Competition Overview

The 33rd Hanbo Award China International Young Fashion Designer Competition is now open for submissions from Macau. This prestigious event invites young designers to explore the theme '恋地·邻里' (Attachment to Place · Neighborhood).

Competition Theme: Attachment to Place · Neighborhood

Do you feel warmth upon hearing the name of a certain place? Do you have an inexplicable affection for a particular space? It could be the skyline of your hometown against the sunset, the bustling energy of a fresh market, or the scent of a park bench after the rain...

• 'Attachment to Place' explores the complex emotional bonds between humans and specific locations—feelings of love, belonging, identity, or even awe and fear.
• 'Neighborhood' returns to the real-life intersections between people and their surrounding environment, sparking emotional resonance through physical interaction.

The theme aims to convey the 'space' of meaning and memory inherent in a 'place.' Fashion design, as a form of 'space,' also carries the mission of conveying emotion and mood. How can we avoid 'placelessness' in the digital age? What new expressions can fashion design unleash? How can we present narratives through the elements of clothing?

Entry Requirements

• Design Brief: Create a creative fashion design series (3-5 outfits per series, menswear or womenswear) that aligns with the competition theme.
• Characteristics: Designs should have distinct contemporary and cultural features, unique style, fine craftsmanship, and complete accessory coordination.
• Submission Specifications:
  • First page must include a color fashion illustration and the design theme.
  • Remaining pages should include technical drawings for each outfit, theme description, and fabric swatches (5cm x 5cm).
  • All artwork must be A3 size (297mm x 420mm), landscape orientation is recommended.
  • Total page limit is 4 pages, all pages must be bound.
• Finalists must independently produce the physical garments for their shortlisted series before the final competition.

Eligibility & Rules

• Open to young fashion designers under 40 years old (born on or after January 1, 1985). Nationality and region are not restricted.
• All submissions must be original, unpublished work. Plagiarism or duplicate submissions to other competitions will result in disqualification.
• Finalists are responsible for their own travel to Hangzhou for the finals; accommodation and meals during the competition will be covered by the organizer.
• Winning entries will be collected by the organizer, who reserves the right to promote, publish, and exhibit all submitted works.
• To ensure fair judging, design submissions must not contain any personally identifiable information (e.g., name, school, contact details).

Prizes & Benefits

• Gold Award (1): RMB 50,000, round-trip air ticket to China, one-week inspiration trip.
• Silver Award (2): RMB 20,000 each, round-trip air ticket to China, one-week inspiration trip.
• Bronze Award (2): RMB 15,000 each.
• Corporate Recognition Award (1): RMB 5,000.
• Media Recognition Award (1): RMB 5,000.
• Online Popularity Award (1): RMB 5,000.
• Excellence Awards (Multiple): RMB 2,500 each.
• Instructor Awards (Multiple): For teachers of Gold, Silver, and Bronze award winners.

All prizes include a certificate or trophy from the China Fashion Designers Association. Prize amounts are pre-tax. Winners will gain direct entry into the Hanbo Designer Salon, receiving market对接 opportunities and promotional support.

How to Apply

1. Online Registration: Complete your personal and entry details at https://events.cpttm.org.mo.
2. Physical Submission: After registering online, submit the following to the designated address:
   • Bound physical design portfolio.
   • Copy of Mainland Travel Permit.
   • One (1) one-inch color photo.
   • Signed Original Work Pledge.

Submission Deadline: July 3, 2025, 5:00 PM. One designer per series. Design submissions will not be returned.

Competition Schedule

• Call for Entries: Now – July 3, 2025
• Preliminary Judging: July 9 – July 19, 2025 (Includes notification of shortlisted entries and public display)
• Garment Production for Finalists: July 20 – October 2025
• Final & Awards Ceremony: Mid to late October 2025 (Hangzhou)

Contact Information

Submission Address: Macao Productivity and Technology Transfer Center - Fashion Hub 10th Floor, Block 2, Ocean Industrial Centre, Rua dos Pescadores, Macau

Contact Person: Ms. Chong Ka Weng (鍾家詠小姐) Phone: +853 8898 0701 Fax: +853 2831 2079 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cpttm.org.mo