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Design talents from all over the world are called upon to let their creativity reign free for the 8th Frankfurt STYLE AWARD. The motto 2015, PIONEERING DESTINY, calls for young talents to show innovation and a pioneering spirit by transcending limitations and creating new from old. Upcoming designers can submit applications with exceptional sketches and concepts ideas within the categories “Blue Revolution,” “ECOlogical Green” and “Over the Rainbow.” The application deadline is February 16th, 2015. Reasons to participate in the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD: The International Talent Contest offers a one-of-a-kind talent springboard for newcomers Designs are evaluated by an international and interdisciplinary jury 60 nominated talents are invited to attend the Finale in the FRAPORT FORUM at the Frankfurt Airport Designs are presented in front of an audience of experts at the Gala Prize money, non-cash prizes, internships and dream trips worth up to 50,000 euros Finalists’ garments exhibited in the  PIONEERING DESTINY COLLECTION Additional international presentation opportunities within the partner country Supported by the Italian Chamber of Commerce, Italy is the invited partner country for 2015. Once again, the …

With 450 guests and almost 100 young talents (designers, models and make-up artists), the FRAPORT FORUM was completely booked at the 26th of September. The program for the evening started with a runway show of 58 creations and ended with the Award Ceremony, all led by Anke Seeling, a familiar face in the Frankfurt Airport and formerly on international catwalks.

A very special prize was awarded to the winner of the UNITED DIVERSITY AWARD for Outstanding Talent 2014, Melissa Schulz. The winner from FAHMODA – Akademie für Mode und Design Hannover received an unforgettable fashion-trip to famous French fashion houses and a visit to the French talent contest Festival International des Jeunes Createurs de Mode de Dinard. In addition, her winning outfit Parasite Technology will be exhibited in the luxurious Palais des Artes. The prize was awarded by the guest of honor from France: Dominique Deroche, who served as right hand to Yves Saint Laurent for over 40 years and currently acts as representative of the Fondation Pierre Bergé Yves Saint Laurent. Our winner is going to Paris with Air France where she will stay the night in the exclusive Boutique W Design Hotel Opera from Starwood hotels. Alongside Dominique Deroche, our OUTSTANDING TALENT will tour the most important Haute Couture houses of Paris and has won a dinnerfor2 in the famous Restaurant Prunier Paris. Afterwards, she will go to the Talent Contest Festival International des Jeunes …

Travelers in the Frankfurt Airport can awe at the design creations from all over the world in the UNITED DIVERSITY COLLECTION exhibit. The designs will be displayed from October 2014 till Mid Feburary 2015 in the Special Showroom in Terminal 1, Arrivals Hall A., Frankfurt Airport (Fraport) Die UNITED DIVERSITY COLLECTION Afterwards the creations from the Finale 2014 will make their way to Paris for ApparelSourcingParis. During the international textile trade show, a selection from the UNITED DIVERSITY COLLECTION will be displayed in front of an audience of trade specialists, exhibitors and purchasers as part of the fashion shows.

The Frankfurt STYLE AWARD is the first international contest for many young design talents. Having the chance to demonstrate their creativity and talent in front of an expert jury at the Finale is in itself a big success and an exciting experience. This year’s upcoming designers competed to win one of the 15 prizes worth in total over 50,000 Euros. Amongst the prizes were dream trips to the Seychelles and Dubai, premium e-bikes, a unique sewing machine, monetary prizes and internships at renowned international fashion labels. The first place winners in the categories UNIFORM, UNISEX and UNICULT are Nora Wenzlawiak with her design “Aerodynamics,” Michaela Südkamp with her design “The WoMan” and Dennis Hörtinger with “Brave new World Order.” Special Price A very special prize was awarded to the winner of the UNITED DIVERSITY AWARD for Outstanding Talent 2014, Melissa Schulz. The winner from FAHMODA – Akademie für Mode und Design Hannover received an unforgettable fashion-trip to famous French fashion houses and a visit to the French talent contest “Festival International des Jeunes Createurs de Mode …

Frankfurt knows how to do fashion. On the 26th of September the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD Gala 2014 will take place in the new Fraport Forum. Under the auspices of Markus Frank and the patronage of Sophie Laszlo, General Consul of France in Frankfurt, 60 young fashion designers from all over the world and over 450 fashion enthusiasts are celebrating the peak of this year’s International Contest in Fashion & Design. The finalists’ creations under this year’s guiding theme UNITED DIVERSITY will be shown by upcoming models on an impressive runway within the new Fraport Forum at the Frankfurt Airport. Event Note The Fraport Forum is located in the walkway between the Long-Distance Train Station/ The Squaire and Terminal 1, Frankfurt Airport The Award Gala starts at 6PM. Tickets are sold out. For all Frankfurt STYLE AWARD guests: Free parking in Terminal 1 Parkhaus. At the Welcome Desk you receive your free exit ticket. Public Viewing & Livestream at 7 PM With support from Media Frankfurt, ECG and vsonix, the Finale will be broadcasted within the Airport. …

Charming, geometric and colorful handbags, gloves and belts made from the finest leather are the key traits of the Berlin label Gretchen. Having received multiple international awards, such as the German Design Award 2014, the Red Dot Design Award and the All American SPARK Award, Gretchen now exists in 28 countries. Fans of Gretchen’s unique creations include Paris Hilton, Brooke Shields, Natalie Avelon and Amber Rose. As a cooperating partner of the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD, the label is offering one lucky finalist the opportunity to collaborate on a collection, learn the specifics of leather manufacturing and to show-off his/her creative talent in accessory design with a six-month internship. By loading the video, you agree to YouTube’s privacy policy.Learn more Load video Always unblock YouTube Anne-Christin Schmitt is the founder, creative mind and face behind the Berlin-based label Gretchen. Currently, she is realizing her dream of an innovative and timeless accessory-line in her Kreuzberg-Berlin studio. Having grown up in a leather goods manufacturing family, each Gretchen design speaks to her lifetime of experience with the material, …