International Woolmark Prize – Apply Now!

Applications for the 2025 International Woolmark Prize are now open.

Award Program Schedule

• Phase 1: designers apply
• Phase 2: advisory council selects finalists
• Phase 3: finalists create collections
• Phase 4: commercial opportunities

Award

• Global Final
  • Each year a final event is held on the world stage, traditionally during a key fashion week, connecting the world’s best emerging design talent with industry experts and leading retailers.
• Innovation Academy
  • Bringing together an experienced collective of progressive international partners at different stages of the supply chain and manufacturing process, designers are provided with unparalleled mentorship for product ideation, development and the commercial realisation of concepts.
• Prizes
  • All finalists selected by the Advisory Council receive a financial contribution for the development of their business and capsule collection. One winner will receive the International Woolmark Prize and will be awarded AU$300,000. Finalists also have the opportunity to have their collections stocked in leading retailers and become part of the prestigious Alumni Program.
• International Retailing
  • The International Woolmark Prize connects the world’s best emerging design talent with the world’s most important boutiques and retailers. This presents designers with the opportunity to enter new markets, reach new clients and build important relationships to develop and commercialise their brand.
• A Rich History
  • The prize has undoubtedly contributed to key moments of contemporary fashion. Early records attribute none other than Valentino Garavani as one of its first winners. In 1954, Yves Saint Laurent and Karl Lagerfeld were also winners, changing the history of fashion forever.

Who can apply?

• Operating Years
  • Producing commercially for a minimum of 4 years and a maximum of 10 years (at the time of submitting an application).
• Company Practices
  • Demonstrate an innovative use of fabrics and textiles.
  • A commitment to best practice and supply chain integrity.
• Sales Growth
  • Show a yearly growth in sales.
  • Have a minimum of one wholesale partner.

For more information, visit Woolmark.