Fashion design contest “Every Body Matters” will be held; applications accepted online until June 1st

Fashion design contest “Every Body Matters” will be held; applications accepted online until June 1st ​
ROADGET BUSINESS PTE. LTD. Press release: May 1, 2025 Fashion design contest “Every Body Matters” will be held; applications accepted online until June 1st Strategic partnership concluded with Singapore Fashion Council, the official organization representing Singapore’s fashion industry SHEIN Group headquartered in Singapore (https://www.sheingroup.com/, provides services on its website and app in more than 150 countries and regions (*as of the end of March 2025). “SHEIN” has recently entered into a strategic partnership with the Singapore Fashion Council. A new initiative aimed at promoting D&I is the fashion design contest “Every Body Matters Inclusive Design Fashion.” Competition (hereinafter referred to as EBM) will be held. EBM aims to encourage emerging fashion designers and industry professionals to challenge conventional notions of beauty and style by creating designs that cater to all body types and features. Through this competition, we aim to shine a spotlight on the importance of representation by showing that fashion doesn’t have to fit a single shape, size or identity, but can fit all shapes, sizes and identities. ■Supporting budding designers with 8 pieces of content EBM provides the following eight types of content to support participants’ creative activities and career growth. 1.Runway show: Collection presentation event by finalists 2. Workshop: Practical session to learn the knowledge and skills necessary for career development 3. Mentoring: Individual support from industry experts 4. Field trip & research: Experiential activities to experience multicultural and diverse design methods 5. Physical showcase: Exhibition space for the general public and industry participants 6. Master class: Lectures on themes such as sustainability and business strategy 7. Live distribution: Online distribution of each program to the whole world 8. Networking opportunity: Providing the right to participate in the event “Be the Change Summit 2025” (SHEIN is a platinum sponsor) Comment from Singapore Fashion Council CEO Zhang Ting-Ting “We are delighted to be hosting this ground-breaking contest with SHEIN. Fashion should be inclusive of everyone, and we hope that ‘Every Body Matters’ will be a platform for emerging designers from diverse backgrounds to create fashion that truly reflects society.” Comments from SHEIN EMEA President, Global Public Policy Officer and Singapore GM Leonard Lin “The purpose of this competition aligns with our philosophy of bringing the beauty of fashion to everyone. We are proud to support the next generation of talented designers as we work together to build an inclusive future for the fashion industry.” ■Contest Overview Application qualifications Targeted at emerging fashion designers and industry personnel who meet the following conditions ・Fashion designers who are currently enrolled in or have just graduated from public or private higher education institutions ・Industry professionals in the early stages of their career ・Those who were born before September 1, 2025 and are 18 years or older Recruitment period April 1st to June 1st, 2025 Departments and awards/prizes Participants should choose one of the following three categories and submit their collection 1. Adaptive fashion We design clothing and accessories that meet the needs of people with physical challenges. Designs that combine style, comfort, and functionality include magnetic closures, one-handed zippers, prosthetic-compatible garments, and adjustable sizing. 2. Sports & Active Lifestyle/Fashion We design activewear that is stylish, functional, and comfortable for consumers of diverse backgrounds and body types. Consider the integration of wellness and outdoor activities into everyday life and propose fashion that everyone can wear with confidence. 3.
Tech-integrated wearable fashion We design clothing and accessories that incorporate technology such as sensors. Create inclusive wearable fashion that focuses on aesthetics while improving functionality, performance, and user experience. Examination criteria Submitted designs will be evaluated based on the following criteria ・Impact on Inclusion and Diversity: Does the design respond to specific needs and challenges? ・Creativity and Innovation: Are you incorporating new approaches and design thinking? ・Ease of use and functionality: Is it usable by everyone and adaptable to different situations? Prizes and benefits Semi-finalists (top 8 in each category, 24 in total) ・Participation in the online master class “Crafting Protection” ・Invitation to virtual pitch session to select finalists ・Access to industry events, mentoring, and workshops Finalists (top 3 in each category, total 9) ・Invitation and sponsorship to the “Singapore Stories” runway show sponsored by SFC ・Work exhibition at Design Orchard Retail Showcase (DORS) ・Access pass to SFC’s flagship event “Be The Change Summit 2025” (SHEIN is a platinum sponsor) Winners ・Best winners in each category (total of 3 people): Prize money of 10,000 USD ・“Voter’s Choice” winner by public vote: Prize money of 5,000 USD *Please check the official website
(https://www.ebmsgfashioncouncil.org/) for details on the fashion design contest “Every Body Matters Inclusive Design Fashion
Competition” and how to apply. About Singapore Fashion Council (SFC) SFC, formerly known as Textile and Fashion Federation (Singapore), is the official body for the textile and fashion industry in Singapore. We have a transformative vision, aiming to become “Asia’s hub for responsible fashion.” Centered on the four pillars of
“Sustainability,” “Innovation and Technology,” “International Expansion,” and “Retail,” SFC promotes positive transformation of the entire industry by collaborating with diverse partners across the value chain and providing knowledge, networks, and resources. [YK1] About SHEIN https://www.sheingroup.com/ SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle brand. We offer original brand apparel products and a wide variety of items made in partnership with vendors around the world at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, we promote cutting-edge on-demand production methods with the mission of delivering the appeal of fashion to everyone. We aim to create a smart and future-oriented fashion industry. ■Company profile Company name: SHEIN Group U R L：https://jp.shein.com/ Corporate site URL:
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