Competition Overview
The 25th Humen Cup International Youth Fashion Design (Womenswear) Competition is now open for submissions from Macau. This prestigious event invites young designers to explore the theme 'Intelligent Garments, Coexisting with Technology – Weaving a New Chapter with Digital Innovation'.
In an era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept but is deeply transforming every aspect of fashion design. The competition challenges designers to move beyond seeing AI as a mere tool, and instead embrace it as a creative partner that inspires and co-creates. Break traditional design boundaries and explore the infinite possibilities of 'new intelligence' in fashion.
Key Details
- Competition Theme: Intelligent Garments, Coexisting with Technology – Weaving a New Chapter with Digital Innovation
- Scope: Womenswear (no restrictions on fabrics or materials)
- Eligibility: Open to all fashion design enthusiasts aged 18–45.
- Submission Format: Each entry must be an original series based on a single theme/concept, consisting of 4 outfits. This includes 1 creative design piece to showcase artistic talent and 3 pieces that are commercial derivatives of the series, emphasizing market potential.
Submission Requirements
Participants must submit the following materials:
- Completed entry form.
- Color renderings of the 4-outfit series on a single A3 sheet (297mm x 420mm). The creative design piece must be marked with pencil. The back of the rendering must include:
- Top left: Theme name and design concept (max 50 words).
- Top right: Name, gender, date of birth, nationality, school (graduated/attending), employer, email, and phone number (all text must be in both native language and English).
- A copy of ID and one 1-inch color photo (in an envelope).
- Front/back technical drawings and fabric swatches (8cm x 8cm).
- All materials must be bound into a single volume.
Selection Process & Timeline
- Registration Opens: June 30, 2025, 17:00
- Submission Deadline: August 13, 2025, 17:00
- Selection Process: Entries will be judged in two stages: preliminary and final.
- After the deadline, a panel will review submissions and select 30 series to advance to the finals. The shortlist will be announced on the official 'Humen Fashion' WeChat public account in early September.
- Final Round: Tentatively scheduled for mid-November in Humen Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China. Finalists must arrive at the venue 3 days before the final (Beijing Time).
Prizes & Awards
- Gold Award (1): RMB 100,000, trophy, certificate.
- Silver Award (2): RMB 60,000 each, trophy, certificate.
- Bronze Award (3): RMB 30,000 each, trophy, certificate.
- Best Commercial Value Award (1): RMB 20,000, trophy, certificate.
- Best Craftsmanship Award (1): RMB 20,000, trophy, certificate.
- Best Creativity Award (1): RMB 20,000, trophy, certificate.
- Excellence Award (5): RMB 10,000 each, certificate.
- Finalists: Certificate.
Additional Benefits
- Designer Resource Pack: Winners receive trend information and AI design tool access.
- Fashion Shoot: Gold, Silver, and Bronze winning works will be professionally photographed.
- Entrepreneurial Support: All finalists are eligible for studio rental discounts, promotional support, brand collaboration opportunities, and market conversion services.
- Travel & Accommodation Subsidy: Finalists attending the finals receive travel subsidies (capped based on region) and free accommodation/meals in Humen.
(All prize amounts are pre-tax. The organizing committee reserves the right of final interpretation.)
How to Enter (Macau Region)
- Online Registration: Designers must register online at https://events.cpttm.org.mo.
- Physical Submission: Submit the physical fashion design portfolio, copy of Mainland Travel Permit, and one 1-inch color photo by August 13, 2025, to the following address:
- Submission Address: CPTTM Fashion Gallery, 10/F, Ocean Industrial Centre (Phase 2), Rua dos Pescadores, Macau
- Contact Person: Ms. Chong Ka Weng
- Tel: 8898 0701
- Fax: 2831 2079
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.cpttm.org.mo
Note: All submitted materials will not be returned. Submitted works must be original and unpublished.
