February 2, 2011 by caralee
Awards are now open for votes and entries – see www.observer.co.uk/ethicalawards
How the awards work
The award winners are selected in two ways: one set of categories (local retailer, online retailer, campaigner and global campaigner) are voted for by the public. People can nominate anyone they like and whoever receives the most votes wins. Votes are made online at www.observer.co.uk/ethicalawards
The remaining categories (Big Idea, Grassroots Project, Ethical Kids, Fashion, Conservation, Business and Blog) are judged by the panel. Submissions are open to individuals, groups and organisations across the UK, and again they enter via the website.
Deadline
The deadline for entries is 11th March.
Judges
The full list of judges can be found at: http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/page/2011/jan/16/observer-ethical-awards-judges
January 11, 2011 by caralee
Prizes include a fabulous trip to Los Angeles for the winner and his/her model to showcase the winning dress or gown at the Global Green pre-Oscar party in Hollywood on February 23, 2011. Please advise your students to visit our website www.redcarpetgreendress.com for all the exciting details about this wonderful, international competition.
The Contest will end on Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at 5pm, Pacific Standard Time and all entries MUST be received by that time/date in order to be eligible to win the Grand Prize.
December 6, 2010 by caralee
Fashioning the Future Awards 2011 Fashion’s Campaign for ‘Unique’
Fashioning the Future Awards 2011 website is now live!
www.sustainable-fashion.com/fashioning-the-future
Fashioning the Future Awards 2011 invites students and recent graduates to provoke and nurture ‘Unique’ ways to create our future. Fashioning the Future Awards is the leading international platform for celebrating innovation in design for sustainability.
5 Awards Categories
Download the full list of confirmed categories with guidelines and submission deadline.
Step 1 – Register to access the details of each category and its brief
Step 2 – Download the awards briefs. Read your chosen brief(s) and
eligibility guidelines carefully
Step 3 – Submit your work online by 15th June 2011
by amucklow
Rua Original, Sao Paulo
The Unique theme of this year’s Fashioning the Future competition, has got me wondering about uniqueness and originality in Brazil. There are many things that are different here: the language for a start, but unique is so more than different. So what is unique?
Architecturally, SP has been making producing unique structures that mirror the nation’s willingness to ‘do their own thing’ be that culturally, economically, creatively or politically. There is indeed a building here named Hotel Unique, a watermelon shaped building that offers immense views of the city from it’s rooftop bar.
However, the question of uniqueness gets a little more complicated when looking at the fashion industry. On one hand the strong economy and growing wealth of the nation is attracting the International luxury brands to São Paulo and both H&M and Topshop are set to open here soon. That trends are dictated and influenced by London, NY, Paris and Milan is undeniable, as is the scope and strength of expression through global communication channels.
Yet, as is happening in the UK too (and elsewhere, I’m sure) the resurgence and celebration of the local, craft and artisan works is occurring simultaneously. Fashion stretches and squeezes itself into and around many contradictions and chasms not only global versus local. In this way it is fashion that has the ability to be and produce the unique.
For this contradiction to be seen in action, look no further than the shopping experience here in São Paulo. There are malls, lots of them but there are also markets and neighbourhoods full of unique and original shops, showcasing some of the city’s finest talent. The shops are bright and colourful exhibition spaces where consumption and art collide.
A quick look:
At Brazilian brand Melissa, a brand catching the attention of the press and shoppers and not solely through their collaboration with Vivienne Westwood, they are using design to create original and stylish pieces. These vegan friendly shoes are made with rubber from the Amazon and collaborations with designers from Brazil and elsewhere goes some way to ensuring that local talent is represented but customers can also get a taste of international brands.
Gaentano Pesce Shoe designed for Brazilian Brand Melissa
One of the latest partnerships for the brand is with architectural specialist Gaentano Pesce and has resulted in a pair of shoes made from varying sized circular discs that can be cut out to create a unique shoe.
October 29, 2010 by Cath
The Make Something Disappear Brief
Use design to eliminate waste, overproduction or excessive consumption
Choose a product that consumes significant resources to produce and distribute and use design to reduce or eliminate its negative impact. Either design the product differently, or design a way for people to do without it.
Award of £2,000
October 27, 2010 by Cath
Designs in the photograph by Prangsta
Want a chance to showcase your work and make a statement about sustainable fashion?
