The Woolmark Prize Announces 2022 Finalists
One of fashion’s most prestigious awards the annual Woolmark prize is around the corner and the ‘22 finalists have been announced. The prize gives emerging designers the ability to create a collection made entirely of Australian merino wool and focusing on the theme “play” while being transparent about supply chains. The new group of designers includes American designer Peter Do, British brands Ahluwalia and Saul Nash, Chinese brands Rui, along with South African womenswear brand MMUSOMAXWELL, French label EGONlab and Australian designer Jordan Dalah. CEO John Roberts described the designers as, “creative game-changers.” The winners will be picked by a handful of industry mavens and are set to receive the main prize of AU$200,000 (US$144,000) and the Karl Lagerfeld Award for Innovation, worth AU$100,000 (US$72,000). [Vogue]
Alessandro Michele Set To Accept The BFC Trailblazer Award at The Fashion Awards
Creative director of Gucci, Alessandro Michele will be honored at The ‘21 British Fashion Awards and receive the Trailblazer Award on Nov. 29 at the Royal Albert Hall. The British Fashion Council, who is partnering with TikTok for the event, said they are honoring Michele for “his visionary work to date in positioning Gucci at the intersection of culture, art, music and film.” Noting on Gucci’s innovations in the past year, including Aria and Love parade collections, Gucci Garden archetypes exhibit, and the Gucci Garden archives. BFC chief executive officer Caroline Rush described Michele as “a pioneer in every aspect of his creative output, and uses the power of design to pave new paths connecting the fashion industry to all other industries from film to digital innovation. He is an incredible source of inspiration for many generations to come and we look forward to celebrating with him next week in London.” [WWD]
Burberry Partners With Marcus Rashford On Children’s Literacy Program
For the second time, Burberry has partnered with international football player Marcus Rashford to help disadvantaged children have access to books and a safe environment where they can develop their skill sets. Rashford said, “far too many children do not currently have access to books, typically because of financial restraints, and there was a need to inspire them and allow them to see beyond the challenges they face daily. These children need the escapism of reading more than most, and access to books should not be restricted by the area you grow up in.” Burberry is set to support the National Literacy Trust in the U.K. to revamp the library spaces in 10 schools across the UK identified as the most in need. The schools will also receive up to 8,000 books, and up to 200 teachers will also be receiving training from the NLT — all in an effort to make access to books and reading spaces more readily available. [WWD]
Models.com A Day In The Life Series with Alva Claire
Models.com Hot lister Alva Claire took us through a day in her life in her hometown in England. Claire shows her morning routines, music she listens to, and her getting ready for a special dinner with Valentino. Check it out here
