The WFC Prize is open to emerging talents in the fashion industry, including photographers, models, stylists, hair & makeup artists, performers, independent designers, and educational institutions that want to showcase their top design students.
You can apply by visiting our website, selecting your category, and submitting your portfolio. Make sure to follow all instructions carefully to ensure your application is complete.
Participants must be at least 18 years old and have a passion for fashion. Each category has specific requirements for portfolio submissions, so be sure to check the details on our website.
Yes, there is an application fee to participate in the WFC Prize. The fee varies depending on the category, and participants must submit the fee to complete their application. Educational institutions applying for the Excellence in Fashion Education category pay six times the normal fee, covering six student designers. Additionally, finalists will need to pay a show production fee if they are invited to present at the Grand Finale in Amsterdam.
Once you submit your portfolio, our team will review it. If your application is accepted, you will receive a confirmation email with further details about the competition process.
Participants are evaluated based on creativity, technical skill, originality, and how well they interpret the competition themes. Our judging panel, composed of industry experts, will provide feedback and scores throughout the competition.
The competition features three main themes: Identity and Heritage, The Power of Sustainability, and Innovation and Adaptability. Participants will be challenged to create work that aligns with each theme.
The judging process involves multiple stages, including an initial portfolio review, evaluations during themed challenges, and the final round at the Grand Finale. Feedback will be provided at each stage to help participants improve.
Participants can win cash prizes from a pool of up to €10,000, gain international exposure, receive mentorship, and have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals. There are also certificates, trophies, and potential opportunities for career advancement.
Travel and accommodation may be covered for certain finalists, depending on the total number of applicants and sponsorship availability. Participants in the Excellence in Fashion Education category are responsible for their own travel and accommodation, though they may receive discounts on the show production fee depending on their performance in the online challenges.
The WFC Prize competition runs for several months, from the application phase to the Grand Finale in Amsterdam. Participants will be informed of all key dates and timelines.
Yes, you can apply for more than one category, but you will need to submit separate portfolios and applications for each.
This category is designed for fashion schools and universities to showcase their top student designers. Schools apply and submit portfolios representing their students’ work. Schools can also compete in online challenges for discounts on the show production fee for the finale in Amsterdam.
Schools can apply by submitting a portfolio featuring their top six student designers and paying the appropriate application fee. For more information, email us at info@wfcprize.com.
Yes, the WFC Prize is open to participants from all over the world. Most of the competition will be conducted online, with the Grand Finale taking place in Amsterdam.
You will receive email notifications at each stage of the competition, informing you of your progress and any next steps.
Yes, participants will have opportunities to connect with industry professionals, mentors, and other rising talents throughout the competition, especially during feedback sessions and the Grand Finale.
Yes, you may withdraw, but please note that application fees are non-refundable, and you will lose your spot in the competition.
All updates, announcements, and important information, including the details of online challenges, portfolio reviews, and advancement stages, will be shared via email, the WFC Prize website, and our social media channels.
If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out to our team via email at info@wfcprize.com, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Yes, the Rising Performer category is designed for dancers, singers, and other performers who wish to showcase their talents in live fashion presentations. Performers are evaluated based on their ability to enhance the atmosphere of a fashion show through their art.