Ruffled is a new play that will be performed in December in Camden. It looks at the retail industry and ethical issues. It’s a little ‘Devil meets Prada’ with a serious message about sweatshops. You can be a part of this production by designing a costume for one or more of the scenes. If your design is selected, you’ll have a ready made audience to view your work and a credit in the programme. And there’ll also be a great prize from People Tree for the best design.
You’ll need to be get your skates on though: the deadline for designs is 5 November and if yours is selected you’ll have just a couple of weeks to create it. Are you up for the challenge? Then email Ellen at ruffled2010@gmail.com for a full brief.
May 10, 2010 by Nina
A Global Search for Sustainable Innovations Designed for the 21st Century
Great thinkers of our generation have joined The Earth Awards to help search for design innovations
that will change the way we live and pave the way to the imminent sustainable revolution. From
pioneers of the sustainable movement to green entrepreneurs and adventurers alongside household
names in design and architecture, The Earth Awards has gathered powerful momentum to ignite the
revolution:
Paola Antonelli, MoMA • Yves Behar, Fuseproject • Richard Branson, Virgin Group • Graydon
Carter, Vanity Fair • Majora Carter, The Majora Carter Group • Tony Chambers, Wallpaper
Magazine • Alexandra Cousteau, Blue Legacy • David DeRothschild, Adventure Ecology • His
Holiness Gyalwang Drukpa • Rick Fedrizzi, USGBC • Julie Gilhart, Barney’s NY • Dr. Jane
Goodall, The Jane Goodall Institute • Scott Mackinlay Hahn, Loomstate • Paul Hawken, Author •
Peter Head, ARUP • Graham Hill, Treehugger • Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak • Yang Lan, Sun
Television • Ira Magaziner, The Clinton Foundation • Bill McKibben, Environmentalist • Barry
Nalebuff, Yale University • Sergio Palleroni, BaSiC Initiative • Karim Rashid, Designer • Cameron
Sinclair, Architecture of Humanity • Werner Sobek, Architect • Philippe Starck, Artistic Director • Diane
von Furstenberg, Designer • Dilys Williams, Center of Sustainable Fashion • Ken Yeang, Architect
The Earth Awards invites design submissions from all corners of the globe in six categories: Built
Environment, Fashion, Products, Systems, Future and Social Justice. Ideas, great or small,
realized or prototypes, will be considered but must distinguish themselves in six criteria: Achievable,
Scalable, Measurable, Useful, Original and Ecological. The grand prizewinner will receive $50,000
while category winners receive $10,000 each.
In 2010, The Earth Awards’ Ceremony moves from New York City to London, where the Selection
Committee will judge a shortlist of six finalists culminating with an exhibition in sustainable design.
This world-class exhibition will showcase the 2010 winning submissions, as well as past years
winners. Along with the exhibition and awards gala, the Financial Times will hold a Sustainable
Business Summit inviting CEOs, entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to match innovation with
investment, fulfilling The Earth Awards’ commitment to shepherd winning innovations closer to
market.
Not since the Industrial Revolution has there been a more apt moment for unbridled creativity,
invention, innovation and entrepreneurialism. The Earth Awards provides a platform for
transformational ideas for the way we think about design and the way we live on Planet Earth.
