Aug 24, Call for Applications: Dolce&Gabbana X ADMAF Design Awards

Launched in 2023, the awards empowers young designers from the UAE by providing training and guidance to enhance their contribution to cultural industries. In collaboration with Dolce&Gabbana this year, it expands opportunities for professional development in the sartorial craft.

This initiative presents extraordinary opportunities for career advancement, creative exploration, and the infusion of diverse perspectives and cultural influences. In collaboration with Dolce&Gabbana, it brings forth renowned expertise and exposure, fostering innovation and honouring the rich heritage of the region. By playing a crucial role in shaping the future of the creative industries, this initiative simultaneously promotes cultural preservation, creating a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity.

This new awards will provide UAE youths with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about couture and design craftsmanship, enhance their skills, achieve their goals, and showcase their creative genius not just in Abu Dhabi, but on a global scale in the area of fashion, jewelry, and fragrance.

Prize and Internship Details

13 Finalists (5 Fashion, 5 Fragrance, 3 jewelry) will be invited to present their work at the annual Abu Dhabi Festival.

A winner from each category will be awarded a 6-month paid internship program (Economy tickets, accommodation, allowance of 600 Euros per month) at Dolce&Gabbana in Milan or Legnano (Italy) in their respective fields. The internship program dates will be determined by Dolce&Gabbana’s scheduling requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

The competition is only open to UAE Nationals aged between 18 to 30 years, who have a passion for fashion, jewelry, or fragrance design.

The competition is open to both university/college students and recent graduates (within the past three years).

Applicants have the opportunity to apply to one of the three macro-categories, (Fashion, Jewelry, or Fragrance). Within their chosen category, participants can enter the competition for as many themes as they desire, with a minimum requirement of at least one theme entry.

Applicants must possess a genuine interest in fashion, jewelry, or fragrance design, and showcase their skills and creativity through their submission.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Call for Applications: Dolce&Gabbana X ADMAF Design Awards

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