVMH Prize
The prize aims to discover, support, and accelerate promising designers from around the world. It is open to emerging brands specialising in womenswear, menswear, or unisex ready-to-wear.
Designers must have produced at least two collections under their label. The competition is known for elevating creatives to global prominence, with invaluable support from LVMH specialists in branding, marketing, craftsmanship, sustainability, retail strategy, and more.
Award Categories
1. LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers
- €400,000 grant
- One-year personalised mentorship covering sustainability, marketing strategy, intellectual property, brand development, supply chain, and business growth.
2. Karl Lagerfeld Prize
- €200,000 grant
- One-year mentorship focused on brand strategy, creative growth, and technical development.
3. Savoir-Faire Prize
- €200,000 grant
- Mentorship dedicated to craftsmanship, technical innovation, artisanal excellence, and sustainable production practices.
4. LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Graduates
- Awarded to three graduating designers
- Each receives €10,000
- Their schools also receive €10,000
- Includes a one-year professional placement within an LVMH Maison, supporting early-career designers in gaining high-level industry experience.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be emerging designers with a strong creative identity
- Have produced at least two ready-to-wear collections
- Operate a developing womenswear, menswear, or unisex brand
- Be between 18 and 40 years old (according to previously published eligibility guidelines)
- Come from any nationality — the competition is open globally
Application & Selection Process
- Designers apply through the official LVMH Prize digital platform.
- Submitted applications are reviewed by a panel of global fashion professionals.
- Semi-finalists are shortlisted and assessed based on creativity, craftsmanship, innovation, and brand potential.
- Finalists present their work to a distinguished jury before winners are selected.
The programme is widely regarded as a launchpad for the next generation of iconic fashion designers.
Why Designers Should Apply
Winning or even being shortlisted provides:
- Global visibility
- Access to world-class fashion leaders
- Strong mentorship that supports sustainable business development
- Funding to scale production, improve infrastructure, and advance creative direction
- Entry into an international network of industry experts
Conclusion
The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers remains a transformative opportunity for emerging creatives seeking global recognition and strategic brand development. Designers working to elevate their craft, expand their brand identity, and build long-term sustainability are strongly encouraged to apply.
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