Open for Submissions: March 3rd – May 10th 2010
Selection Committee Review: May 17th – July 23rd 2010
Awards Gala in London: September 16th 2010
SUBMIT TO A BETTER WORLD: www.theearthawards.org
by Hatty
A Global Search for Sustainable Innovations Designed for the 21st Century
Great thinkers of our generation have joined The Earth Awards to help search for design innovations
that will change the way we live and pave the way to the imminent sustainable revolution. From
pioneers of the sustainable movement to green entrepreneurs and adventurers alongside household
names in design and architecture, The Earth Awards has gathered powerful momentum to ignite the
revolution:
Paola Antonelli, MoMA • Yves Behar, Fuseproject • Richard Branson, Virgin Group • Graydon
Carter, Vanity Fair • Majora Carter, The Majora Carter Group • Tony Chambers, Wallpaper
Magazine • Alexandra Cousteau, Blue Legacy • David DeRothschild, Adventure Ecology • His
Holiness Gyalwang Drukpa • Rick Fedrizzi, USGBC • Julie Gilhart, Barney’s NY • Dr. Jane
Goodall, The Jane Goodall Institute • Scott Mackinlay Hahn, Loomstate • Paul Hawken, Author •
Peter Head, ARUP • Graham Hill, Treehugger • Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak • Yang Lan, Sun
Television • Ira Magaziner, The Clinton Foundation • Bill McKibben, Environmentalist • Barry
Nalebuff, Yale University • Sergio Palleroni, BaSiC Initiative • Karim Rashid, Designer • Cameron
Sinclair, Architecture of Humanity • Werner Sobek, Architect • Philippe Starck, Artistic Director • Diane
von Furstenberg, Designer • Dilys Williams, Center of Sustainable Fashion • Ken Yeang, Architect
The Earth Awards invites design submissions from all corners of the globe in six categories: Built
Environment, Fashion, Products, Systems, Future and Social Justice. Ideas, great or small,
realized or prototypes, will be considered but must distinguish themselves in six criteria: Achievable,
Scalable, Measurable, Useful, Original and Ecological. The grand prizewinner will receive $50,000
while category winners receive $10,000 each.
In 2010, The Earth Awards’ Ceremony moves from New York City to London, where the Selection
Committee will judge a shortlist of six finalists culminating with an exhibition in sustainable design.
This world-class exhibition will showcase the 2010 winning submissions, as well as past years
winners. Along with the exhibition and awards gala, the Financial Times will hold a Sustainable
Business Summit inviting CEOs, entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to match innovation with
investment, fulfilling The Earth Awards’ commitment to shepherd winning innovations closer to
market.
Not since the Industrial Revolution has there been a more apt moment for unbridled creativity,
invention, innovation and entrepreneurialism. The Earth Awards provides a platform for
transformational ideas for the way we think about design and the way we live on Planet Earth.
Open for Submissions: March 3rd – May 10th 2010
Selection Committee Review: May 17th – July 23rd 2010
Awards Gala in London: September 16th 2010
SUBMIT TO A BETTER WORLD: www.theearthawards.org
April 30, 2010 by Nina
Calling all students, graduates, guild members, embroiders and designers! The registration deadline for the 10th edition of the Hand & Lock Prize for embroidery has been extended to Friday 14th May 2010. This is a fantastic opportunity, offering a large cash prize to the winning entry as well as a host of fantastic prizes to the finalists, so why not seize it?
For further information and an entry form visit the Hand & Lock website or contact the Hand & Lock team at:
86 Margaret Street
London
W1W 8TE
Tel: 0207 5807488
Fax: 0207 5807499
Email: competition@handembroidery.com
Booking for the ‘Concept to Catwalk’ Hand & Lock Prize Giving 2010, Fashion Show and Showcase are now open at:
http://www.handembroideryshop.co.uk/acatalog/Concept_to_Catwalk.html..
The event will be held at Christchurch Spitalfields on Thursday 4th November 2010 from 6.30pm. ‘Concept to Catwalk’ will consist of a drinks reception, an exhibition and fashion show featuring finalists work, garments from various designers and an in house showcase. Early bird tickets are available until 31st May 2010: save 20% on all tickets!
by Hatty
Calling all students, graduates, guild members, embroiders and designers! The registration deadline for the 10th edition of the Hand & Lock Prize for embroidery has been extended to Friday 14th May 2010. This is a fantastic opportunity, offering a large cash prize to the winning entry as well as a host of fantastic prizes to the finalists, so why not seize it?
For further information and an entry form visit the Hand & Lock website or contact the Hand & Lock team at:
86 Margaret Street
London
W1W 8TE
Tel: 0207 5807488
Fax: 0207 5807499
Email: competition@handembroidery.com
Booking for the ‘Concept to Catwalk’ Hand & Lock Prize Giving 2010, Fashion Show and Showcase are now open at:
http://www.handembroideryshop.co.uk/acatalog/Concept_to_Catwalk.html..
The event will be held at Christchurch Spitalfields on Thursday 4th November 2010 from 6.30pm. ‘Concept to Catwalk’ will consist of a drinks reception, an exhibition and fashion show featuring finalists work, garments from various designers and an in house showcase. Early bird tickets are available until 31st May 2010: save 20% on all tickets!
