RLSD international student design competition opens
05/03/2025
Now in its fifth year, the RLSD competition has established itself as a platform for emerging designers. Past participants have gone on to work with brands such as Christian Louboutin, Dior, and Loewe. Judges from leading global fashion houses will assess entries based on craftsmanship, creativity, and the ability to create long-lasting designs.
Regional events will be held in Africa, Taiwan, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Entrants are required to use at least 50% real cowhide—a by-product of the meat and dairy industries that is often discarded. Unlike synthetic fabrics, which now make up 60% of clothing and contribute to large-scale waste, leather is biodegradable and durable. Environmental groups have raised concerns over textile waste, with landfills in countries such as Ghana and Chile growing large enough to be visible from space.
The competition opens on March 1, 2025, and closes on June 30. Entries can be submitted via the RLSD platform.
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