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.”

1st. Place | Category UNIFORM: „Aerodynamics” by Nora Wenzlawiak.

1st. Place | Category UNISEX:”The WoMan” by Michaela Südkamp.

1st. Place | Category UNICULT: „Brave New World Order” by Dennis Hörtinger.

2nd. Place | Category UNISEX:”Mr. Petty Sue” by Maren Duwald.

2nd. Place | Category UNIFORM: „Hidden Individuality” by Astrid Härle.

Outstanding Talent: „Parasite Technology“ by Melissa Schulz.

3rd. Place | Category UNIFORM: „Kiova” by Riia Lampinen.

3rd. Place | Category UNISEX: “Stripes” by Alina Yanover.

3rd. Place | Category UNICULT: „United Africa” by Theresa Fischer.

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 de Dinard”. In addition, her winning outfit from Frankfurt 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.

s.Oliver Special Award: „Essence” by Sarah Wörner.

Outstanding Talent: „Parasite Technology“ by Melissa Schulz.

PUBLIC CHOICE AWARD: „Constrained” by Valentina Gambardella.

Internship

Internship Anja Gockel: „Connection” by Aileen Kern.

Internship Rich & Royal:”Surveillance 2.0″ by Clara Siegenthaler.

Internship Gretchen: “Transforma” by Anna Bauer.

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.

For all Frankfurt locals: Don’t miss our Public Viewing at Lemons & Limes Bar, Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel.

Our Media Partner NOT JUST A LABEL will live stream the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD for our international audience.

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.

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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, her knowledge of traditional leather craftsmanship and her appreciation for fine leather.

Anne-Christin Schmitt’s unique bag creations reflect her intuitive understanding of design. “A tribute to the modern fashion-concious woman”. Challenging the conventional with new concepts and ideas, Gretchen designs are inspired by sculptural aesthetics and can be characterized by sleek straight lines and modern angularity.

A fashion trip to the fashion-nation Italy. Arlett Jaede won the special prize in the category UTOPIA for the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD 2013: a trip to the beautiful city of Florence and one of the world’s largest HAKA fairs, Pitti Uomo, all made possible by Koenig Leatherwear. Arlett Jaede reported to us about her trip.

“Winning first place in the category Utopia for the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD 2013 was not only one of the most exciting and beautiful evenings of my life, but also gave me an unbelievable opportunity. Thanks to the well-known company König Leatherwear, I won a sponsored trip to Florence. I flew from Berlin over the Alps to Florence, where an awesome hotel-room in the Hilton Hotel Florence awaited me.

After a short pit-stop at the hotel, I went directly to the one of the world’s largest HAKA fairs, Pitti Uomo. The variety and the size of the fair excited me. The extravagance and the hustle-and-bustle of the stands were unlike that of any of the Berlin fairs, such as Premium and Gallery. What caught my eye was the number of the well-dressed people all in one place! Aside from the people and the wonderful clothing stands, there were also many different accessories, shoes and purses displayed.

The next day, I visited the fair for a second time, which was unfortunately still not enough to see everything! After the fair, I had a few hours left to visit Florence’s beautiful inner-city before getting on the plane back to Berlin.

Once again, I would like to thank everyone, who made this trip possible. I would especially like to thank König Leatherwear and the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD team! I am can’t wait for this year’s finale!”

-Arlett Jaede

The talent support package for the Top60 fashion designers of this year’s Finale addresses decision makers from the fields of economy, commerce and society who support and welcome young talents. The package includes two VIP Guesttickets for the Frankfurt STYLE AWARD on 26th of September, a „Meet & Greet“ with finalists and awardee and further specials. Please follow the link for further informations regarding the talent support package and further promotion possibilities.

Wir waren zu Besuch in der Werkstatt unserer fünf Finalisten von der Frankfurter Schule für Mode und Bekleidung um uns zu erkundigen wie es beim Verlauf derer Designs steht und bekamen eine eingehende Erklärung ihrer Arbeit. Jetzt nach den Prüfungen kann es wieder voll ab an die Arbeit gehen!