Categories | Fashion Design / ADC Awards

Fashion Design

An array of creative talents in the fashion industry – from fabric and apparel designers to fashion illustrators and jewelry designers – from both large and small companies will compete with one another and have their work judged by a jury of industry peers.

ELIGIBILITY: January 1, 2020 - March 26, 2021

MEDIA: Each category accepts specific media types. Judging and Supporting media can be attached to your entry after your category is selected.

Judging Media: The primary material and content that the jury will be judging
Supporting Media: Secondary material and content that the jury may choose to review at their discretion
Reference Media: These images will be used for reference but will not be judged.

INFORMATION: Project information is required on all entries. A detailed project description of 300 words or less is not required, but is highly recommended.

Submission Media Specs View Entry Fees 2021 Entry Guide View Previous Winners

Fashion Design
Design for Good

DFG-106: Design for Good - Fashion Design

A single (1) piece or collection (2-12) that encourages positive societal or political change. Includes sustainable, eco-friendly fashion design, etc.

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Fashion Design
Craft

FSN-101: Craft - Illustration

The illustrated concept for a single (1) design or collection (2-12).

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FSN-102: Craft - Patterns / Textiles

A single (1) or series (2-12) of design concepts or the design of the garment's material.

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FSN-103: Craft - Use of Technology

Creative use of technology in the design of a single (1) piece or collection (2-12).

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Fashion Design
Sustainable / Eco-friendly Fashion

FSN-104: Sustainable / Eco-friendly Fashion

Design of a single (1) piece or collection (2-12) of ethical clothing designs that inflict little to no harm on the environment.

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Fashion Design
Innovation

FSN-105: Innovation

Design of a single (1) piece or collection (2-12) that pushes creative and technical boundaries.

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Fashion Design
Promotional Apparel

FSN-106: Promotional Apparel

Design of a single (1) piece or collection (2-12) that promotes a brand and / or marketing series.

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Fashion Design
Traditional

FSN-107: Traditional - Clothing Design

A single (1) design or a collection (2-12).

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FSN-108: Traditional - Footwear

A single (1) design or collection (2-12) of footwear. May include sneakers, heels, flats, etc.

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FSN-109: Traditional - Accessories

Design of a single (1) piece or collection (2-12) of jewelry and accessories. May include handbags, hats, belts, etc.

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CATEGORIES / REQUIREMENTS

Fashion Design